Singaporen SME Delegation | Corporate Learning Expedition

Unlocking Market Intelligence and Opportunity in China

Scala Consulting partnered with a group of promising Singaporean business owners to lead a multi-day learning expedition to Shanghai, aimed at exploring market entry potential, policy incentives, and commercial partnerships in China.

This program was designed for mid-sized enterprises with regional ambitions—providing them not only with curated exposure to China’s innovation hubs and policy priorities, but also with tailored platforms for relationship building and deal exploration.

Objective

To equip Singapore-based SMEs with real-world understanding of the Chinese business environment—bridging the gap between market interest and informed strategic action.

Our Approach

Scala developed and delivered a fully customized agenda combining strategic learning and commercial engagement. Each touchpoint was curated to reflect participants’ industries and expansion interests.

• Policy & Government Interface: Organized a closed-door session with senior officials at the Shanghai Lin-gang Municipal Commission of Commerce to explore investment incentives, trade zones, and regulatory frameworks relevant to Singaporean businesses.
• Corporate Insight Visits: Arranged learning visits to global leaders such as Tesla and Siemens, as well as curated sessions with PwC and Fangda Law Firm to understand operating models, compliance, and localization strategies.
• Business Matching & Networking: Facilitated participation in a high-level HSBC networking event, enabling entrepreneurs to meet potential partners, investors, and service providers relevant to their expansion plans.

Results

The program delivered tangible outcomes in strategic understanding and early-stage partnership development.

• Practical Understanding of the China Market: Participants gained clarity on how China’s regulatory and business environment aligns with their industries and goals.
• Qualified Leads and Market Contacts: Direct interactions with key stakeholders led to early-stage conversations on cross-border cooperation and co-development.
• Confidence for Strategic Expansion: Delegates returned with enhanced readiness and insight—turning abstract opportunity into actionable steps.