Our ecosystem is a unique model which leverages the best of a Master Distributor’s knowledge, database & processes.

For 35 years and continuing today in daily work, KIMCO’s knowledge based on direct trade experience is the engine that has provided the Consulting & Research Services to meet the needs of its clients so well.

The feed of real-time information and experiential learning from trading experiences, is an unparalleled Knowledge Transfer opportunity for our clients.

We bring insight, thought leadership and solutions based on decades of direct experience in Export Development and International Expansion. Africa and The Middle East has played an important role in the company history and today our people are engaged across geographies of the world with a continued excellent track record in Emerging Markets.

We explore the spectrum of strategic approaches including: Export, Licensing/Franchising, Contract Manufacturing and Foreign Direct Investment.

We explore and scope business expansion opportunities given project specific criteria.

Consulting

We provide a bespoke Consulting service that supports a range of Strategic Planning.

These include: 

Market Selection & Strategy

  • We help you identify where to play and why and review the best market entry strategy.

Outlet Universe Mapping

  • Analyse all the outlets available in your target market and estimate the outlets available to you.

    Route to Market Mapping

  • Review the types of route to market available and identify potential partners.

    Product Development

  • We provide a 360 assessment creating new products or innovations, where it’s necessary to dedicate packaging and products to particular consumers and channels.

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Research

Our research panel are able to assist in quantitative fields in a supporting role to trade development teams.

These include:

Competitor Analysis

  • Part of the landscape analysis we tell you; who they are, how it’s supplied, who are the retailers, who are the customers & consumers, country of origin and what the RSP is.

Value Chain and RSP Calculations

  • In addition to collating and creating a spectrum of value chain calculations, we add value with proprietary analysis tools covering elasticity and projections.

Consumer Preference Insights

  • With preferred and agreed methodology and criteria, we execute research into consumer preferences, tastes, behaviours and habits. This includes panels and field research.

Product Penetration Assessments

  • Product visibility and availability checks are provided with discretion and are conducted independently.

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Advisory

With interim and mid-term projects, we provide a suite of Advisory Services covering all aspects of Consulting Services.

In addition, we also provide:

Export Department Modelling

  • We shape and guide the infrastructure of your international or regional team to meet your expansion objectives.

Financial Planning & Funding

  • In association with our funding partners, we provide strategic preparation and access to M&A Funding from €2m- €100m.

  • Focus on Manufacturers, Brand Owners, Retailers, Distributors, Information Providers in the FMCG and Pharma categories.

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