Doing Business in China - Operational challenges

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Are you ready for China?

Opportunities and challenges

About the free trade agreement

Preparing for China

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Vital information for visiting China; Researching the market; Using and managing Chinese consultants

Operational challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Setting up in China; Choosing the right location; Finding premises; Day to day communications; Managing logistics; Managing human resources

Finance and legal issues

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Protecting your intellectual property; Taxes; Banking and getting paid; Getting legal advice and resolving disputes; Corruption and corporate social responsibility; Accounting and auditing requirements; Due diligence and avoiding scams

Communication challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Building relationships; Managing meetings and negotiations; Dealing with government and authorities

Coping with culture and language

Sub navigation - 2nd level: China's culture and protocols; Dealing with language differences; Business etiquette

Manufacturing challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Options for manufacturing; The challenges of manufacturing in China; Finding a manufacturer and location

Sales and marketing challenges

Sub navigation - 2nd level: Getting your products into China; Finding and managing agents and distributors; Direct exports; Marketing

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Operational challenges

Don't get too comfortable once you've set up in China - there are plenty of day-to-day challenges to keep you on your toes.

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Setting up in China

You need a local presence to grow your business in China.

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Choosing the right location

Companies have many location options, so research is a must.

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Finding premises

Leasing and buying premises in China presents many challenges.

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Day to day communications

Business communications present particular challenges.

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Managing logistics

China's logistics services are improving, but difficulties remain.

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Managing human resources

Prepare to spend more time on HR issues in China than elsewhere.

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