CHANNEL STRATEGY: THE CHINA MARKET FOR NEW ZEALAND SCAMPI

Through extensive industry interviews and channel evaluations in China, TBA formulated a targeted plan and launch recommendations introducing New Zealand scampi to this complex but lucrative market.

Type
Market Entry & Channel Strategy
Services
Market Research, Channel Strategy, Pricing Analysis, Import Planning
Year
2015

Client

Ngāi Tahu Seafood

Objective:

Explore viability and make launch recommendations for exporting NZ scampi to China.

What TBA Did:

  • Conducted extensive industry interviews with insiders
  • Mapped channel landscape and competitive situation
  • Evaluated positioning strategies and go-to-market approaches
  • Assessed import requirements, risks and partnerships

Result:

  • Validated definite demand – advised starting with distributors to hotels/retail
  • Recommended competing on attributes like sustainability
  • Identified priority channels and pricing considerations
  • Laid groundwork for effective market entry approach