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India Business and Travel Guide, an Entry India's Publication, addresses practical aspects of doing business with India.
- Business Strategy and Planning including opportunities, industry events and business consultants
- Business execution including setting up a company, using a Business Center as a Virtual Office or a place to meet with clients, Access to Capital, Getting Insurance, etc.
- Finding Qualified professional service providers like lawyers, accountants, financial advisers, etc.
- Landing Financial Support from government, angel investors, and venture capitalists
- Networking effectively with Business and Industry specific associations for business leads and other business enhancing activities
Rather than providing one right answer regarding the procedures, time and costs involved in each of these items, the guide summarizes the experts views, provides resources that handle each of these in the most effective manner and gives pointers how you can best leverage them. In addition to the general information sources, expert consultants for each subject matter are also recommended that can help you navigate the uncharted waters. These experts are experienced in handling not only 'hard aspects' of business execution such as filing legal forms and obtaining necessary permissions for your business but also with 'soft aspects' such as business and cultural norms, flexible time commitments, interviewing the employees and creating lasting and profitable relationships.
Entry India asked some basic questions before listing a service provider in this directory, Is this a legally registered business with correct address and phone number, does it have the resources and experience in dealing with foreign businesses and NRIs, Are the existing clients satisfied with its services (and will they use the vendor again or recommend it to others) Of course you need to do your homework before entering into a business deal. Make sure to verify the credentials of the vendor or a potential partner regarding his products and services, finances and customer support. The vendors listed here are likely to cooperate with your inquiries and invest in you the time needed to conduct your due-diligence.
In addition to covering the business aspects, the Guides also prepares travelers to ensure a successful and hassle free trip. Essential resources and useful contact numbers are provided for:
- What you must know about India and its people
- Entry/Exit Requirements, Visa, Customs, etc.
- Airline Tickets
- Lodging and Transportation
- Currency exchange, ATM, Money transfer, Getting a Cell Phone
- Essential Services
- and more