With its strong productivity and rapid economic growth, China is today one of the leading destinations for businesses from across the globe and full of opportunities. However, unique characteristics such as competitor and consumer behaviour and local culture and regulations, have made it critical for organisations to have an experienced partner to support them in their expansion into the Chinese market.
Assuring robust market entrance support from a highly experienced partner like Tencent Cloud, with strong local understanding, as well as tech expertise and readily available local insights, is ultimately critical to ensure a seamless and successful launch into China.
“As one of the world’s leading cloud companies, Tencent Cloud is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Tencent Cloud, as a ‘digital enabler’ aims to support Thai businesses of all sizes from various sectors seeking to expand their footprint into China,” said Mr. Krittee Manoleehagul, Vice President of Tencent Cloud International for Southeast Asia and Managing Director of Tencent Thailand
“We provide a one-stop China Connect solution that will support them at every stage of their journey into China, utilising our technology and multiple areas of expertise to help companies achieve business optimisation and solid growth from the opportunities that abound in China.”
Tencent Cloud’s China Connect solution offers a comprehensive suite of services to assist businesses in establishing operations in China at the following stages:
Registration – Tencent Cloud’s business registration service helps companies set up their legal entity more affordably in a streamlined process provided in collaboration with its partner agencies.
Security Solutions – Tencent Cloud's comprehensive suite of security solutions enables companies' compliance with global, regional, and local security requirements, including support for them to establish a strong foothold in China in compliance with cyber security and data protection requirements of Chinese regulatory bodies.
Business Setup – Tencent Cloud’s Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) offer tailored solutions for smart business setup in China which helps the operation process run efficiently.
Operation & Development – Tencent Cloud’s enterprise-level applications support companies’ business growth in China while ensuring all their platforms and systems run smoothly.
Go-To-Market (GTM Solutions) – By leveraging Tencent’s strategy and ecosystem resources such as by using WeChat, Tencent Cloud provides data insights to help companies achieve reach and market to users in China.
According to JP Morgan, cross-border e-commerce accounts for nearly 30% of the whole e-commerce industry in Thailand, with China, Japan, and the United States being the first, second and third largest international sales destinations for Thai products respectively.
The data reflects an increase in demand for overseas products by Chinese consumers, which implies an opportunity for Thai enterprises, large and small, to expand their client base by entering China.
In view of this, Tencent Cloud provides a Smart Retail China Connect solution which includes the following services: 1) mall development using Weixin Mini Program, 2) listing on Tencent Huiju marketplace, 3) consumer lead generation, 4) mall platform operations, 5) user management, 6) marketing and data analysis, and 7) after-sales customer service.
“These offerings enable businesses to engage with Chinese customers, enhancing customer conversion and increasing brand exposure and sales,” said Mr. Krittee Manoleehagul.
Last not least, Tencent Cloud’s Smart Retail China Connect features Weixin Mini Program, an excellent tool for connecting companies to the Chinese market.
“With over a billion users across the globe, Weixin is not only used as a social and communications platform but also allows users to enjoy games and make mobile payments, all in one app,” he said.
“As a strategic-level solution for businesses, the Weixin Mini Program offers a comprehensive range of functions, including chat, shopping, payment, and after-sales service, all with customer personalisation. With its low cost and no fees, the solution is attracting an increasing number of Southeast Asian enterprises looking to expand their business operations.”
As part of Tencent, Tencent Cloud boast more than 20 years as a cloud service provider with one-stop capability to support products and services for businesses across industries worldwide through its extensive global infrastructure. Tencent Cloud also provides C2B solutions that connect businesses with consumers through WeChat and QQ, platforms that have more than 1 billion users combined, equipping businesses with the ability to personalise their offerings to consumers. Moreover, Tencent Cloud provides 24/7 after-sales support and offers free trials to interested customers.
Tencent Cloud’s constant mission is to meet the needs of industries across the board, including in the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation. Moreover, Tencent Cloud personalises solutions to the specific demands of each client. It is fully equipped to help customers take on their business challenges and optimise their positioning and operations to tap into the full potential that the Chinese market has to offer. Thanks to our local market insights, industry-leading expertise, and strong infrastructure, including 70 availability zones in 26 regions worldwide.
“Apart from Tencent Cloud's knowledge and a wealth of experience in a range of sectors, Tencent Cloud also has a support team in Thailand comprised of experts who can provide services and recommendations for Thai clients as to respond customers’ demands and adjust solutions for their specific needs.” concluded Mr. Krittee Manoleehagul