I+S Advisors is a one-stop consulting firm offering turn-key services to companies and entrepreneurs seeking to establish and consolidate their presence in China.
We support our clients throughout the entire startup process with bespoke packages of services addressing all their needs, from the very first considerations on market entry until their China operation is fully functional, unlocking values in their business operations and structures. With valuable local contacts, know-how, and “on the ground” experience, we assist companies on all the activities related to setting up and running their operations while they focus on their core business.
Over the years, I+S Advisors has assisted clients across a broad range of industries. For a detailed description of our business advisory services click here:
How We Deliver Value To Clients
Working with us, you find a proactive and responsive team that can address your needs while you familiarize with China’s business environment and develop a robust strategy for success. We deliver value by:
Being a “one-stop-shop” for guidance and advice;
Offering “on the ground” assistance and support;
Making it easier for you to get oriented in a new business environment;
Helping you to find better solutions faster;
Allowing you to use your resources efficiently.
MARKET ANALYSIS
Before entering such an elusive and dynamic market, companies must go beyond their intuition and experience, and define China-specific strategies and objectives drawing on fact-based knowledge. Our market analysis services include:
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Industry analysis
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Market research
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Legal environment
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Competitive landscape
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Feasibility studies
COMPANY SETUP & COMPLIANCE
We help foreign companies to navigate the complexities of the Chinese business environment and develop the most effective strategy to establish their presence in the country. Our market entry services include:
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Legal advisory
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Corporate setup options
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Corporate establishment
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License application
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Regulatory compliance
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
A company’s intellectual property is often its most valuable and vulnerable asset. Numerous companies, however, fall short on protecting their intellectual property rights in China. Our IP services include sourcing the right provider for:
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Trademark patent and registration
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Legal protection and assistance
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Intellectual property transfer
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
A company’s intellectual property is often its most valuable and vulnerable asset. Numerous companies, however, fall short on protecting their intellectual property rights in China. Our IP services include sourcing the right provider for:
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Trademark patent and registration
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Legal protection and assistance
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Intellectual property transfer
LOCATION
A company’s intellectual property is often its most valuable and vulnerable asset. Numerous companies, however, fall short on protecting their intellectual property rights in China. Our IP services include sourcing the right provider for:
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Trademark patent and registration
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Legal protection and assistance
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Intellectual property transfer
TAX & ACCOUNTING
We assist our clients in sourcing the right professionals for accounting and taxation matters, providing support in order to facilitate business operations and compliance with Chinese reporting requirements. Our tax and accounting services include sourcing the right provider for:
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Tax planning and advisory
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Tax registration and filing
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Bookkeeping
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Auditing
HUMAN RESOURCES
Sourcing, hiring, and retaining human capital is one of the main challenges faced by businesses in China. With our HR solutions we assist our clients in finding the most suitable local and international talents for their companies. Our HR services include:
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HR consulting
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Training & coaching
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Executive search
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Candidate sourcing & selection
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Visa & employment
INTERIM MANAGEMENT
We offer short-term management during the early stages of your company set up (or in a specific period of transition) allowing you to:
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Rely on someone with high professional standards
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Cover a specific position within days while sourcing the right candidate
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Benefit from the experience and expertise of a senior executive
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Count on a fresh perspective of an independent operator
COMMUNICATION & MARKETING
In China communication and marketing are a challenge for foreign companies due to the lack of knowledge of cultural and socio- economic differences. We cooperate with professionals with specific experience in communicating to a Chinese audience. Our communication and marketing services include:
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Advertising and Public Relations
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Branding & Brand localization strategy
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Graphic design & Visual identities
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Editorial design
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Corporate communications
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Chinese and English copywriting
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Web and mobile development
ON THE GROUND SUPPORT
When moving the first steps in China, companies can achieve more and faster if they are supported in their every day operational needs by a team with on-the-ground experience. Our support services include:
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Business interpreters and translations
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Fairs and conferences support
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Factory visit assistance
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Personal guide
ON THE GROUND SUPPORT
When moving the first steps in China, companies can achieve more and faster if they are supported in their every day operational needs by a team with on-the-ground experience. Our support services include:
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Business interpreters and translations
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Fairs and conferences support
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Factory visit assistance
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Personal guide
PARTNER MATCHING
For the majority of companies, finding the right Chinese partners involves many trial-and-error attempts and a considerable investment in terms of time. We offer assistance to search, identify, evaluate, qualify and engage the optimal candidates. Our partner matching services include:
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Preliminary screening
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Identification of prospective partners
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Due diligence survey
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Credit reports on the target partner
ON THE GROUND SUPPORT
When moving the first steps in China, companies can achieve more and faster if they are supported in their every day operational needs by a team with on-the-ground experience. Our support services include:
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Business interpreters and translations
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Fairs and conferences support
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Factory visit assistance
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Personal guide