Small Businesses Look to China

[mandy]

Once upon a time, China was a risk only big multinationals were willing to take. But these days, more and more U.S. small businesses are taking the plunge.

Pint-size suppliers are following big customers to the mainland. Venture capitalists are pushing startups to develop a China strategy before ponying up any cash. And even if you're on your own, sooner or later you'll end up competing with the so-called China price, so boning up on the country now makes good business sense...

Manufacturing and outsourcing continue to be prime opportunities for both big and small companies alike. Since the Chinese government is encouraging foreign investment in manufacturing, bureaucratic hassles there tend to be minimized. And in many cases, consulting companies can help you set up shop without ever crossing the Pacific...

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