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Strategic consulting that transforms geographic opportunity into competitive advantage.
Market entry is the strategic work that happens first: figuring out whether a market makes sense for your business, understanding what it takes to operate there legally, identifying who you need to know and mapping the actual path from decision to presence. That’s where Maguire Advisors’ focus is.
Market Viability Assessment
Determine if, when and how to enter your target market.
Too many companies skip this step and learn expensive lessons. Maguire Advisors know that a market that looks promising from a distance can reveal itself as oversaturated, under-regulated or simply indifferent to what you’re selling. We assess whether the opportunity is real before you commit resources.
What you get:
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Market sizing that goes beyond top-line numbers to actual addressable demand for what you sell.
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Competitive landscape mapping that identifies not just who’s there, but how they’re positioned and where gaps exist.
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Regulatory overview covering the legal requirements specific to your industry.
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Risk assessment examining everything from political stability to payment infrastructure.
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Demand analysis showing whether customers in this market actually want what you’re offering, or if you’ll be creating a market from scratch.
Market Entry Strategy Development
Design your roadmap from planning to market presence.
Once you know a market is viable, the next question is how to actually enter it. The options (direct investment, partnerships, acquisitions, gradual build) each carry different costs, timelines and risks. Maguire Advisors help you choose the approach that matches your resources and objectives, then build the implementation.
What you get:
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Entry mode analysis comparing your options (wholly-owned subsidiary, joint venture, strategic partnership, distributor relationships) with honest assessments of what each requires.
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Go-to-market timeline that accounts for regulatory approvals, hiring, infrastructure setup; everything that actually needs to happen.
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Resource requirements covering personnel, capital, and ongoing operational costs.
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Pricing strategy adapted for local market conditions and competitive realities.
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Implementation roadmap breaking the entry into phases with clear milestones.
Regulatory & Compliance Navigation
Understand and meet legal requirements in unfamiliar territories.
Every market has its own regulatory framework, and getting it wrong isn’t just inconvenient, it can mean fines, operational shutdowns or being barred from the market entirely. At Maguire Advisors, we map the legal landscape so you know exactly what compliance looks like before you commit.
What you get:
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Regulatory framework analysis covering the laws and standards that apply to your specific industry and business model.
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Entity structure recommendations explaining which corporate structure (subsidiary, branch, partnership) makes sense legally and financially.
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Licensing and permit requirements with timelines for obtaining them.
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Data and privacy compliance guidance (GDPR in Europe, state-level requirements in the US, sector-specific regulations).
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Tax obligation overview including VAT, withholding taxes, and transfer pricing considerations.
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Identification of local legal counsel who can handle ongoing compliance work.
Partner & Stakeholder Identification
Connect with the right local partners, distributors and strategic allies.
Entering markets alone is possible but often inefficient. The right local partners bring market knowledge, established relationships and credibility you can’t build quickly. The wrong partners waste time and can damage your reputation before you’ve established one. We help you find and evaluate the former while avoiding the latter.
What you get:
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Partner landscape analysis identifying types of partners that make sense for your entry strategy (distributors, resellers, system integrators, joint venture candidates).
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Profile development defining what “right fit” means for your business.
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Shortlist creation through research, vetting, and preliminary conversations.
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Introduction facilitation connecting you with qualified candidates.
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Partnership evaluation frameworks helping you assess cultural fit, financial stability, market reach, and strategic alignment.
Competitive Intelligence & Positioning
Understand who you're up against and where you can win.
You’re not entering empty markets. Understanding the competitive landscape in who’s established, what they offer, how they’re positioned and where they’re vulnerable shapes everything from your pricing to your messaging. Maguire Advisors analyze the competition so you can position strategically rather than react defensively.
What you get:
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Competitor analysis examining key players, their market share, strengths, and weaknesses.
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Positioning strategy identifying where you can differentiate and compete effectively.
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Pricing benchmarking showing what the market pays and what margins look like.
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Market entry timing assessment determining whether being first matters or if fast-follower makes more sense.
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Go-to-market positioning recommendations for how to introduce your offering.
Ready to explore your expansion options?
Maguire Advisors works with companies at various stages. From initial market exploration to execution support for decided strategies. The first conversation is always exploratory: understanding your objectives, discussing your target markets and determining if we’re the right fit for your needs.