Project management with China

We specialize not only in market access for life sciences (including medical devices) but also in all sector (consumer goods) and guide global companies through regulatory, quality, and business collaboration projects between Europe/US and China. Drawing from our extensive experience, we share these 10 indispensable commandments to ensure your China projects thrive despite cultural, policy, and operational complexities.

1. Prioritize Structured Communication

Language barriers (even in English) and reserved Chinese communication styles create misunderstandings. Assign a dedicated bilingual project lead and implement a clear communication matrix to define responsibilities.

2. Embrace Face-to-Face Engagement

Endless email chains resolve little. Video calls (e.g., Teams/Zoom) cut resolution time by 90%. In our workshops, we train teams to solve complex issues through direct dialogue, preventing assumptions from derailing progress.

3. Enforce Regular Milestone Reviews

Move beyond kick-off meetings. Weekly reviews with transparent KPIs ensure alignment, timely risk escalation, and proactive problem-solving across time zones.

4. Document & Trace Every Critical Action

Western and Chinese teams interpret priorities differently. Detailed meeting minutes and action trackers are non-negotiable. Consolidate tasks by urgency and measure progress rigorously.

5. Cultivate "Middle-Ground" Decision-Making

Western critical thinking vs. Chinese "learn-by-doing" succinctness can clash. Balance authority between parties and seek consensus when opinions diverge to avoid dominance by either side.

6. Solve Problems First, Perfect Processes afterwards

Complex projects face bureaucratic delays. Focus on compliance deadlines first—optimize processes post-launch when feasible.

7. Assign a Follow-Up Coordinator

Multi-departmental projects fragment quickly. Designate a single point of contact to track sub-projects, dispatch deliverables, and maintain momentum.

8. Respect Cultural Nuances

Complaining about differences is counterproductive. Invest in annual team-building (onsite in China or locally) to foster mutual respect—a cornerstone of international success.

9. Anticipate Change Proactively

Policy shifts and market adjustments are inevitable. Integrate change assessments into your workflow to pivot without sacrificing core project goals.

10. Capture Lessons for Future Success

Every project offers replicable insights. Close with a detailed "lessons learned" report—your blueprint for smoother future collaborations.

Why Partner With Us?

We transform China projects from challenges into scalable success stories. Beyond life sciences, our methodology ensures efficient market entry, compliance, and sustained growth across sectors.