An action plan, the sentinel mode

No study replaces the field. The only real way to gather practical information about a market is to test it on the ground.

1.4Bn
target consumers
10+
years of China expertise
FR · CN
bicultural team
Conference room — strategic scoping environment
Sentinel mode 3 phases · China
Our approach

An approach geared towards results

Each phase prepares the next. We take the risks together and progress through steps validated with you.

  1. I

    Prospecting phase

    Identifying players and analysing the market.

    Mapping the key stakeholders, reading sector conditions, forming first entry hypotheses and calibrating the project against local realities.

  2. II

    Setup phase

    Launching action plans and responding to calls for tender.

    Operational rollout of the decisions made during prospecting: introductions to the right partners, structuring of agreements, response to identified opportunities.

  3. III

    Development phase

    Refining and optimising the actions taken for lasting market access.

    Continuous presence, field follow-up, action adjustments, consolidation of commercial relationships — to turn a successful entry into a lasting presence.

Other services

Complementary activities for the project's success.

Four operational disciplines that can be mobilised alongside the sentinel mode, depending on the project's needs.

  • Translation & interpreting

    Human support with certified documents where needed.

  • Setup & structuring

    A fine understanding of local specifics for a sound, lasting setup.

  • Intercultural management

    Over 10 years of experience supporting companies.

Business model

Equity stakes + success commission.

Rather than a firm billing by the hour, Double-Link shares the risk with its clients: we commit our resources and our network, and we are paid on the success of the entry into the Chinese market.

This structure aligns our interests — we only succeed if your project succeeds.

Get in touch

Prepare your entry into the Chinese market.

A first conversation helps clarify the first realistic steps.