Driving a successful ERP program with a balanced focus on internal development and system implementation
29 August 2025 — ERP implementation programs often struggle to meet their promised business value. To succeed, an ERP initiative must be approached as a holistic business transformation, ensuring the organization is ready to fully utilize the new system.
Foreign capital as a means for globalization of Korean SMEs
3 April 2025 — South Korea is facing economic challenges from declining population and saturated domestic markets. Globalizing SMEs is becoming increasingly vital, and strategically leveraging foreign capital offers a viable pathway. To attract investors and succeed globally, SMEs must pursue outreach efforts, carry out pre-deal turnarounds, and implement risk mitigation.
Vertical integration at sea: MSC’s port acquisition attempt triggers competition concerns
6 June 2025 — CK Hutchison’s decision to sell a majority stake in its global ports business to MSC has raised widespread concerns across the shipping and logistics industry. The deal, which would significantly expand MSC’s port presence worldwide, could disrupt competitive balance and tighten control over global trade routes.
Navigating Arctic ambitions: Opportunities and risks for Finland’s icebreaker industry
12 August 2025 — The Arctic region has emerged as a strategic focal point due to its vast economic potential and intensifying geopolitical competition. Finland is well-positioned to seize significant opportunities by strategically navigating complex opportunities and risks.
The SME leader’s playbook for practical AI applications
7 January 2026 — Artificial intelligence (AI) adoption for SMEs is moving beyond experimentation toward structured and scalable capabilities. The question is no longer whether to adopt AI, but how to make it deliver practical results. The article is available in English and Korean.
Unlocking opportunities and overcoming challenges for SMEs expanding to the UAE market
18 November 2024 — UAE’s economic diversification is opening opportunities for SMEs, backed by a favorable business environment. This article explores key sectors, considerations, and challenges. Explore what it takes to succeed in this dynamic market.
How Korean semiconductor firms can navigate uncertainty amid U.S. tariff bombshells
28 November 2025 — In an interview with Aju Business, Per Stenius, Client Direcor at Reddal, discussed how Korean firms should adopt scenario analysis to prepare for multiple futures, amid fierce competition with suppliers from other countries.
Your supply chain can benefit from a practical implementation of the "China Plus One" strategy
12 November 2024 — Due to EU-China tit-for-tat tariffs and Trump's second term, companies seek supply chain alternatives. However, many doubt viability, worry about repercussions and struggle to achieve cost-saving. Pragmatic analysis and risk mitigations with a dynamic roadmap can maximize value capture.