Pivot Point Global
Market Entry Services
Initial Market Check
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We determine the market potential for your product in your target country by gathering feedback from up to 5 industry participants, then provide a written recommendation.
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Leverage our years of experience and vast network of industry associations, government agencies, importers, and distributors to provide you with mission critical information.
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Time estimate: 1-3 weeks
Market Research
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We answer questions related to client products in a specific market, such as: market structure, trends, size, key competitors, distribution and marketing practices, and pricing for comparable products.
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Understand key government regulations and business trends in your target country.
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Time estimate: 2-4 weeks
Company Incorporation + Tax & Legal + Bank Account
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Determine the corporate entity most suited to your business
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China (WFOE, JV, RO)
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note: company incorporation in China is not necessary for e-commerce
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U.S. (C-corp, LLC, LP, LLP)
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Determine the best location to incorporate (state/province, region, city)
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Tax and legal services
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Resolve tax and legal questions related to your company and industry
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Open bank account for new China or U.S. company
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Resolve related issues to ensure the process runs quickly and smoothly
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Time estimate: 3-6 weeks
Localization Services
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Obtain business licenses and complete related paperwork
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city, county, state/province, and federal government offices
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Set up payroll system
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Ensure compliance with local tax and insurance regulations
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Warehouse: determine location; negotiate and process related contracts
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Office: determine location; negotiate and process related contracts
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Set up required industry-related insurance
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Set up worker’s injury compensation insurance
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Time estimate: 4-6 weeks
Foreign Company Background Checks
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Review partial or full background checks on foreign companies to determine its desirability as a business partner.
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Partial Profile – based on publicly available information, including: company history and product details, financial data, creditworthiness, key officials and our analysis.
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Full Profile – Partial Profile + on-site visit + interviews with company executives.
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Time estimate: 2-4 weeks