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Develop your strategy

As you start developing your market entry strategy, the abundance of resources can feel overwhelming. We are here to simplify the process and guide your regionalisation plans.

In the developing stage, we have curated partners and networking events for you to access the right resources to make informed decisions and capitalise on business opportunities.

Here are some important milestones to consider when you are developing your market entry strategy:

Market Analysis and Research

Tap onto workshops and content under Building Business Horizons to gather insights on market sizing, demographics, competition, regulatory environment, consumer behaviour, and other relevant considerations to help you make informed decisions on your market entry strategy.

Entry Strategy Selection

Select the most suitable entry strategy approach. This could involve deciding whether to pursue direct exporting, licensing, joint ventures, acquisitions, or other models.

Partners Identification

Participate in DBS immersion trips and networking events under Bridging Business Horizons to identify the right partners for your expansion.

Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Speak to DBS partners to ensure compliance with relevant regulatory, tax, and licensing requirements.

Partnering you on your developing journey

As you seek insights, networks and solutions to boost your entry strategy, DBS is the right partner for your journey.

Understanding your needs	Resources to empower your regionalisation efforts
Navigate uncertainties of a new market	Access to Bridging Business Horizons Research materials on corridor and industry insights Information on market entry strategies and local regulations Advice and business support solutions
Familiarise yourself with the local environment and expand your onshore network	Access to Bridging Business Horizons Market visits to experience local business environment Networking with onshore business partners, solution providers and regulatory bodies at curated events
Exchange foreign currency at competitive rates	DBS Multi-Currency Account Transact in SGD and up to 12 foreign currencies with competitive transaction rates
Exchange foreign currency at competitive rates	FX online Access FX conversion 24*7 online with competitive pricing
Establish transactions with buyers and/or sellers in the foreign market with local currency	Non-Resident Corporate Account (Only for China, Taiwan and India) Service your overseas transactions while you plan for expansion; single log in via IDEAL
Access banking solutions efficiently, while on the go	SWIFT Gpi Real time tracking of cross border payments and collections
	DBS IDEAL Bank faster online and on the mobile app with payroll embedded
	PriorityPay Access faster cross border funds transfer within DBS regional network with no cable or telex charges
Do more with existing business and trade partners from home market	Enterprise SG risk shared (EFS Trade Loan) Government risk-sharing scheme that helps SMEs obtain trade financing
Travel in comfort	World Business Corporate Credit Card (With up to 2% cash rebate on the spending overseas) Complimentary travel insurance 10 x priority pass lounge pass access per year Insurance Coverage (Only for Singapore) Corporate Personal Accident Insurance / Cyber Insurance
Having a trusted advisor	Dedicated Relationship Manager Unlock bespoke solutions designed around your business model and cashflows (e.g. cash management, Account Receivables Solutions, Treasury & Markets yield enhancing, Interest rate swap etc)

For market resources and solutions, please visit our discover and deepen pages.

For insights on support from our partners, please visit our partners page.

To connect with DBS for your regionalisation needs, please get in touch here.

Open doors to connections across Asia. Add our strength to yours.