
CONNECTION COMMANDO
We turn our connections into yours.
Connection Commando division specializes in penetrating deep into foreign markets to assist in realizing cross-border Business Matchings, Business Delegations, and establishment of Memoranda of Understanding.


roundtable on trade & investment opportunities between kosovo and singapore
WITH THE EXCEPTIONAL PARTICIPATION OF THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOSOVO
H.E. DR. VJOSA OSMANI SADRIU
On the 7th of November 2023, Simple Group orchestrated this notable event at the Trade Association Hub in Jurong Town Hall, Singapore, with the aim of bringing together key stakeholders from Kosovo and Singapore. The primary objective was to delve into potential trade and investment opportunities, fostering stronger economic ties between the two nations. By creating a platform for participants to engage in meaningful discussions and collaborations, this event was the start of deepened economic connections between Kosovo and Singapore.
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Business matching refers to the process of identifying and connecting businesses that may be interested in collaborating or forming a partnership.
At Simple Group, we enable investors to identify mutually beneficial opportunities for collaboration that can help businesses grow and succeed. This is especially important for small businesses or those in emerging markets, as it can help them access new markets and resources that they might not otherwise have access to.

BUSINESS MATCHING

Our
unique methodology
Define Business Goals
Every effective business matching process starts with clearly defined goals and needs! This will allow us to identify potential partners that are a good fit for your business.
Identify Potential Partners
We conduct extensive research and thoroughly assess potential factors to ensure our partners align with your business goals and needs.
Connect & Negotiate
Exchange information about your business, discuss potential collaborations and negotiate terms & conditions to ensure a mutually beneficial partnership,
conceptualising business matching
Business matching is a powerful tool for entrepreneurs looking to build meaningful collaborations and grow their businesses sustainably. The practice is becoming more popular in an increasingly borderless world where businesses must expand into new markets and territories to stay competitive. By aligning business ideas, concepts, and models with the values, culture, and economic climate of a given market, businesses can improve their competitiveness and leverage their strengths and resources to gain a competitive edge in their industry.
As expounded by the International Trade Centre (ITC) in "Business Matchmaking: A Platform for Global Trade", it is an essential tool for identifying potential partners and collaborators that share similar goals and objectives. By connecting with other businesses and entrepreneurs, companies can leverage their strengths and resources to gain a competitive edge in their industry ie. Learning from each other and sharing of best practices. This collaboration helps to build a community of like-minded individuals who can provide valuable insights and support for each other's businesses.

Collaboration between businesses can bring about great benefits, especially for online businesses that collaborate with Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that offer unique and high-quality local products. In today's digital age, this presents an opportunity for fruitful business matching collaborations. One of the main advantages of this collaboration is that MSMEs can expand their reach to a wider market, ultimately leading to increased competitiveness in the market. (Syafei Ibrahim, 2021)
Overall, the importance of business matching cannot be overstated. It is an essential tool for businesses looking to improve their competitiveness and connect with other entrepreneurs in their industry. By facilitating the sharing of ideas and resources, business matching helps to drive innovation and growth, leading to a more sustainable and prosperous business community.
The Strategic Role of Business Matching
Business matching is a strategy to achieve sustainable competitiveness.
There are 3 reasons formulated as to why business matching is critical; (Kurniadi, 2021)

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To expand the business network (networking). There are quite a number of domestic entrepreneurs who have difficulty getting the opportunity to expand their business due to limited acquaintances and experience.
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To streamline time and costs. At trade shows (expo) business actors are able to save time and money in establishing business partnerships. Business actors can visit potential partners from various foreign business models, countries, and industries in just a few hours and without spending so much money. So far, the obstacle for business actors is the lack of information due to the wide scope of business globally.
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To increase knowledge about business and trade trends that exist in the world globally. Because all business actors who are at the business matching exhibition (expo) display their products with various kinds of innovations and creative new ideas. So this is an opportunity for other business actors to innovate through business matching as a comparative means.
Overseas Expansion and the need for Business Matching
It is a challenge for companies to find the right partners in unfamiliar markets. Small to mid-sized enterprises often lack the resources, connections, and local knowledge needed to navigate new territories effectively. That's where a need for business matchmaking professionals arises.
At the heart of our work is the ability to make the right connections between businesses that share similar goals and complementary strengths. We leverage our extensive in-market networks and connections to bring together companies that can create mutually beneficial partnerships. From identifying potential partners to organizing networking events and facilitating meetings, we provide end-to-end support that streamlines the process and maximizes the chances of success.
Furthermore, an effective business matchmaker understands that every partnership is unique and requires ongoing support to flourish. Whether it's providing market research, strategic advice, or regulatory support, this are all crucial for clients to support them in achieving their goals and navigate the complexities of doing business in new markets.
Ultimately, the success of business matchmakers is highly dependent on the ability to understand clients' specific needs and objectives. A heavy investment in market research and business consultancy services, providing empirical, data-driven evidence is required to help clients make informed decisions and mitigate risks. This creates partnerships that are built to last and deliver long-term value for everyone involved.
Our Refined Approach Towards Business Matching
Our methodology is corroborated by Moghaddam and Nof (2017) in their book Best Matching Theory & Applications, where the concept of matching is defined as a fundamental process that occurs naturally in any system where there is interaction.
As such, finding the best match is crucial for survival, whether in natural or artificial systems. Business matching is a business collaboration with other businesses, including collaboration between suppliers, distributors, retailers, and customers. Through this collaboration, a business can establish linkages and dependencies with one another in the context of business development and have sustainable competitiveness. The stages of business matching can be described in a graphic scheme which include:

The business matching procedure (Kurniadi, 2021)
The scheme above is a procedure that explains the stages of business matching activities. As such, our methodology for business matching is built upon a comprehensive understanding of the key factors that drive successful collaborations between businesses. Drawing from the latest research in the field, we have developed a methodology that combines best practices with a deep understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities present in different markets and industries.
To support our methodology, we draw upon a range of literature sources from leading organizations such as the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), and the International Trade Centre (ITC). Through this approach, we ensure that our methodology is grounded in the latest research and best practices in the field of business matching.
The breakdown of our methodology:
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Understand Client’s Profile and Business Model
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Presentation on the industry outlook
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List of go-to market strategy for the company
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Company profile write up and translation
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Understanding a client's profile and business model is critical in business matching. By having a clear understanding of a client's industry outlook, we can better assess their needs and identify potential matches. This approach can help to improve the likelihood of successful business collaborations that lead to long-term partnerships.
Academic research also supports the importance of understanding a client's profile and business model in business matching. For example, a study by Ilke Kardes, Gokhan Ozertan, and Aslihan D. Spaulding found that business matchmaking can lead to increased exports and greater economic benefits, but only if the process is tailored to the specific needs and characteristics of the businesses involved.
Therefore, it is important to understand a client's profile and business model before embarking on business matching activities. This includes conducting a thorough analysis of the client's industry outlook, competitive landscape, and key success factors. By doing so, we can better identify potential partners that align with the client's goals and values, through matching or adjusting ideas, concepts, vision, and mission, as well as business models according to values, culture and economic climate.
2. Understanding from the client the go-to-market strategy
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Report on industry
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Shortlisting of go-to-market strategy for the company
Understanding a client's go-to-market strategy is crucial in business matching. It allows us to identify potential partners who can complement the client's strengths and help to achieve their business goals. By aligning the client's go-to-market strategy with their partners, we can increase the likelihood of successful collaborations and long-term partnerships.
According to a report by PwC, companies that adopt a collaborative approach to business can gain a competitive edge in the marketplace, achieve greater innovation, and accelerate growth. This is because partnerships allow businesses to access new markets, customer segments, and expertise, and to leverage resources and strengths.
In addition to industry reports, academic research also supports the importance of go-to-market strategy in business matching. For example, a study by Raji Srinivasan, Kalyan Raman, and Richard P. Bagozzi found that a firm's market orientation affects its likelihood of successful collaboration. Therefore, understanding a client's go-to-market strategy is critical in identifying partners that share similar goals and values.
Furthermore, the Harvard Business Review notes that successful partnerships require shared vision and values, as well as complementary strengths and resources. By understanding a client's go-to-market strategy, we can identify partners that align with the client's vision and values, and that can contribute to long-term success.
By shortlisting and aligning a strategy with potential partners, we can improve the likelihood of successful collaborations and long-term partnerships.
3. Crystalise qualifying criteria of potential business partners (Leads)
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List of qualifying criteria and profile types for potential business partners
We require a clear understanding of the qualifying criteria and profile types of potential business partners when it comes to business matching. This will ensure that the leads generated are of high quality and aligned with the client's business goals and objectives. With key decision-makers of the client’s organization, we will devise a criterion (a short list of not more than 7) to arrive at a decision of traits required in a potential partner. Thereafter, we will also assign weights to each precedent to determine the exigency of each criterion.
Qualifying criteria may include factors such as the size of the business, industry expertise, geographical location, and financial stability, reputation of product or service provider among others. By identifying these criteria, we can ensure that we are targeting businesses that are a good fit for the client and have the potential to form a long-term and mutually beneficial partnership.
It's also important to consider the different types of profiles that potential business partners may have. For example, there may be companies that are looking to expand their customer base, while others may be seeking to enter new markets or diversify their product offerings. By understanding these profiles, we can tailor our approach to the specific needs and goals of each client in finding a potential partner.
4. Generate a list of potential business partners based on selection criteria
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List of leads generated through Simple Group’s database, network partners and third-party database
Generating a list of leads based on selection criteria is an important step in the business matching process. We utilize our extensive database, network partners, and third-party databases to generate a comprehensive list of potential business partners for our clients. By doing so, we ensure that our clients have access to a diverse range of opportunities that align with their specific criteria.
According to a study by McKinsey & Company, businesses that effectively identify and engage with their ideal customers or partners experience higher revenue growth rates compared to those that do not. Furthermore, a report by Accenture states that utilizing data-driven strategies for lead generation results in a higher conversion rate of leads into actual business deals.
Our process involves collecting and analyzing data on potential partners to ensure that they meet our clients' specific criteria. This includes factors such as industry, company size, location, and revenue, among others. We understand that the business matching process can be time-consuming and challenging, which is why we leverage our expertise and resources to make it as seamless as possible.
5. Qualify leads
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List of qualified leads after going through due diligence
Qualifying leads is a crucial step in business matching as it helps to ensure that the identified potential partners meet the required standards for a successful collaboration. Going through due diligence involves conducting a thorough investigation of the leads to verify their qualifications, reliability, reputation, financial standing, and overall suitability for the proposed partnership.
By doing this, it ensures that the client's time and resources are focused on high-quality leads that have a higher probability of successful collaboration. This also helps to mitigate any potential risks or negative impacts that may arise from partnering with unsuitable businesses or individuals.
There are several benefits of qualifying leads in business matching. According to a study by the University of Minnesota, lead qualification helps to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of partnerships, resulting in higher conversion rates and increased revenue. Additionally, qualifying leads also helps to build trust and confidence between potential partners, which is crucial for building a strong and successful partnership.
Hence, this ensures that the identified potential partners are suitable and have a higher probability of a successful collaboration.
6. Finalise leads
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List of finalised leads
The finalised leads are the outcome of the rigorous selection criteria, due diligence and negotiation with potential partners to ensure that the partnership will stand to be mutually beneficial. Due diligence here is done through an established and reliable process in which we perform quantitative and qualitative analysis on each partner, such as cost of implementation. projected return on investmenst, ease of implementation, duration of implementation, impact on staff morale etc.
This also saves time and resources that would have otherwise been spent on unfruitful negotiations or partnerships that are not aligned with the client's goals and objectives.
7. Schedule and facilitate business matching
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Scheduling and documentation of business meetings between client and business partners
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Outcome and rationale for the suitability of the selected partner
In line with our business matching activities, we schedule and facilitate a face-to-face meeting between two business actors. The investors/agents/larger business actors will improvise more by discussing technical business details that will involve many distribution networks. This is called direct discussion with business partners (suppliers, distributors, customers, etc.) before making a decision at a one-by-one meeting. After the series of models above, the last is the final transaction such as the signing of an MoU or work contract.
There is much emphasis on the importance of communication and transparency throughout the business matching process. By facilitating open and honest discussions between businesses, we help to build trust and foster an environment of collaboration and innovation.
At the heart of our methodology is a commitment to identifying potential partners and collaborators that share similar goals and objectives. Through careful analysis of a business's strengths, weaknesses, and resources, we can pinpoint areas of overlap and create a framework for collaboration that is both sustainable and mutually beneficial.
In summary, a successful methodology for business matching combines a deep understanding of the key factors that drive successful collaborations with a commitment to best practices and ongoing learning. It enables businesses to build sustainable, meaningful partnerships that drive growth and innovation.
Reading Materials:
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Innovations in Smart Cities Applications Volume 4 - An Efficient Collaborative Filtering and Graph Approach for Business-Matching System