Executive summary
A practical guide to choosing the right entry model: distributor, importer, retail partner, marketplace, local stock or representative desk. The right approach is to define the buyer, route, documents, partner model and transaction workflow before committing to large spending or long-term exclusivity.
What to clarify first
- Product category, HS code and technical documentation.
- Target buyer: importer, distributor, retail chain, marketplace, industrial client or project buyer.
- Import, certification, labeling and compliance requirements.
- Payment feasibility, contract structure and required supporting documents.
- Local stock, delivery and after-sales expectations.
Recommended process
- Run a product and market entry diagnostic.
- Map the most relevant channels and target companies.
- Prepare localized commercial materials and documents.
- Contact and qualify potential partners.
- Organize meetings and collect buyer feedback.
- Check counterparties and plan the pilot transaction route.
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