1. Market Entry Strategy & Business Advisory:
- Market Research and Feasibility Studies: Understanding the target market, customer behavior, competition, pricing strategies, and regulatory environment specific to your industry.
- Entry Mode Selection: Advising on the most suitable legal entity for your business (e.g., Wholly Owned Subsidiary, Joint Venture, Liaison Office, Branch Office, Project Office), considering factors like control, risk, and long-term goals.
- Business Plan Development: Crafting a comprehensive business plan tailored for the Indian market, including financial projections and operational strategies. • Location Assessment: Helping identify the best location for your operations based on business needs, infrastructure, and incentives.
2. Legal and Compliance Services:
- Company Incorporation/Entity Setup: Assisting with the entire process of registering your chosen legal entity, including obtaining Digital Signature Certificates (DSCs), reserving a company name, drafting Memorandum of Association (MoA) and Articles of Association (AoA), and filing incorporation forms with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA).
- FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) Compliance: Navigating India's FDI policy, including understanding sector-specific limits, automatic vs. government approval routes, and filing necessary forms with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
- Regulatory Approvals and Licenses: Obtaining various mandatory registrations and licenses such as Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration, Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), Employee State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Import Export Code (IEC), and any industry-specific licenses (e.g., FSSAI for food businesses, factory licenses).
- Corporate Governance: Advising on compliance with the Companies Act, 2013, regarding board composition, financial reporting, annual returns, and audit requirements.
- Intellectual Property (IP) Protection: Registering trademarks, patents, and copyrights to safeguard your intellectual assets in India.
- Contract Drafting and Review: Legal assistance with various commercial agreements, including joint venture agreements, supplier contracts, and employment agreements.
3. Accounting, Tax, and Financial Services:
- Tax Advisory (Direct and Indirect): Providing guidance on Indian direct taxes (corporate income tax) and indirect taxes (GST), including compliance, planning, and transfer pricing.
- Accounting and Bookkeeping: Setting up and maintaining accounting records in compliance with Indian Accounting Standards, preparing financial statements, and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Statutory Audits: Appointing an auditor and facilitating annual audits as required by law.
- Payroll Processing: Managing payroll, including salary calculations, tax deductions (TDS), provident fund, ESIC contributions, and timely disbursements.
- International Taxation: Addressing cross-border tax issues, double taxation avoidance agreements (DTAAs), and expatriate taxation.
- Virtual CFO Services: Providing outsourced financial expertise and strategic guidance without the need for a full-time in-house CFO.
4. Human Resources (HR) and Payroll Services:
- Talent Acquisition: Assisting with recruitment and hiring of local talent, including executive search.
- HR Policy and Compliance: Developing HR policies and ensuring compliance with Indian labor laws, including employment contracts, working conditions, and employee welfare.
- Payroll Outsourcing: Managing the entire payroll process, including calculating salaries, deductions, statutory contributions, and filing related returns.
- Payroll Processing: Managing payroll, including salary calculations, tax deductions (TDS), provident fund, ESIC contributions, and timely disbursements.
- Employer of Record (EOR) Services: For businesses looking to quickly enter the market without establishing a legal entity, an EOR can hire employees on their behalf, handling all HR, payroll, and compliance aspects.
5. Other Essential Services:
- Banking and Financial Services: Opening bank accounts, facilitating foreign exchange transactions, and managing financial operations.
- Office Space and Infrastructure: Assistance in finding and setting up suitable office premises.
- Logistics and Supply Chain: Developing efficient logistics and supply chain strategies.
- IT and Technology Solutions: Setting up IT infrastructure and systems.
- Public Relations and Marketing: Developing market entry communication strategies.
