China Retail Consulting

YCP offers tailored consulting services to navigate the China retail landscape, leveraging global insights to drive growth.

YCP Solidiance Retail Experts in China

China's retail sector is rapidly evolving, presenting both challenges and opportunities for businesses.

YCP leverages deep expertise in retail, assisting firms in navigating China's unique market dynamics with innovative solutions.

As a trusted consulting firm, YCP is your partner in unlocking growth in China's competitive retail landscape.

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Unlocking Potential: Your Path to Excellence with China's Retail Professionals

The Retail industry in China is undergoing rapid transformation, offering unique opportunities for growth. YCP specializes in advising on these changing dynamics.

With consumer preferences evolving, the Chinese market poses both challenges & opportunities. YCP’s expertise is pivotal in navigating retail complexities.

YCP leverages local insights and global practices to help clients in China's Retail sector achieve sustainable growth. Our approach is tailored and strategic.

Our Services

Marketing & Sales

Navigating China's retail through bespoke marketing & sales strategies.

Branding & Brand Management
Product & Portfolio Management
Pricing
Digital Marketing
E-commerce
Customer Experience
Sales Channel Strategy
Digital Sales

Operations

Streamlining operations in China's retail sector, enhancing efficiency and growth.

Project Management Office (PMO)
Growth Strategy Implementation
Operation Transformation
Manufacturing
Organization Design

Supply Chain Management

Optimize your supply chain in China's retail sector with YCP's expert guidance.

Supply Chain
Digital Supply Chain
Procurement
Logistics

M&A, Transactions, and PMI

Enhance your M&A, transactions, and PMI outcomes in China's retail sector with YCP.

M&A Strategy
Divesstiture/Curb-out Strategy
M&A Target Scouting
Buyer/Investor Search
Commercial Due Diligence
M&A Execution (Buy-side & Sell-side Financial Advisory)
Valuation
Post-Merger Integration (PMI)
Value Creation
IPO PMO
Joint Venture
Corporate Venture Capital

Strategy

YCP shapes retail strategies in China with deep market insights and innovative approaches.

Business Strategy
Corporate Finance
Growth Opportunity Identification
New Business Development
Organization Strategy
Enterprise Risk Management
Asset/Project Risk Management
Digital Strategy
Strategic Partnership & Channel Strategy

Digital Transformation

Elevate your China retail game with our Digital Transformation expertise

DX Vision
Digital Roadmap
CIO/CDO Support
System Architecture Design
DX PMO
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Big Data Analysis
IT Organization Design & Restructuring
IT Portfolio Management
Off-shore Development Centre Set-up

Public Services

Navigating China's retail with strategic public service solutions.

Economic Development
Public Policy Development
E-Governance

Sustainability

Enhancing sustainability in China's retail sector with bespoke strategies.

Sustainability Strategy & Implementation
Double Materiality
Decarbonization & Net-Zero Strategy
Climate Change Risks and Opportunities
Sustainability Due Diligence
Supply Chain Assessment
ESG Reporting
Investor Relations & Fundraising
Organization & Governance Design

Market Research

Empower your China retail ventures with in-depth market research & expert guidance.

Market Landscape
Market Size
Industry Structure and Trend
Competitive Benchmark
Business Partner Search & Screening
B2B/B2C Customer Survey
B2B Customer Survey
Consumer Research

Navigating Retail Sector in China

Heightened Competition from E-commerce Giants

China's online retail market is projected to reach $2.68 trillion in 2023, making the landscape fiercely competitive for physical stores.
Physical retailers must leverage advanced logistics and integrate with online platforms, moving 35% of sales to e-commerce channels in order to thrive.

Stringent Regulatory Environment and Compliance Costs

Recent tightening of regulations in China's retail sector, particularly data protection laws, data policies have increased compliance costs.(Global compliance cost increased by 45%).
Retailers need to stay updated with policy changes and invest in robust data management systems, ensuring 70% compliance improvement to avoid legal complications.

Rising Middle-Class Consumer Spending Trends

China’s middle class is expected to constitute 60% of the population by 2025, driving demand for diverse, premium retail products, services.
Businesses should diversify their product portfolios, offering tailored luxury, premium products, unique shopping experiences in high-demand areas that are expected to generate 55% of sales volume.

Government Initiatives to Boost Retail Innovation

China's “New Retail” initiative and technology grants aim to integrate online and offline shopping, promoting smart retail solutions.
Retailers should leverage these initiatives to innovate and expand using advanced technology, receiving up to 30% grant for transformation.

Our Clients

We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.

What Our Clients Say About Us

"We are pleased to recommend the management services of YCP Solidiance, who led us in the planning, set-up and operational start of our China manufacturing facility. Their team was dedicated, innovative at problem solving and creative in their support. Without leadership, we would have never been able to navigate the complex environment in a timely fashion so as to meet our customer requirements."

General Manager

Vari-Form

"When I came to rebuild our China organization there was only one trusted advisor I knew I could turn to for support. Having used YCP Solidiance in former roles, I knew they had the industry expertise, vast proprietary resources and having successfully used their insights before, I knew they were the right resource for growing our China market."

President

Fosroc China

Results Through Expertise: Case Studies

Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.

Long-Term Marketing Advisory Services in Hong Kong

Client

A leading diamond trading company in Hong Kong

Area

Hong Kong

Expertise Scope

Advertising Budget Optimization, Content Strategy Advisory, Competitor Monitoring

Project Summary

We proposed a data-driven advertising budget mix for the client, supporting them with execution control and a refined content strategy. Our team provided guidance on ad spend management, recommending budget allocation shifts, target audience refinement, and competitor monitoring. We collaborated with the client’s sales team, identifying customer preference changes, external growth factors, and competitor actions to improve advertising performance and drive sales in Hong Kong.

Commercial Facility Trends and Industry Insights in Shanghai

Client

A global trader in textiles, machinery, and energy in Japan

Area

Greater China

Expertise Scope

Market Research, On-Site Visits, Brand Presence Analysis

Project Summary

The research team conducted desktop research, cold calls, and on-site visits to commercial facilities in Shanghai, where focus was on large-scale shopping malls and department stores operational as of April 2024. The research encompassed various industries, including apparel and food and beverage sectors. Additionally, the team screened Japanese brands that entered Shanghai in recent years and analyzed their market presence.