China Country Starter Pack
A comprehensive resource, the China Country Starter Pack will assist businesses at a pre-entry or early set up phase who want to understand the fundamentals of their new business environment.
Considering Asia
If you’re new to Asian business, take advantage of our Country Starter Packs and comprehensive training opportunities to gain insights into engaging with the region.
Country Starter Packs
The Asialink Business Country Starter Packs provide Australian businesses with the information they need to confidently enter their desired Asian market.
Targeted at businesses at a pre-entry or early set up phase of operations, these County Starter Packs help Australian businesses negotiate the practicalities of their new business environment. Featuring practical case studies, they offer a trusted and comprehensive source of business, marketing and legislative information to support in-country planning, strategy and operations.
Training Opportunities
Our suite of practical public, online and tailored programs address the fundamental needs for Australian businesses to engage successfully with Asian stakeholders.
Being culturally aware and adapting your behaviour can help maximise opportunities and avoid misunderstandings which can arise from cultural differences.
The Asialink Business Cultural Intelligence 1 and Cultural Intelligence 2 training programs are highly interactive and engaging programs, designed to build your awareness and confidence in working with Asian cultures.
Where should I set up by business?
Factors to consider when considering potential locations:
- Are there other Australian companies there?
- Why did they choose a particular area?
- Can you utilise an existing Australian relationship there (e.g. sister city)?
- Are there free trade zones offering tax and other incentives?
- What are the local costs (e.g. land, labour, utilities)?
- What is the skills level of the local labour force?
- Can you leverage off an existing marketing or distribution network?
- Is it close to your chosen market and suppliers?
- Is the local infrastructure reliable (e.g. power supply, transport)?
Related Resources
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ManageChina - Case Study
Tim Lyons, who set up ManageChina nine years ago, says newcomers to China need to hit the ground running. "In China, you almost need an instant network when you land."
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The Honeycombers - Case Study
By identifying a gap in the market, The Honeycombers was able to establish a thriving business in Singapore. The idea was simple: to help young, expat women quickly navigate Singapore.
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GreenCo Water - Case Study
GreenCo Water developed an innovative water storage product. A relationship with a Thai plastics manufacturer allowed them to get their product manufactured in Thailand and into Australian stores.
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Lady Pie - Case Study
The 2004 tsunami took with it Harry and Susan Usher's home, and the tools of her fledgling pie-making trade. However Lady Pie was baking again within days.
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Korea Country Starter Pack
A resource for Australian businesses looking to do business in Korea. Korea is an optimal location for engaging the overall Asian market, and KAFTA has opened up even more opportunities.
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WorkWell Ergonomics Consulting - Case Study
When Diana Underwood moved to Korea, she didn't expect to end up establishing a successful ergonomics business.
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Thailand Country Starter Pack
Thailand is fast becoming a rich northern frontier for Australian business. The Thailand Country Starter Pack will assist Australian businesses with the practicalities of doing business in Thailand.