Project References

We have delivered tailored market research and business matching solutions to thousands of companies over the past 20+ years to help them understand and enter the Southeast Asian market

Examples of  Market Entry Projects We Have Undertaken

Export Strategy Workshop for members of SMCCI

Orissa International's Managing Director, Sarath Menon, conducted an export strategy session for members of the Singapore Malay Chamber of Commerce. The focus of the session was to help companies go global, by building a strategy for global expansion, becoming export-ready and helping them understand the key factors that have enabled companies to export successfully.

US-based Home Furnishing Company meets Potential Distributors in the Philippines

Orissa International arranged business matching meetings in the Philippines for a US-based home furnishing company looking to enter the Philippine market. We identified potential distributors and partners, prequalified them and organized a schedule of meetings with those companies. The US company met with 8 potential partners during its in-market visit to the Philippines.

Digital Transformation in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand

Orissa International prepared a detailed report for a North American government export promotion agency on the latest developments, government policies and initiatives and opportunities in 4 key ICT sectors: Analytics and Artificial Intelligence; Data Centers and Cloud Services; IoT and Wireless Technologies; and Cybersecurity. Countries covered were Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand.

Water and Wastewater in South East Asia

Orissa International undertook a research project for a UK company which has expertise in sustainable sewage treatment solutions. We identified potential opportunities for its products in the ASEAN region, focusing on popular resort islands where there is a pressing need for wastewater treatment. Our report examined the potential for decentralized wastewater treatment solutions in 7 islands located across South East Asia. It described the existing (or lack of) sewage treatment systems in place, levels of pollution, government regulations and analyzed opportunities in the market.

Singapore Distributor of Natural Sweeteners Meets with Distributors in the Philippine Market

Orissa International arranged business matching meetings in the Philippines for a Singapore-based distributor of natural sweeteners. Orissa International identified potential distributors, prequalified them and organized a schedule of meeting with those companies. The Singapore company met with 5 potential partners during its in-market visit to the Philippines.

American Educational Institution Visits Vietnam

A nationally ranked college and private liberal arts institution from Pennsylvania, USA visited Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam with an aim to expand their global network. Orissa International, introduced the institution to various international high schools and extended other logistical support. The business trip was very productive according to the client, and hopefully they will be able to send students soon from Vietnam to study in their institution.

Orissa International Attends American Hardwood Seminar in Vietnam

Orissa International attended a Hardwood Seminar in Vietnam that was hosted by the American Hardwood Export Council. During the event, Orissa International networked with Vietnamese hardwood importers and gathered market information on topics such as wood quality, price and availability of hardwood supply that affect the Vietnamese market. The information gathered during the event was then submitted to a U.S.-state client.

Report on Smart Cities in Malaysia

Orissa International delivered a report on smart city developments in Malaysia to a trade and export promotion agency from a European country. The report looked at national, state and city level projects in following key sub-sectors: big data; transportation; energy; and water and wastewater treatment. For each sub-sector, we looked at key trends and drivers, government policies and initiative, major projects (both ongoing and upcoming) and the key international and local players present in the market.

Fintech Solutions in the Philippines

Orissa International delivered a customized report to a Singapore-based Fintech company which has developed an account aggregation solution which enables users to obtain an integrated overview of their asset portfolio. Orissa International's in-country team of researchers in Philippines conducted desk research on similar applications available in the market and interviewed affluent SME owners and financial advisors to gauge the potential for the app as a B2B, and as a B2C solution.

US Lumber Company Meets Buyers in Thailand and Malaysia

Orissa International arranged business matching meetings in Thailand and Malaysia for a US lumber company. We identified local distributors and furniture manufacturers, prequalified them and organized a schedule of meetings with those companies. During its market visit, the US lumber company met with 6 companies in Thailand and 4 in Malaysia.

US-based Analytics Company Meets Potential Partners and End-Users in Vietnam and the Philippines

Orissa International assisted a boutique advanced analytics firm based in Delaware, USA by arranging business matching meetings for the company with potential partners and end-users in Vietnam and the Philippines. As a result of the market visits, the company anticipates signing an agreement with a Vietnamese digital content firm, in addition to furthering discussions with a Philippine I.T. firm interested to be the official master partner of the company in the Philippines.

Orissa International Attends Beef Export Seminar in Virginia, USA

Orissa International presented an overview of the beef market in South East Asia to a group of beef producers in Virginia. The presentation was part of a beef export seminar hosted by the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS). Orissa International is the Authorized Trade Representative of VDACS in South East Asia.

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