Drawing the APAC Manufacturing Blueprint

A leading Argentine construction and real estate development firm sought to expand its prefabricated housing division into Vietnam's burgeoning market. The company, recognizing the complexities of entering Southeast Asia, engaged Lumos Advisors to navigate the intricate regulatory landscape and cultural nuances of the region.

Lumos Advisors began by conducting a comprehensive analysis of Vietnam’s construction sector regulations, identifying potential bottlenecks and opportunities. This thorough examination allowed the team to develop a tailored strategy for regulatory compliance, significantly reducing the time typically required for market entry. Concurrently, Lumos’s cultural integration experts worked closely with the client’s leadership team, implementing a 142-point cultural assessment framework to ensure seamless alignment with local business practices and workforce dynamics.


One of the key challenges faced was optimizing the supply chain for materials sourcing in a new and unfamiliar market. Lumos Advisors leveraged its extensive network in the region to identify and vet potential suppliers, negotiating favorable terms that balanced quality, cost, and reliability. This proactive approach not only streamlined the client’s operations but also contributed to significant cost savings.


The results of Lumos’s intervention were remarkable. The client successfully established a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility near Ho Chi Minh City, achieving full operational readiness in just 115 days – a feat that typically takes 6-12 months in the industry. This accelerated timeline allowed the company to capitalize on emerging opportunities in Vietnam’s urban development sector swiftly.


Within the first year of operations, the client secured contracts for several large-scale housing projects, leveraging their innovative prefab solutions to meet Vietnam’s growing demand for efficient, high-quality urban housing. The success of this expansion not only boosted the company’s revenue but also positioned them as a key player in Southeast Asia’s construction industry.


Lumos Advisors’ comprehensive approach, combining regulatory expertise, cultural intelligence, and strategic operational guidance, proved instrumental in transforming the client’s global ambitions into tangible success in a challenging new market.