Research for both directions

Decide with evidence, not assumptions

Before you invest time and money in a new market, know who the buyers are, who you compete with and what it takes to win. XCEED researches Japanese and Indian markets for industrial companies.

Who it is for
Companies evaluating Japan or India before committing
What you get
A focused report with contacts and recommendations
First step
A scoping call to define the questions that matter

Research areas

What we research

Market size and demand

How large the opportunity is, and where it is growing.

Competitor mapping

Who supplies the market today, at what level and price.

Buyers and distributors

Named companies that match your target customer profile.

Supplier landscape

Capable manufacturers and their strengths, for sourcing projects.

Pricing and cost benchmarks

Indicative prices, landed costs and margin structures.

Standards and requirements

Certifications and import requirements to plan for.

Sample deliverable

What a typical report contains

Reports are written for decision-makers: short, specific and ending in recommended actions. Contacts and data sources are included so your team can act immediately.

Report outline
  1. 1Executive summary and recommendation
  2. 2Market overview and demand drivers
  3. 3Key players and competitive position
  4. 4Opportunities, risks and entry barriers
  5. 5Shortlisted buyers, partners or suppliers
  6. 6Recommended next steps

Engagement

How a research project runs

  1. 01

    Scope

    We agree the decisions the research must support and the questions to answer.

  2. 02

    Research and validation

    Desk research checked through conversations with buyers, suppliers and industry contacts.

  3. 03

    Briefing

    Report and walkthrough with your team, including recommended next steps.

Common questions

Is the research confidential?

Yes. Projects can be covered by a non-disclosure agreement, and findings are shared only with your team.

Can reports be prepared for a Japanese audience?

Yes — tell us who will read the report and we will agree the format and language at scoping.

Have a market question?

Tell us what you need to decide. We will propose a focused research scope.