Interview with Peter Heather, Co-Founder China Online Solutions

1) Tell me why China is such an exciting market for products and services? For me, it is the size of the country. 1.4 billion people. A product or service with just a small success in China can result in 1,000s of sales. The market goes beyond the borders of China. Chinese people have lived, studied, travelled and worked outside China for centuries. A in these markets can lead to success in China. China's success over the last 50 years is mainly due to worldwide trading. It is so much faster and quicker than anywhere I have seen in the world. A country that needs to trade, with a very large consumer market, is a place businesses should consider. 2) What are the problems brands/companies face trying to become an e-commerce player in this market? Firstly, the protection of their brand trademarks. Regardless of whether you could be trading with Chinese businesses, ensure your trademarks are protected. Secondly, there is a misunderstanding of the prices th...