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Transforming Subsidiary Challenges with Interim Management
/ Transforming Subsidiary Challenges with Interim Management Interim management is often seen as a last resort, but it can be a powerful tool for addressing deep-rooted problems in subsidiary management. Companies facing ongoing performance issues
Business Success in India Through Effective Contract Management
/ Business Success in India Through Effective Contract Management Contracts are the backbone of business relationships, outlining expectations and protecting interests. However, the real strength of contracts lies not just in their formulation but in
Is Outsourcing Your Recruitment the Ultimate Solution?
Outsourcing recruitment can indeed be a powerful tool to enhance your hiring process, offering access to expertise, time savings, and a broader talent pool.
Ensuring BIS Compliance for Telescopic Ball Bearings: A Strategic Guide for Foreign Exporters to India
On May 2, 2024, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, in consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), published a Quality Control Order (QCO) under the BIS Act of 2016.
Establishing a Strong Presence in India through Strategic Growth Partnerships
/ Establishing a Strong Presence in India through Strategic Growth Partnerships India’s dynamic and rapidly growing economy offers a wealth of opportunities for foreign companies. However, successfully navigating this market requires more than just a
Navigating Customs Challenges: fill in the right paperwork to sell goods in India at an exhibition
/ Navigating Customs Challenges: Fill in the right paperwork to sell goods in India at an exhibition When a foreign company faced significant delays and complications with customs clearance for an exhibition in India, Maier
BIS Updates on Gypsum Plaster Boards and Glass Fibre Boards: A Crucial Guide for Foreign Exporters to India
As of March 2024, the Ministry of for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (PIIT), Government of India released a new Quality Control Order (QCO) covering water meters under IS 2373:1981 and IS 779:1994 standards
Strategic Hiring in India: A Comparative Analysis for European and American Companies
/ Strategic Hiring in India: A Comparative Analysis for European and American Companies For European and American companies aiming to establish a Global Capacity Center (GCC) in India, unlocking india’s vast talent pool presents a
Business Acquisition in India: Why Due Diligence is an Essential Step
/ Business Acquisition in India: Why Due Diligence is an Essential Step “India is closer (geographically and culturally) to many of our emerging markets than China, and if we succeed in India, we’ll make it
Latest BIS Updates: A Guide for Foreign Companies Exporting Water Meters to India
As of March 2024, the Ministry of for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (PIIT), Government of India released a new Quality Control Order (QCO) covering water meters under IS 2373:1981 and IS 779:1994 standards
Checklist for Sales Optimization in India: Overcoming Common Challenges
/Checklist for Sales Optimization in India: Overcoming Common Challenges So, you’re thinking about entering the Indian market? Great choice! It’s full of opportunities, but you might face a few challenges along the way. Don’t worry,
Manufacturing in India: Opportunities and Considerations for Foreign Companies
/ Manufacturing in India: Opportunities and Considerations for Foreign Companies Overview of India’s Manufacturing Landscape Manufacturing in India stands at a pivotal juncture, poised for exponential growth driven by robust demand and favorable economic policies.
Ensuring Successful Hiring in India: Key Checks Before Employing Indian Talent
/ Ensuring the Recruitment of Top Talent in India through Background Checks India has a large and highly skilled workforce, with a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. This makes it
Ensuring the Recruitment of Top Talent in India through Background Checks
/ Ensuring the Recruitment of Top Talent in India through Background Checks As a foreign company entering or operating in India, talent recruitment and retention become one of the biggest challenges. India is an attractive
Is your Indian subsidiary fastest-growing amongst global subsidiaries?
/ Is your India Subsidiary fastest growing amongst your Global Subsidiary? We, at Maier Vidorno Altios help companies reveal their true International Potential through one of our key service – Growth Strategy Consulting If your
Shareholding Structure for a Subsidiary of Foreign Company in India
/ Shareholding Structure for a Subsidiary of Foreign Company in India The shareholding pattern at the time of incorporation of a company typically outlines the distribution of shares among the initial equity shareholders or founding
Navigating HR Policies and Procedures Challenges for International Companies in India
/ Navigating HR Policies and Procedures Challenges for International Companies in India Setting up HR policies and procedures in India presents a unique set of challenges for international companies. The intricacies of the Indian market
Cultural Fitment: The Key to Successful CXO Hiring in India
/ Cultural Fitment: The Key to Successful CXO Hiring in India As foreign companies continue to expand their operations in India, finding the right leadership talent has become increasingly crucial. While technical skills and domain
Dematerialization of Securities: A Comprehensive Guide for Compliance
/ Dematerialization of Securities: A Comprehensive Guide for Compliance In India, all companies limited by shares are required to issue equity, preference shares, or other securities for capitalization, which can be issued in physical or
Financing Manufacturing for Foreign Companies in India: Capital, ECBs, and Bank Loans Compared
/ Financing Manufacturing for Foreign Companies in India India’s vast and growing market presents a tempting opportunity for foreign companies looking to expand their global footprint. However, establishing a manufacturing presence in India requires careful
How do you tackle Employee Performance Management?
/ Employee Performance Management in India / Employee Performance Management in India “For foreign companies, human resource management in India is often difficult. How do you build a transparent company structure in which employees dare
Attracting the Right Talent: A Crucial Strategy for Foreign Companies in India
/ Attracting the Right Talent: A Crucial Strategy for Foreign Companies in India As India continues to emerge as a global economic powerhouse, an increasing number of foreign companies are seeking to establish their presence
Differences in the way of doing business in India among Indian states
/ Unlocking Opportunities: Guide to Doing Business in India India is almost as large as the European Union and has more than twice as many inhabitants. No wonder, there are major differences between the various
Avoiding Common Pitfalls When Establishing Manufacturing in India
/ Avoiding Common Pitfalls When Establishing Manufacturing in India If you want to start manufacturing in India, you cannot simply copy-paste your European set-up. During the process, you need to take into account possible adjustments
Entering the Indian Market Successfully: A Guide for European Companies
/ Entering the Indian Market Successfully: A Guide for European Companies Are you an European company eyeing the vast opportunities that India offers? The Indian market is undoubtedly promising, but as Klaus Maier, founder and
BIS Update on Bolts, Nuts, and Fasteners – Mandatory Registration
/ Recent BIS Update on Bolts, Nuts, and Fasteners Under Mandatory Registration Category In a decisive move to bolster the quality and safety of bolts, nuts, and fasteners available in the Indian market, the Ministry
Managing Supply Chain Challenges: The Role of Insurance
/ Managing Supply Chain Challenges: The Role of Insurance Importing goods into India can be a lucrative endeavour for foreign companies, given the country’s vast consumer market. However, navigating the complex landscape of Indian logistics and
Merchant Trading in India
/ Merchant Trading in India India is becoming a very popular manufacturing location for European companies due to its big talent pool of highly skilled workers, low costs, excellent knowledge of the latest technology and
4 Key Sales Trends in India Amid Changing Business Landscape
/ 4 Key Sales Trends in India Amid Changing Business Landscape In the wake of the pandemic and a global economic slowdown, sales strategies across the globe have been undergoing constant evolution to cater to
Mandatory BIS Registration for Potable Water Bottles and Insulated Flasks in India
/ Mandatory BIS Registration for Potable Water Bottles and Insulated Flasks in India On the 5th and 14th of July 2023, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
Authorized Capital vs. Paid-up Capital: Share Capital Requirements for Foreign Companies in India
/ Authorized Capital vs. Paid-up Capital: Share Capital Requirements for Foreign Companies in India Share capital represents the funds raised by a company through the issuance of shares. Companies need share capital for various purposes
Streamlining Export Operations: Understanding the Merchant Exporter System in India
/ Streamlining Export Operations: Understanding the Merchant Exporter System in India In today’s interconnected global economy, efficient export processes are vital for foreign companies looking to expand their reach and tap into new markets. India,
Why Payroll Outsourcing is a Game-Changer for Foreign Companies in India?
/ Why Payroll Outsourcing is a Game-Changer for Foreign Companies in India? Managing payroll administration in a foreign jurisdiction can be a surprisingly difficult task, as each country has its unique laws and regulations about
BIS Update: Amendment to Lauric Acid Products in India’s Chemicals and Petrochemicals Sector
/ BIS Update: Amendment to Lauric Acid Products in India’s Chemicals and Petrochemicals Sector The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the national standards body of India, recently made significant amendments to its Quality Control order pertaining
Thriving Amid Challenges: How to Sustain Your Indian Business Venture
/ Thriving Amid Challenges: How to Sustain Your Indian Business Venture? India, with its rapidly growing economy, vast consumer base and government initiatives to promote ease of doing business, has emerged as an attractive destination
The Power of Organizational Resilience: Navigating Challenges and Thriving in Turbulent Times
/ The Power of Organizational Resilience: Navigating Challenges and Thriving in Turbulent Times In today’s fast-paced and unpredictable business landscape, organizations face a myriad of challenges. From economic downturns and technological disruptions to global pandemics
Mandatory Compliance for Foreign companies selling Polyethylene Material Products in India
/ Mandatory Compliance for Foreign companies selling Polyethylene Material Products in India The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) recently issued an important update concerning polyethylene material for moulding and extrusion in India. This development has significant implications for
Unleashing New Opportunities: Exploring the Advantages and Benefits of the MOOWR Scheme in India for European Businesses
/ Unleashing New Opportunities: Exploring the Advantages and Benefits of the MOOWR Scheme in India for European Businesses In recent years, India has emerged as a dynamic and vibrant market, offering a wealth of opportunities
Sourcing Capital Goods and Inputs under India’s MOOWR Scheme: A Guide for Foreign Businesses
/ Sourcing Capital Goods and Inputs under India’s MOOWR Scheme: A Guide for Foreign Businesses Under the MOOWR scheme, businesses can source capital goods, such as machinery, equipment, and tools, to support their operations and
Importance of Significant Economic Presence (SEP)
/ Significant Economic Presence – Understanding the Implications- Indian Tax Laws The principles of “nexus” and “profit allocation” have long served as the foundational pillars of the global taxation landscape. However, the rapid digitalization of
Simplified Approval and Operational Efficiency: Manufacturing and Other Operations in Warehouse Regulations (MOOWR) Scheme in India
/ Simplified Approval and Operational Efficiency: Manufacturing and Other Operations in Warehouse Regulations (MOOWR) Scheme in India India, known for its vibrant business landscape and rapidly growing economy offers an array of incentives and schemes
Mandatory Compliance for Protective and Geotextile Products in India
/ New BIS Circulars: Mandatory Compliance for Protective and Geotextile Products in India As the textile industry in India continues to evolve, ensuring the safety and quality of products has become paramount. To further enhance
MOOWR SCHEME – How can an international trading company set up a manufacturing unit in India?
/ MOOWR SCHEME – How an international trading company can set up a manufacturing unit in India? If you’re a European business looking to expand your operations into India, you may be wondering about the
Tax Compliance Matters: The New MSE Supplier Payment Rules India
/ Tax Compliance Matters: The New MSE Supplier Payment Rules For foreign companies operating in India through subsidiaries, keeping up with the country’s evolving tax regulations is crucial for maintaining compliance and avoiding penalties. One
India’s Life Sciences Industry Set to Boom in the Near Future
/ India’s Life Sciences Industry Set to Boom in the Near Future The Life Sciences sector in India is at a crucial juncture, with rapid growth and an expanding scope of capabilities across the industry
What’s Cooking In India’s Food & Beverage Industry?
/ What’s Cooking In India’s Food & Beverage Industry? / What’s Cooking In India’s Food & Beverage Industry? The Food and Beverage industry is one of the largest and fastest-growing industries in India. It makes
How to register Authorized Dealer (AD) code with the valid International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)?
/ How to register Authorized Dealer (AD) code with a valid Importer Exporter Code (IEC)? An application to connect Authorized Dealer (AD) code with Importer Exporter Code (IEC) needs to be made with the directorate
What is a Provisional Duty Bond (PD Bond) and what is Special Valuation Branch (SVB)?
/ What is a Provisional Duty Bond (PD Bond) and what is Special Valuation Branch (SVB)? Understanding the Importance of Special Valuation Branch (SVB) Certification and Provisional Duty Bonds for Smooth Customs Clearance in India
E-WASTE MANAGEMENT BY SWACH ENVIRO E-WASTE
/ E-WASTE MANAGEMENT BY SWACH ENVIRO E-WASTE Introduction E-waste is a popular, informal name for electronic products nearing the end of their “useful life.” Mobile Phones, Smart Phones, Feature phone, I Phones, Laptop, Desktop, Thin Clients, Air
How to regain financial control of your India business
/ How to Regain Financial Control of your India Business • Lack of business visibility and dependence on gut feeling for taking business decisions• Insufficient financial control commensurate to the size of the organization• Financial
Sales In India – Best India Market Entry Strategy
/ Sales In India – Best India Market Entry Strategy To sell foreign products successfully in India you need to choose the right India market-entry strategy. India’s markets are insatiable and sales in India are
Why choose India as your Outsourcing Partner
WHY CHOOSE INDIA AS YOUR OUTSOURCING PARTNER? A Comprehensive Guide to Back Office Outsourcing Back office outsourcing refers to a process where back-office services are outsourced to a third-party provider. The main reason behind this
What type of company set up do you need for India?
WHAT TYPE OF COMPANY SET-UP DO YOU NEED FOR INDIA? Choosing the right company structure for your business is an important first step for any company entering the Indian market Private Limited (PLC) Limited Liability
Do you want to enter India but keep your investments low? Then a distributor model is what you should probably look at
/ Do you want to enter India but keep your investments low? Then a distributor model is what you should probably look at India is the now world’s fifth-largest economy and is expected to be
If we only expect 1-2 invoices a month how can M+V Altios help us?
/ If we only expect 1-2 invoices a month how can Maier Vidorno Altios help us? Maier Vidorno Altios can help you whether you only have one shipment a year – or 50 shipments a
How do I import into India? Is Import-Export in India complicated?
/ How do I import into India? / Is Import-Export in India complicated? The first import into India is usually a bit confusing no matter what industry you are in. It is not complicated, but
BIS: Laboratory Service, Indian Standard & Consumer Affair
Laboratory Services BIS has established a network of eight own laboratories. As it is neither physically possible nor economically viable for BIS laboratories to develop testing facilities for each and every product covered under BIS
What is my best option for setting up a branch of my company in India?
WHAT IS MY BEST OPTION FOR SETTING UP A BRANCH OF MY COMPANY IN INDIA? Choosing the right company structure for your business is an important first step for any company entering the Indian market
What are the risks of having a Permanent Establishment in India and how can you avoid them?
/ What are the risks of having a Permanent Establishment in India and how can you avoid them? According to Article 5 of Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) and the concepts underpinning Permanent Establishment in
What factors affect the decision of own set-up v/s working with an agent?
/ What factors affect the decision of own set-up v/s working with an agent? There are pros and cons to both approaches – own set-up and agent – and most of them are to do
Information Service – BIS
Information Services The International Relations & Technical Information Services Department of BIS is the nodal department in BIS providing technical information services to interested parties. In compliance with the Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade
Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS)
FMCS is a scheme under which a BIS licence is granted to a foreign manufacturer in accordance with the BIS Act, 2016 and Bureau on Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The licence is granted
Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS)
Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) has notified “Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirement for Compulsory Registration) Orders for bringing various Electronics & Information Technology products under Compulsory Registration Scheme. Bureau of Indian Standards grants
Product Certification Scheme (Scheme – I)
For improving the Quality of Products and to provide the advantages of Standardization to common consumers, the Indian Standards Institution started operating the Certification Marks Scheme under the Indian Standards Institution (Certification Marks) Act, 1952.
BUREAU OF INDIAN STANDARDS (BIS)- The Certifying Authority
BIS is the National Standard Body of India established under the BIS Act 2016 for the harmonious development of the activities of standardization, marking and quality certification of goods and for matters connected therewith or
Steel Products and related BIS Registration in India
/ Steel Products and related BIS Registration in India On 28th May 2021, the Ministry of Steel of the Government of India published a new Quality Control Order (QCO) that replaces previous orders. It lists more steel
INDIA BUSINESS GUIDE
DOING BUSINESS IN INDIA A pragmatic guide for foreign companies in India Introducing the Guide Why We Made It Maier Vidorno Altios is pleased to develop this practical guide for foreign businesses investing and establishing
How to find a Reliable Distributor in India?
/How to find a Reliable Distributor in India? Successfully exporting to India is not done without an agent or distributor. A collaboration like this provides access to local market knowledge as well as a sales
BIS Registrations mandatory for Chemical Products before 13th Dec, 2020
/BIS Registrations Mandatory for Chemical Products before 13th Dec, 2020 In June 2020, the Indian government announced mandatory BIS registrations and certification for the manufacture and import of 14 chemical products. If, as a foreign
Liaison office Closing : Closing up non-compliance’s for fast closer
/Liaison office Closing : Closing up non-compliance’s for fast closer Closing a company should be as simple as possible so that you can move on quickly. In India, it has become less complicated in the
What documents do I need to incorporate a subsidiary company in India?
/What documents do I need to incorporate a subsidiary company in India? What are the company incorporation documents needed to set-up a subsidiary in India? India is one of the fastest-growing economies of the world
When To Set Up A Liaison Office in India
/ When To Set Up A Liaison Office in India Dhrub Thakur | Company Secretary – Head Legal Compliance | Maier Vidorno Altios Liaison Office: Basic Concepts In our previous article, we explained the different India Market
How do I manage customers who do not pay on time?
/ How do I manage customers who do not pay on time? Over the past few years, the Indian economy is growing tremendously. Today India is one of the hotspots for doing business across the