The Six-Gate Market Entry Method

Retail Readiness

Certification & Compliance

Wholesale Launch

Regional Retail Expansion

Barcodes, costing, margin structure, specifications, labelling, shelf life, documentation and trade materials.

HACCP, SALSA, BRCGS roadmap, traceability, recall procedure, laboratory validation and supplier approval.

Distributor agreements, wholesale listings, foodservice formats and the first rate-of-sale evidence.

Cash-and-carry, club and online grocery channels, plus regional retail groups.

Transparent Answers for Your Business

Who do you work with?

Manufacturers and exporters seeking UK or Western retail presence, retailers and wholesalers who need verified overseas supply, and producers with manufacturing capacity but no consumer brand. We work with businesses of all sizes, from single-site producers to established exporters.

Do you only work on the UK–India corridor?

That corridor is where our supplier and category knowledge is deepest, but the methodology is origin-agnostic. We support entry into the UK, European Union, North America and the Middle East.

How do engagements usually start?

Most begin with a Retail Readiness Assessment — a short, fixed-fee diagnostic that tells you honestly whether retail entry is realistic, what it will cost and how long it will take, before either side commits to a larger programme.

How are your fees structured?

Four models, used individually or in combination: fixed-fee projects for defined deliverables, monthly retainers for continuing programmes, success fees tied to revenue from listings we secure, and royalties where a producer manufactures under one of our registered brands. Fees are quoted per engagement because scope varies significantly.

Can you guarantee a retail listing?

No consultancy honestly can. We guarantee the preparation, the introduction and the process — the buying decision rests with the retailer. What we do guarantee is that you will not walk into a buyer meeting unprepared.

Do you handle certification yourself?

We prepare clients for SALSA, BRCGS, HACCP and other standards and manage the whole process, but certification is awarded by accredited third-party bodies. Laboratory testing is likewise commissioned from accredited laboratories.

Ready to expand internationally?

Whether you're looking to source products, enter new markets or build global partnerships, we're ready to help. A short first call is usually enough to tell whether there's a real opportunity — and if there isn't, we'll say so.