India Retail Consulting

YCP Auctus is India's leading retail consulting firm, helping clients thrive in the competitive retail sector. Utilizing decades of experience and a hands-on support approach, we provide a wide range of expert services tailored for success.

India Retail Consulting

YCP Auctus Retail Experts in India

Retail experts in India

India, aside from its cultural richness, is also a rapidly blossoming hub for business and technological advancements. The retail sector, in particular, is a hotspot of opportunities, marking it as a lucrative market to enter and thrive.

YCP Auctus deeply understands the intricacies of India's retail sector. As the premier retail consulting firm here, we specialize in helping clients navigate, enter, and solve intricate business problems with hands-on support, ensuring your success.

Partner with YCP Auctus for every retail landscape need you might have in India. Our expertise and insights will propel your business to new heights, effectively addressing challenges and seizing opportunities in this dynamic market.

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Unlocking Potential: Your Path to Excellence with India's Retail Professionals

The retail landscape is a fast-growing industry currently across the world, including in India. In recent years, the Indian retail market has shown immense growth driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological innovations.

India's retail sector is flourishing due to increased disposable incomes, urbanization, and massive digital transformation. The opportunities are immense, driving both local and international players to capture a share of the market.

To stay ahead in this competitive field, YCP Auctus stands as a leading consulting firm with proven expertise. Partner with us, and leverage our in-depth insights and strategies to secure a winning position in the Indian retail market.

Our Services

Marketing & Sales

Drive your retail success in India with expert strategies. Leverage comprehensive insights to boost sales and maximize market presence effectively.

  • Branding & Brand Management
  • Product & Portfolio Management
  • Pricing
  • Digital Marketing
  • E-commerce
  • Customer Experience
  • Sales Channel Strategy
  • Digital Sales

Operations

Command retail growth in India through strategic insight and operational excellence from industry experts devoted to your success.

  • Project Management Office (PMO)
  • Growth Strategy Implementation
  • Operation Transformation
  • Manufacturing
  • Organization Design

Supply Chain Management

Optimize your retail operations across India with comprehensive supply chain solutions, enhancing efficiency and boosting profitability.

  • Supply Chain
  • Digital Supply Chain
  • Procurement
  • Logistics

M&A, Transactions, and PMI

Leverage expert guidance for seamless M&A, successful transactions, and impactful post-merger integration in India's retail sector.

  • M&A Strategy
  • Divesstiture/Curb-out Strategy
  • M&A Target Scouting
  • Buyer/Investor Search
  • Commercial Due Diligence
  • M&A Execution (Buy-side & Sell-side Financial Advisory)
  • Valuation
  • Post-Merger Integration (PMI)
  • Value Creation
  • IPO PMO
  • Joint Venture
  • Corporate Venture Capital

Strategy

Expert in strategic retail consulting, helping clients in India optimize operations, enhance customer experience, and drive growth.

  • Business Strategy
  • Corporate Finance
  • Growth Opportunity Identification
  • New Business Development
  • Organization Strategy
  • Enterprise Risk Management
  • Asset/Project Risk Management
  • Digital Strategy
  • Strategic Partnership & Channel Strategy

Digital Transformation

Transforming retail in India through cutting-edge digital strategies, ensuring your business stays ahead in a dynamic market.

  • DX Vision
  • Digital Roadmap
  • CIO/CDO Support
  • System Architecture Design
  • DX PMO
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
  • Big Data Analysis
  • IT Organization Design & Restructuring
  • IT Portfolio Management
  • Off-shore Development Centre Set-up

Public Services

Transform your retail business in India with expert insights and strategic solutions designed to drive growth and enhance customer experience.

  • Economic Development
  • Public Policy Development
  • E-Governance

Sustainability

Transform your retail success with our sustainability expertise, driving growth and efficiency in India's ever-evolving market.

  • Sustainability Strategy & Implementation
  • Double Materiality
  • Decarbonization & Net-Zero Strategy
  • Climate Change Risks and Opportunities
  • Sustainability Due Diligence
  • Supply Chain Assessment
  • ESG Reporting
  • Investor Relations & Fundraising
  • Organization & Governance Design

Market Research

Pioneers in market research, we deliver actionable insights for India's dynamic retail landscape, driving strategic growth and success.

  • Market Landscape
  • Market Size
  • Industry Structure and Trend
  • Competitive Benchmark
  • Business Partner Search & Screening
  • B2B/B2C Customer Survey
  • B2B Customer Survey
  • Consumer Research

Navigating Retail Sector in India

E-commerce Boom Amplifies Competition Pressure

  • The retail sector in India is growing rapidly, driven by a 20% annual growth rate in e-commerce market, which outpaces traditional retail and intensifies competitive pressures.
  • To thrive in this ecosystem, companies should leverage omni-channel strategies, integrating physical retail with digital platforms to combat rising competitive pressures.

Regulatory Hurdles in Retail Operations

  • Retail businesses face regulatory challenges like FDI constraints and complex tax regulations, with nearly 42% of firms citing these as impediments to growth.
  • Adopting a vigilant approach towards compliance, engaging in dialogue with regulatory bodies, and optimizing internal processes is crucial to navigate these obstacles efficiently.

Rapid Urbanization and Expanding Middle Class

  • With urban population projected to grow to 600 million by 2030 and middle-class households expected to reach 580 million, significant consumer base expansion in urban areas heralds greater opportunities in retail.
  • Focusing on urban-centric growth strategies and personalized marketing can capture the spending power of a rapidly expanding middle-class market, driving substantial retail sector success.

Technological Advancements and Innovations

  • Technology integration in retail is reshaping the market, with AI projected to increase sales productivity by up to 30% and IoT driving superior inventory management.
  • Investing in artificial intelligence and internet of things technologies can enhance customer experience and operational efficiency, positioning businesses ahead of market trends.

Our Clients

We have worked with more than 2000 companies throughout various industries.

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What Our Clients Say About Us

"I am very satisfied with YCP Solidiance's work on competitors benchmarking analysis project in the Automotive Glass industry. The team fully understood the project background and objectives, and their output surely met our expectations. Although there were some challenges in collecting detailed information given this is a highly specialized industry, their analytical framework and logical approach made this project a great success. I also found the discussion with their local consultants very valuable. This gave me lots of useful insights to pursue the project. I would like to work with YCP Solidiance on my next project."

Asahi Glass Group

Senior Sales & Marketing Center Manager Automotive Glass Division

Asahi Glass Group

"YCP Solidiance’s vast network and enormous experience in India, benefited us in identifying some of the competent Institutes, which were not on our radar before. Being a huge country, it is not easy to locate such Institutes that may not be popular or generally well known but that may have specific competencies useful for our applications. YCP Solidiance truly served as a partner to link us with new academia in India, which has great potential for collaboration. I personally appreciate the dedication and professionalism of Solidiance's entire team, & particularly would like to thank Heiko for his excellent project management & valuable inputs. Thank you for the cooperation and we hope to continue the partnership we have built up so far."

Essilor

Asia Partnerships Manager - ITC Asia

Essilor

Results Through Expertise: Case Studies

Learn how we help clients build and implement strategies
that drive sustainable growth in today’s complex business landscape.

M&A Target Analysis and Engagement Strategy Development in Japan

Client

A global leader in apparel manufacturing based in India

Area

Japan

Expertise Scope

M&A Target Analysis, Communication Planning, Engagement Facilitation

Project Summary

Our team conducted analysis and validation on the M&A target company list specified by the client, wherein we assisted in initiating conversations with up to 10 target companies. Our approach included understanding the client's M&A strategy, developing communication plans for engagement with target companies, performing in-depth analysis and validation of the target list, and approaching these companies using appropriate methods.

Revenue Acceleration and Business Growth for a Branded Apparel Client

Client

A branded apparel company

Area

India, United States

Expertise Scope

Business Support, Industry Analysis, Leadership Presentation Preparation

Project Summary

We focused on project and business management, excluding technical aspects, in the branded apparel industry. Our team developed an in-depth understanding of the client's operating model and provided support in technological interventions. We assisted in project management and presentations, enabling client leadership to gain valuable industry insights. Additionally, we provided ongoing support to align the client’s objectives with evolving market trends and operational demands within the apparel industry.

YCP in Media

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YCP Solidiance's Managing Partner Damien Duhamel talks on BBC on the Indonesian mining industry.

YCP Solidiance's Managing Partner Damien Duhamel talks on BBC on the Indonesian mining industry.

YCP Solidiance’s Partner Gervasius Samosir speaks to CNBC about the economy outlook after Indonesia’s presidential election.

YCP Solidiance’s Partner Gervasius Samosir speaks to CNBC about the economy outlook after Indonesia’s presidential election.

Tagged as Asia’s Game Changer, YCP Holdings wins the Management Consulting award in SBR National Business Awards.

Tagged as Asia’s Game Changer, YCP Holdings wins the Management Consulting award in SBR National Business Awards.

Publications

Food Resilience through Sustainable Hydroponic Agribusiness in the Philippines
Charging Towards Digital Dominance_ Challenges for India's Auto Components Sector And How to Overcome Them
The Future of Technology in Social Infrastructure
Telehealth_ A Case for An Integrated Care Approach Beyond COVID-19

Meet Our Experts

Establish industry dominance with our experts and partners

Yuki Ishida

Yuki Ishida

Managing Partner

Nationality: Japanese

Country Coverage:

Japan, Hong Kong, Singapore, USA, China, Thailand

Past Experience:

Goldman Sachs

Pilar Dieter

Pilar Dieter

Managing Partner

Nationality: American

Country Coverage:

China, Japan, Korea, India, Malaysia, Singapore, USA

Past Experience:

Alaris Consulting

Manish Chheda

Manish Chheda

Managing Partner

Nationality: Indian

Country Coverage:

India, Turkey, UK

Past Experience:

Strategic Decision Group, Auctus Advisors

Abhisek Mukherjee

Abhisek Mukherjee

Partner

Nationality: Indian

Country Coverage:

India, Spain, Austria, Germany, US, Japan

Past Experience:

SDG, Accenture Strategy

laurent fihey

Laurent Fihey

Partner

Nationality: French

Country Coverage:

Europe (most countries), Greater China, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, USA, Canada, Mexico

Past Experience:

Arthur Andersen, Advancy

naoki arai

Naoki Arai

Managing Partner

Nationality: Japanese

Country Coverage:

Japan, China

Past Experience:

Japan Research Institute

puneet kaushik

Puneet Kaushik

Partner

Nationality: Indian

Country Coverage:

India, USA, Canada, Singapore, Indonesia, France, Belgium, UK, Japan, Germany

Past Experience:

Deutsche, Capco

saurabh mehta

Saurabh Mehta

Partner

Nationality: Indian

Country Coverage:

USA, India, Middle East, SE Asia

Past Experience:

Ivalua, Avon

Talk to Our Retail Experts

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