Inter-Strat's experience spans various industry sectors and many countries. Brief sketches below highlight the width and depth of some of the work we have done. Do e-mail us if you wish to know more about our experience.

Sectors

Market Entry Planning / Marketing Strategy Development and Review for an Enterprise Software Company: Assisted an Indian enterprise software company prepare their global expansion plan. This involved studying the markets in various countries, short-listing potential target countries, field market research in Malaysia, Indonesia & Sri Lanka.

Marketing Strategy Development & Review for a U.S. CAD/CAM Software Company : Developed a detailed India marketing plan for a US based MNC operating in the space of CAD/CAM/CAE. Helped client launch an entry-level CAD/CAM solution for the SME segment in India.

Voice of the Customer:- Inputs for Product / Services Design for a large Software Multinational : Concept testing of new products / services in the Indian market for a large software MNC. Our deep understanding of local tastes and preferences enabled our client evolve appropriate solutions for the Indian market.

Marketing Related Due Diligence for an Automotive Identification & Data Capture Company : Evaluated the India opportunity for Bar Coding solutions and valuation of the Bar Coding business of a company active in the market. Enabled our client make strategic decisions on the future course of the business.

Prospecting Databases / Identification & Profiling of Prospective customers for a large Software Multinational: Ongoing India market mapping relationship with a large software MNC for the past five years. This includes short-listing focus industry sectors & identifying end-users likely to invest in the client's solutions. Client has been able to reduce marketing and sales costs.

Marketing Strategy Development & Review for a Technical Workstations Company : Detailed mapping of technical workstations installed across India. Our client rolled out a "replacement" programme based on the inputs provided.

Identification & Profiling of Prospective Customers for a U.S. PLM Solutions Company : Identified 200 Indian companies who are potential users of Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solutions for our client to focus on.

Building & Maintaining - Prospecting Databases / Identification & Profiling of Prospective Customers for a U.S. CAD/CAM Software Company: Mapped the US, French, UK, Italian, Japanese and German markets for prospective customers and drove project implementation from India. Our client was launching a new marketing programme and wanted to cost effectively generate a database of prospects

Voice of the Customer: - Inputs for Services Design for a large Energy & Environment Company: We mapped the opportunity for O&M services for Captive Power Plants, identified Drivers & Inhibitors to outsourcing, compiled O&M costs across CPPs and developed possible Business Models which helped our client assess the opportunity.

Market Study for <10MW Captive Power Plants for Energy & Environment Company: Analysis of the Indian market for small solid-fuel-fired captive power plants. Assessment of acceptability of solid fuels and turnkey plant supply among various industries, estimation of market potential, impact of New Electricity Act 2003 and other major developments/trends. Strategies to boost the potential business volumes. The client has entered this field, investing in a strong setup and necessary resources to address the business opportunity.

Market Entry Planning for an Energy & Environment Company: Analysis of the UK market for an Energy & Environment company. Analysis of industry structure, legislative impacts, technology levels, evaluation of channel partners and alliances for manufacturing outsourcing. Our client acquired a local UK company as a subsequent vehicle to expand into European markets.

Industry Sector Study for a Waste Heat Recovery Solutions Provider : Analysis of the Energy conservation opportunity in Europe and the USA for a UK based company providing waste heat recovery solutions. Client was able to prioritize opportunities to pursue.

Market Entry Planning for an Energy & Environment Company : Market entry plan for Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand markets. In-depth understanding of the end-user industries, fuel & energy scenario, existing and future environmental norms and competitive activity. Our client opened local offices in these countries to drive marketing and support channel partners.

Customer Satisfaction Study for a Tier-1 Automotive Component Supplier : End-customer feedback on product performance for a Tier-1 auto component manufacturer. The all-India study resulted in an action plan to improve customer satisfaction.

Market Entry Planning for an Automotive Component Supplier : Analysis of the Indian Auto Industry for a SE Asian auto component company evaluating an India investment. Based on the findings, our client decided against investing in India.

Market Research & Assessment for a Tier- 1 Automotive Component Supplier: Opportunity assessment for Turbochargers in India. We mapped market potential for Non Auto Turbochargers and identified potential OEMs for our client to build a long-term relationship with.

India Market evaluation - Elevator & Escalator Industry: For a global Elevator, Escalator industry player we developed a detailed assessment of the Indian market size, projection and growth estimation, segment & end user analysis, geographical distribution, regulatory requirements, etc. The report also identified thrust products, possible market entry routes, etc. Based on our work the client made a decision to enter the Indian market.

Diagnosis of Operations and providing Strategic Directions for an MNC in Architectural Systems: Analysis of operations since launch, understanding strengths and help in identifying new segments for focus within existing resources. Current product portfolio includes Structured Glazings, Facades and Window Systems. Arrive at the Strategic direction to grow the company to the next level. Study existing processes and systems and help increase the business levels. Worked closely with the top management to help them take the next leap forward in line with the vision of the company.

Marketing Related Due Diligence for an Engineering Company : Opportunity map of the U.A.E. market for an Indian company planning on trading in engineering products. Our analysis revealed that besides a smaller than expected opportunity size, the competition was intense, resulting in our client dropping this particular project.

Building & Maintaining - Industry databases / Prospecting Databases for a leading Engineering Firm: Industry & sales prospecting database system for a leading engineering firm. Requirement Definition, and design and implementation assistance. System is operational and multiple offices of client benefiting from the database.

Market Entry Planning for a Surface Coating Systems Company: Analysis of the Saudi Arabian market for a client evaluating an alliance with a French trading house to market surface coating systems. Evaluated the market and the proposed alliance partner to enable our client make an informed decision.