How it works
From questions to capital in three steps.
Atupa turns your business information into a verifiable funding-readiness credential that funders, advisors and partners can trust.
01
Take the FRICS assessment
Answer around 35 questions across 7 pillars. The assessment is designed for busy SME owners, most complete it in 10 minutes. No audited accounts or legal documents are needed to start.
02
Get your score, band & FRICS ID
Receive a weighted 0–100 FRICS score, a readiness band, an AI-written 30/60/90-day action plan, and a permanent FRICS ID you can share with any funder.
03
Move to readiness or matching
Below 80, GLI CONSULTS runs a targeted readiness programme. At 80+, GLI CAPITAL begins active financier matching. Your score updates as your business improves.
What we measure
The FRICS framework weights the pillars that African financiers consistently say drive credit and investment decisions.
Financial Health & Record-Keeping
weight 25%
Governance & Compliance
weight 20%
Operations & Systems Maturity
weight 15%
Market & Growth Capacity
weight 15%
Funding Behaviour & Credit History
weight 15%
Impact, ESG & Inclusion
weight 10%
Data Transparency & Verification
weight 5%
Ready to know your score?
The assessment is free, takes about ten minutes, and gives you an immediate report you can download, print or email.