Dream Incubator Inc. and Nippon Koei Co., Ltd. proudly join the Japan International Cooperation Agency (“JICA”) as its consultants to work on data collection and fundamental research on matching demand of developing countries with private sector technologies for achieving carbon neutrality, a global mega-trend that is now emerging in developing economies.

A global motorbike manufacturer observed a shift in consumer behavior as motorbike markets in Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia matured and became commoditized.

Following the successful collaboration with DI to assess a new internet-based software service for the trucking business in Thailand, the client aims to explore broader business opportunities in partnership with gas station operators.

The Japanese manufacturing industry is currently grappling with several challenges, such as manpower shortages and risks associated with supply chains.

A global shipping carrier, having solidified its presence across the logistics value chain, sought to expand its operations in Vietnam, Cambodia, and Myanmar.

A leading Japanese transportation company explored prospective business development and capital investment opportunities in Vietnam, targeting both B2B and B2C transportation segments. The B2B segment focused on traditional services for domestic manufacturing, distribution, and retail activities, while the B2C segment concentrated on the rapidly growing e-commerce market.

A client exploring the auto-lending market in Vietnam faced a significant challenge: the absence of a reliable credit rating system, which prolonged screening processes and increased the risk of ineffective decision-making. These inefficiencies created barriers to market growth and constrained the ability of lenders to extend loans confidently.

Vietnam is at a pivotal stage of export promotion, with a strategic emphasis on attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the processing industry to enhance its export capacity. Key success factors for FDI attraction include establishing a robust production base supported by solid infrastructure and favorable policies.

In 2022, the IEA published An Energy Sector Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions in Indonesia. This strategy emphasizes the critical role of low-carbon and carbon-free energy sources, such as hydrogen and ammonia, in achieving carbon neutrality by 2060. It envisions that the development of a hydrogen-based society in Indonesia will significantly contribute to the decarbonization of the global energy system.

DI project team supported technology-enabled renewable energy with market expansion into Vietnam, with the help of the Japanese government. The client company provides one-stop services of solar sharing, including design, purchasing materials, construction, installation, maintenance, and administrative treatment in farmland and distribution of earnings to the farmers.

A client considering the acquisition of a pharmaceutical company in Vietnam engaged DI to support their due diligence process. In addition to assessing the target company’s current commercial position in the local market, the client aimed to explore opportunities to enhance the quality of its product portfolio.

A Chinese retail conglomerate, through its private equity division, sought to explore new business development opportunities in Southeast Asia, targeting Vietnam and Thailand. The goal was to conceptualize a New Retailing Format Business Development Strategy by identifying promising opportunities across the retail value chain in segments such as fashion, women’s care, and health and beauty products.

A global company in the retail sector, a brand company specializing in household products, was struggling with declining sales in a dynamic and competitive market. Recognizing the need for a renewed approach, the client sought DI’s expertise to evaluate the market landscape and identify opportunities for new business development.

A global company showed interest in Vietnam as a sourcing market for their solvent products, particularly targeting the paint, ink, and adhesive segments. To support this initiative, they engaged DI to conduct an in-depth market analysis and identify potential clients. DI’s role involved providing a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics, key players, and demand trends within these segments, enabling the company to assess Vietnam’s potential as a reliable sourcing hub.

DI was engaged by a global trading company to assess a local target (“X”) for a potential M&A opportunity in Thailand. X operates within the engineered polymers industry and stands out due to its rare capability to handle foreign-engineered polymers, giving it a unique and advantageous position in this niche market.

A leading Vietnamese conglomerate sought to diversify its portfolio by venturing into agricultural production, with an ambitious goal of exporting locally grown premium products to the APAC region. This initiative aimed to capitalize on Vietnam’s agricultural strengths and meet growing demand in international markets for high-quality, responsibly sourced food products.

A global conglomerate, in collaboration with a leading Vietnamese dairy producer, planned to establish a billion-dollar beef business in Vietnam. This ambitious initiative aimed to address rising local demand for premium beef products while leveraging Vietnam’s agricultural potential.

After successfully developing a software solution and product launch in China to track battery performance and provide optimal usage plans, the client sought to expand into Southeast Asia’s growing EV market. DI was engaged to conduct comprehensive market research to evaluate the dynamics of EV markets across Southeast Asia and identify the most promising opportunities for market entry.

A global motorbike manufacturer observed a shift in consumer behavior as motorbike markets in Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia matured and became commoditized.

DI project team supported a technology-enabled energy management company with market expansion into India & Vietnam, with the help of the Japanese government. The client company provides electricity companies, including microgrid operators and power generators, with an energy management system that optimizes their generation and energy storage system (ESS) charging and discharging, ultimately stabilizing electricity supply and maximizing profit.

After acquiring a prominent real estate project in Vietnam, the client sought to explore new opportunities in the Residential Construction sector. Their vision involved creating a platform dedicated to apartments and house construction, renovation, and related services. To achieve this, the client engaged DI as a strategy consultant to develop feasible business model options and evaluate the potential for business development and expansion.

The client engaged DI to explore the potential development of a tourism project on an isolated island in Cambodia. With Cambodia’s growing reputation as a promising destination in the global tourism sector and the island’s primitive, undeveloped state offering untapped opportunities, the project aimed to create a unique and attractive destination that aligns with market demands and sustainable practices.

Australia is renowned for its high-quality education, attracting many Vietnamese students. To enhance cross-border collaboration, an Australian state government (the Client) sought to explore the feasibility of a hybrid online-offline training model for business development in Vietnam.

In 2002, the Vietnam-Japan Institute for Human Resources Development (VJCC) was founded through collaboration between the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Foreign Trade University (FTU) with the endorsement of the Japanese and Vietnamese governments. JICA selected DI as the consulting organization to further VJCC’s sustainable, stable, and self-reliant development and support VJCC in becoming a focal point connecting the two countries in business cooperation and high-quality human resources.

In 2022, the IEA published An Energy Sector Roadmap to Net Zero Emissions in Indonesia. This strategy emphasizes the critical role of low-carbon and carbon-free energy sources, such as hydrogen and ammonia, in achieving carbon neutrality by 2060.

Innovations that leverage cutting-edge science and technology are crucial for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) efficiently and effectively. By fostering social startups that address challenges with unconventional ideas, these innovations can accelerate the resolution of social issues.

To illustrate, our teams in Vietnam provided consulting support to two venture companies in a 3-month program focusing on both business and impact strategy. The first company, ‘Tepbac,’ offers AI-based management software and IoT hardware for aquaculture.

Strategic investment companies and private equity fund managers often require management consulting support during due diligence projects to ensure informed decision-making and successful transactions.

The DI team in Vietnam was commissioned to provide services throughout the entire lifecycle of the fund, including sourcing, evaluating, due diligence, value enhancement management, and exit operations…

A client with a 40-year history of shaping Indian motorization sought to establish a new large-scale business stream beyond mobility, leveraging their foundation in India for global growth. Recent ventures in cold chain management, digital vehicle inspection, and EV battery sharing showcased their drive to address social issues through innovative, data-driven solutions.

The client, a global lab equipment manufacturer, was preparing to commercialize a new urine test product that was in the final stages of R&D. They sought to confirm the product’s value proposition through a fact-based market assessment before launching. The goal was to ensure the product’s competitive positioning and appeal in the market.

A local healthcare business in Vietnam collaborated with a Japanese government-sponsored ODA initiative to enhance bilateral cooperation in the healthcare sector. The project aimed to leverage Japan’s advanced medical technologies and expertise to address the growing healthcare demands in Vietnam. Both parties agreed to focus on developing a clinical health check service provider as the pilot project for this partnership.

“The Medium- to Long-term Vision for Japan-Vietnam Agricultural Cooperation” set forth the action plan engaging public and private sectors over 5 years (2015-2019) in model zones towards food value chain development goals.

A Japanese life insurance company was exploring new business opportunities in Southeast Asia, focusing on small-amount, short-term insurance products.

A client company was developing a strategy for automobile insurance business expansion in Vietnam. A key focus of this strategy involves partnerships with garages, referred to as Car Repair Points (CRPs), to facilitate business growth. Given that your operations in Vietnam are still in their early stages, forming partnerships could significantly reduce operational burdens and enable rapid expansion.

A regional research division of a global medical equipment company specializing in ASEAN x Digital Health for 14 years with operations across Singapore and Thailand, has struggled to produce tangible business outcomes. Despite significant R&D efforts driven by technology and product innovation, the team has not achieved any successful commercialization.

The client, a global lab equipment manufacturer, was preparing to commercialize a new urine test product that was in the final stages of R&D. They sought to confirm the product’s value proposition through a fact-based market assessment before launching. The goal was to ensure the product’s competitive positioning and appeal in the market.

The client, a global lab equipment manufacturer, was developing a mid-term market strategy for a new urine test product. After completing the R&D phase, they were looking to expand regionally, with Thailand as the first priority for market entry.

A global company in the retail sector, a brand company specializing in household products, was struggling with declining sales in a dynamic and competitive market. Recognizing the need for a renewed approach, the client sought DI’s expertise to evaluate the market landscape and identify opportunities for new business development.

DI conducted a comprehensive study on consumers and distribution channels across retail points in both Modern Trade (MT) and General Trade (GT) in Vietnam. The objective was to determine the ideal product positioning, including price and packaging size, in comparison to competitors in a highly price-sensitive market.

DI conducted a comprehensive study on consumers and distribution channels across retail points in both Modern Trade (MT) and General Trade (GT) in Vietnam. The objective was to determine the ideal product positioning, including price and packaging size, in comparison to competitors in a highly price-sensitive market.

Australia is renowned for its high-quality education, attracting many Vietnamese students. To enhance cross-border collaboration, an Australian state government (the Client) sought to explore the feasibility of a hybrid online-offline training model for business development in Vietnam.

After years of establishing its presence in Vietnam, the client faced stagnant sales in its key product category. DI was engaged to diagnose the issue and devise a strategy to boost business performance.

Following the successful collaboration with DI to assess a new internet-based software service for the trucking business in Thailand, the client aims to explore broader business opportunities in partnership with gas station operators. Recognizing the strategic importance of gas stations as hubs for services and commerce in Thailand, the client envisions developing a mutually beneficial business model that integrates innovative solutions for trucking and logistics.

After acquiring a prominent real estate project in Vietnam, the client sought to explore new opportunities in the Residential Construction sector. Their vision involved creating a platform dedicated to apartments and house construction, renovation, and related services. To achieve this, the client engaged DI as a strategy consultant to develop feasible business model options and evaluate the potential for business development and expansion.

The Cai Mep-Thi Vai International Port in Vietnam, funded by an ODA Yen Loan, began operations in early 2014. Despite its strategic importance, the Cai Mep container cargo terminal has struggled with low utilization rates due to several factors.