Services

Practical support for building your business in Japan.

You may be assessing an opportunity, building a partner network, strengthening an existing business or putting local operations in place. We agree the priorities, define the work and bring together the right expertise.

How delivery works

Direct expertise. Specialist delivery. One agreed plan.

Some work is led and delivered directly by SxS. Other services are delivered through designated specialist providers, or through a combination of both. We agree the scope, responsibilities, communication and reporting before the work begins.

  • SxS-led

    Strategy, partner and commercial development, leadership and coaching, led by SxS.

  • Specialist provider

    Specialist work such as administration, technical localization and technical support, delivered by designated providers.

  • SxS + specialist provider

    Work that combines SxS involvement with specialist delivery, agreed for each engagement.

Questions

Frequently asked questions.

Do you only help companies starting in Japan?

No. We support companies assessing Japan, building an initial business or improving an established operation, partner network or team.

Do you deliver everything yourselves?

Some services are delivered directly by SxS. Others use designated specialist providers or a mix of both. We agree the delivery approach and responsibilities for each engagement.

Can we use just one service?

Yes. We can shape an engagement around a specific priority or combine several services where the work is connected.

Can you work with our existing team or providers?

Yes. We can work alongside your team and coordinate with existing partners and providers within the agreed scope.

What does fractional leadership mean?

An experienced leader works with your team on an agreed part-time or project basis, with defined responsibilities and a regular review routine. This can include interim country-management cover, performance review, recovery or a leadership transition.

Can you step in while we replace a country manager?

Yes. We can provide interim country-management cover, assess the business, clarify priorities and maintain continuity while designated recruiting providers support the search. We also prepare the handover to the incoming leader.

What if the business should be reduced or closed?

We can assess the options, recommend a practical course and lead the agreed scale-back or exit. The work includes protecting customer service, managing partner transitions and coordinating the relevant specialists within an agreed mandate.

How do we start?

Tell us about your business, current position and priorities. We will discuss the work needed and agree an appropriate scope and delivery approach.

Your next step

What would move your Japan business forward?

Tell us where you are today, what you want to accomplish and where you need support. We will discuss a practical next step and the right delivery approach.

Discuss your Japan priorities