Go-to-market support
Market entry – done right
Company-specific, technically sound, hands-on.Once the dynamics in a new target market are known, competitors evaluated, and relevant sales channels identified, it’s time to get down to business. In our holistic approach, we combine the company, strategic orientation, and the market & competitive environment to determine the best approach for you and successfully complete the market entry. Our team of long-standing, experienced consultants and industry insiders supports and accompanies you on your expansion path. In addition to a reliable basis for decision-making, we also offer the complete concept including pragmatic support for operational tasks.

Our services at a glance:
- Promising options for action with sales and earnings forecasts, opportunities & risks, investments, and time horizons
- Impact of identified market developments on performance
- Development of a realistic business plan with scenarios
- Go-to-market concept and recommendations for market cultivation: including prioritized market entry form, suitable sales channels, positioning strategy and USPs to be communicated, potential customers, and suppliers
- Targeted search for companies for market entry via Buy & Build and acquisition initiation: including development of the acquisition roadmap, long and shortlists based on defined search criteria
- Approaching potential acquisition candidates, preparation and moderation of negotiations
Benefit from our unparalleled experience in various markets – both in terms of products and geography. With proven methods and dedication, our consultants actively support you in your expansion plans.
Case Studies
Initial Situation:
A leading German manufacturer of residential lighting with a three-tier distribution system is considering establishing direct sales to B2B customers as a new business segment.
Task:
Market and feasibility study for a B2B mail-order concept, as well as the development of a detailed business case.
maconda’s Contribution:
- Comprehensive analysis of the relevant market regarding structure, market entry barriers, and key market drivers
- Comparative analysis of available sales channels and pro/con discussion in strategy workshops
- Detailed survey of the satisfaction of electricians, in particular, with their various procurement channels and analysis of specific expectations for efficient procurement
- Analysis of existing mail-order concepts in the construction sector, focusing on craftsmen and specifically electricians, and a synopsis of comparable concepts based on comprehensive competitor profiling
- Definition of relevant gain vs. pain points from the target customers’ perspective and, based on this, development of a positioning concept regarding brand strategy, necessary product offering, complementary services, price points, and differentiation strategy compared to benchmarks
- Development of a detailed business plan for the new business segment, simulation of various scenarios, and in particular, analysis of working capital requirements to achieve the necessary high delivery rate and speed
- Development of an action plan; obtaining and comparing offers from service providers for setting up the necessary technical infrastructure