From Coffee Beans to iPads: Vietnam’s Rise as a Manufacturing & Tech Hub

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Are you seeking to expand your manufacturing or tech business into Southeast Asia? Look no further than Vietnam. With its dynamic and resilient economy, Vietnam offers unparalleled opportunities characterized by its robust manufacturing capabilities, a thriving tech sector, and a wealth of government incentives. Discover why you should consider Vietnam as your next market for […]

International Competitor Analysis: It’s a Red Ocean Out There…

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Because ‘going global’ is such an involved process, doing competitor analysis is often overlooked. Myths abound in this space. CEOs say things like “we’re just going to focus on what we do and not get hung up on the competition” or “we’re just a small company, we don’t need to do competitor analysis, that’s for […]

10 “Must Haves” When Selecting an International Distributor

Finding your international distributor is a little like getting married.  It’s all about envisioning the future, navigating through uncertainties, and nurturing a relationship that promises growth and success.  To put it simply, you have to think long-term.  Much like finding “the one”, selecting the right distributor requires careful consideration, compatibility, and a shared vision for […]

International Market Selection: Four Mistakes to Avoid in 2024

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Scaling your venture across multiple markets is still the most effective way of increasing its value… if you get it right. But if you’ve decided to “go global”, which markets should you sell to? Here’s four international market selection mistakes to avoid as you craft your international strategy.

How to Expand & Grow Your Business Globally with an EOR

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With the globe more interconnected than ever before, businesses can say goodbye to geographical boundaries – and hello to international expansion! Businesses are now looking to expand more quickly and smoothly, and are able to grow on a much larger scale. But where do you begin? How do you even set foot in another market, […]

International IP Protection: 5 Steps to Creating an IP strategy

You have thought about what IP you have in your business, the different types of IP rights and about how you can use them to protect your assets as you expand your business overseas. Now, it’s time to get strategic and selective about what IP you are going to protect. IP protection is often about […]

International Expansion: Building a Global Team

Who is in your international team is just as important as choosing the right market or the right distributor. The team is the vehicle that will deliver your global vision for you – these are the folks who are going to get stuff done. Pre-COVID19, there was a lot of scepticism about whether virtual teams […]

Navigating Foreign Rules and Regulations

Interested in expanding your business internationally? Pick up a copy of my latest book, Business Beyond Borders: Take Your Company Global. Welcome to the ‘why’, ‘what’ and ‘how’ of the regulatory challenges that come up in an international expansion. Specific regulations vary from country to country and from industry to industry so I will talk in […]