Building Effective Business
Models in Emerging
Markets
TCI Asia Competitiveness Forum
April 26 and 27, 2012
New Delhi, India
Why are Emerging Markets Important?
•Emerging markets have enjoyed exponential growth. In 1990 they represented 21% of
global GDP, by 2008 this had grown to 34% and by 2010 to 38%.
•Emerging markets have continued to grow even in economic downturns.
Davies, G. (2011). Emerging vs. developing countries GDP
growth rates 1986-2015. Financial Times
Emerging from the Mist: The Rise of Emerging Markets
•By 2015, Emerging markets will account for 50% of the world’s GDP
•In 2008 the economies of the six largest emerging markets were larger than the G-7
economies combined with the exception of the United States.
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Will Emerging Markets Overheat?
• For economies growing at 6.5 to 7
percent, their margins of excess
capacity have been largely used
up, which could cause contraction.
• Inflation and heavy inflows from
investment are beginning to bog
down emerging markets.
• Higher prices but lags in wage
growth have caused
destabilization and unrest in some
emerging markets.
• Danger exists for these economies
to “slam on the breaks.”
However, it is likely that emerging
markets can provide substantial
opportunities for
companies/investors in the
foreseeable future.
What should companies understand?
•Don’t just focus on what customer’s need, focus on what they want.
•New entrants and small enterprises will likely find it easier to develop
market oriented solutions in lower end emerging markets than will large
corporations.
•Corporates will likely do better in mega-markets such as BRIC (Brazil,
Russia, India, and China).
•Domestic enterprises can be formidable competition because they
understand the market and may have more vertical and lateral flexibility to
maneuver.
•There must be a demarcation in the term “affordability” versus the terms
“cheap” or “inexpensive”.
•A key to success in emerging markets is the development of a business
model that allows a company to reach formerly unreachable customers.
What should companies understand?
•Recruitment of talent is a key aspect in developing an
effective business model, as is exploring collaboration with
local firms, suppliers, and transport companies.
•Integrating the four elements of strategy, customer value,
affordability, and access is key to the creation of a effective
business model.
•Market recognizance should be of primary importance to
companies seeking to enter emerging markets.
•Being nimble and “fleet of foot” are key aspects of effective
business model creation.
An overview of business models in emerging markets
• Market Based: Allows companies to determine the end-state they desire for
involvement in emerging markets.
•Volume/Price Based: Offers products and services to customers at prices they
can afford, yet the volume of business makes the scenario viable for the company.
•Tier Based: Provides ranges of products and services to companies based on
their ability to pay.
•Collaboration Based: Allows companies to “piggyback” products and services
through existing supply chains, thus enabling customers to gain access to them at
prices they can afford.
•Innovation Based: Typically used by companies that can add incremental
improvements to a product/service that add relatively small cost but generate high
value.
•Integrated Channels: Allows companies to involve more people in the
production and distribution process, thus creating operation synergy that favorably
impacts revenues and creates space for local partners.
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How can a company determine which approach is right
for them?
The	Canvas	consists	of	9	
building	blocks:
1. Value		Proposition
2. Customer	Segments
3. Channels
4. Customer	
Relationships
5. Revenue	Streams
6. Cost	Structures
7. Key	Activities
8. Key	Resources
9. Key	Partners
The Business Model Canvas
Osterwalder, A. & Pigneur, Y. (2009). Business model generation.
ISBN-978-2-8399-0580-0.
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Business Model Case Study 1: WalMart
• Developed a J/V with
Bharti
• Purchased $125
million annually from
local producers
• Focused on “wants” of
the middle class
• Built workforce
capacity through
development of
training centers
• Opened up other
opportunities such as
establishment of R&D
Center in Bangalore
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Business Model Case Study 2: Nokia in India and
Whirlpool in China
Whirlpool:
• Nascent understanding of
local culture
• Lack of communication
• Unclear relationship with
local partners
• $300 million loss by 2000.
Nokia:
• Captured 51% of the
market by 2010 using a
flexible business model
• Used creative financing
• Opened up mfg
opportunities
• Utilized local distribution
networks
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Business Model Case Study 3: Softwin
• Utilized highly
educated labor
• Started small with
1-2 core products
• Built international
networks
• Continually
assessed the
market for
opportunities
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Business Model Case Study 4: Rubicon
• Created a business
model flexible
enough to create and
take advantage of
opportunities
• Infused innovation
as a core
• Established a
network of small
business suppliers
• Focused on high
quality
• Built strong
international
networks
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Business Model Case Study 5: AGD
• Took advantage of
economies of scale
• Enhanced/improved/de
veloped logistics to
link all parts of the
value chain
• Recalibrated its
values/vision
• Developed brand for
local market
• Transformed its
business model
multiple times
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Business Model Case Study 6: eTranzact
• Understood and
addressed market
demand
• Linked technology
and banking
services
• Overcame cultural
paradigms
• Continually
expanded services
based on demand
What are the takeaways relative to the creation of
effective business models in emerging markets?
•Do not assume. It can be dangerous, strategically unsound, and a
recipe for disaster.
•Find a niche. Don’t try to be everything to everyone. Find an area where
you can compete and focus there.
•Start small and grow from there. Unless you have a large corporate
presence, take a lower risk approach of testing the market with a small
presence and then growing this presence strategically.
•Focus on innovative approaches. Don’t stay with the status quo. Find
ways to infuse innovation into many facet of your business.
•Build alliances with local stakeholders. They know the market and
can assist your company in navigating unfamiliar regulations, customers,
and distribution systems.
Presentation by Marc T McCord

Presentation by Marc T McCord

  • 1.
    Building Effective Business Modelsin Emerging Markets TCI Asia Competitiveness Forum April 26 and 27, 2012 New Delhi, India
  • 2.
    Why are EmergingMarkets Important? •Emerging markets have enjoyed exponential growth. In 1990 they represented 21% of global GDP, by 2008 this had grown to 34% and by 2010 to 38%. •Emerging markets have continued to grow even in economic downturns. Davies, G. (2011). Emerging vs. developing countries GDP growth rates 1986-2015. Financial Times
  • 3.
    Emerging from theMist: The Rise of Emerging Markets •By 2015, Emerging markets will account for 50% of the world’s GDP •In 2008 the economies of the six largest emerging markets were larger than the G-7 economies combined with the exception of the United States.
  • 4.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. Will Emerging Markets Overheat? • For economies growing at 6.5 to 7 percent, their margins of excess capacity have been largely used up, which could cause contraction. • Inflation and heavy inflows from investment are beginning to bog down emerging markets. • Higher prices but lags in wage growth have caused destabilization and unrest in some emerging markets. • Danger exists for these economies to “slam on the breaks.” However, it is likely that emerging markets can provide substantial opportunities for companies/investors in the foreseeable future.
  • 5.
    What should companiesunderstand? •Don’t just focus on what customer’s need, focus on what they want. •New entrants and small enterprises will likely find it easier to develop market oriented solutions in lower end emerging markets than will large corporations. •Corporates will likely do better in mega-markets such as BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, and China). •Domestic enterprises can be formidable competition because they understand the market and may have more vertical and lateral flexibility to maneuver. •There must be a demarcation in the term “affordability” versus the terms “cheap” or “inexpensive”. •A key to success in emerging markets is the development of a business model that allows a company to reach formerly unreachable customers.
  • 6.
    What should companiesunderstand? •Recruitment of talent is a key aspect in developing an effective business model, as is exploring collaboration with local firms, suppliers, and transport companies. •Integrating the four elements of strategy, customer value, affordability, and access is key to the creation of a effective business model. •Market recognizance should be of primary importance to companies seeking to enter emerging markets. •Being nimble and “fleet of foot” are key aspects of effective business model creation.
  • 7.
    An overview ofbusiness models in emerging markets • Market Based: Allows companies to determine the end-state they desire for involvement in emerging markets. •Volume/Price Based: Offers products and services to customers at prices they can afford, yet the volume of business makes the scenario viable for the company. •Tier Based: Provides ranges of products and services to companies based on their ability to pay. •Collaboration Based: Allows companies to “piggyback” products and services through existing supply chains, thus enabling customers to gain access to them at prices they can afford. •Innovation Based: Typically used by companies that can add incremental improvements to a product/service that add relatively small cost but generate high value. •Integrated Channels: Allows companies to involve more people in the production and distribution process, thus creating operation synergy that favorably impacts revenues and creates space for local partners.
  • 8.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. How can a company determine which approach is right for them? The Canvas consists of 9 building blocks: 1. Value Proposition 2. Customer Segments 3. Channels 4. Customer Relationships 5. Revenue Streams 6. Cost Structures 7. Key Activities 8. Key Resources 9. Key Partners The Business Model Canvas Osterwalder, A. & Pigneur, Y. (2009). Business model generation. ISBN-978-2-8399-0580-0.
  • 9.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. Business Model Case Study 1: WalMart • Developed a J/V with Bharti • Purchased $125 million annually from local producers • Focused on “wants” of the middle class • Built workforce capacity through development of training centers • Opened up other opportunities such as establishment of R&D Center in Bangalore
  • 10.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. Business Model Case Study 2: Nokia in India and Whirlpool in China Whirlpool: • Nascent understanding of local culture • Lack of communication • Unclear relationship with local partners • $300 million loss by 2000. Nokia: • Captured 51% of the market by 2010 using a flexible business model • Used creative financing • Opened up mfg opportunities • Utilized local distribution networks
  • 11.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. Business Model Case Study 3: Softwin • Utilized highly educated labor • Started small with 1-2 core products • Built international networks • Continually assessed the market for opportunities
  • 12.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. Business Model Case Study 4: Rubicon • Created a business model flexible enough to create and take advantage of opportunities • Infused innovation as a core • Established a network of small business suppliers • Focused on high quality • Built strong international networks
  • 13.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. Business Model Case Study 5: AGD • Took advantage of economies of scale • Enhanced/improved/de veloped logistics to link all parts of the value chain • Recalibrated its values/vision • Developed brand for local market • Transformed its business model multiple times
  • 14.
    Copyright © 2012Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved. Business Model Case Study 6: eTranzact • Understood and addressed market demand • Linked technology and banking services • Overcame cultural paradigms • Continually expanded services based on demand
  • 15.
    What are thetakeaways relative to the creation of effective business models in emerging markets? •Do not assume. It can be dangerous, strategically unsound, and a recipe for disaster. •Find a niche. Don’t try to be everything to everyone. Find an area where you can compete and focus there. •Start small and grow from there. Unless you have a large corporate presence, take a lower risk approach of testing the market with a small presence and then growing this presence strategically. •Focus on innovative approaches. Don’t stay with the status quo. Find ways to infuse innovation into many facet of your business. •Build alliances with local stakeholders. They know the market and can assist your company in navigating unfamiliar regulations, customers, and distribution systems.