Invest Overseas
Global Opportunity
Research before committing
Start with a customer problem
Travel can reveal unmet needs, but observation is not validation. Interview customers, test pricing and run a pilot before committing to premises, staff or inventory.
Verify the structure
Confirm foreign ownership, licensing, work visas, banking, taxes and the ability to transfer profits. Use independent legal and accounting professionals.
Control and reporting
Check partner history and references. Use written contracts, transparent accounts, approval limits and regular reports. Define ownership of passwords, customer records and intellectual property, plus clear dispute and exit procedures.