This blog post explores the key compliance checkpoints for industrial land acquisition in Thailand in 2025. It highlights the importance of adhering to zoning laws, Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) thresholds, and Board of Investment (BOI) conditions, especially in sensitive areas. The post emphasizes the need for early review of zoning maps, environmental triggers, and permit timelines to avoid project delays. It also provides actionable insights, such as creating a com

This blog post highlights the transformation of Bangkok's retail market in 2025, focusing on downtown mall upgrades targeting high-spending international tourists and the integration of mixed-use developments. It explores how these changes enhance the shopping experience, improve office tenant satisfaction, and create synergies for employers through better food, wellness, and event ecosystems. The post also provides actionable steps for landlords to combine office lease incen

This blog post explores the record-breaking hotel supply wave in Thailand for 2025, with over 5,100 new keys in Bangkok and 2,134 in Phuket. It highlights the challenges of intensified competition and uneven tourist arrivals, with shifts in source markets like China, India, and Russia. The post emphasizes the need for operational readiness, strategic positioning, and effective distribution channels to succeed. It also provides actionable steps for hotel operators, including p

This blog post explores the challenges and opportunities in the construction industry for 2025, highlighting a 0.65% rise in material costs and a 0.39% increase in overall construction costs during Q1. It discusses strategies like prefabrication, specification optimization, and eco-efficient design to manage costs and maintain margins. The post also identifies profitable opportunities in townhouses, low-rise homes, and value-engineered condos, particularly in areas with stron

This blog post explores the future of ASEAN compliance, focusing on key trends for 2026 and beyond. It highlights the shift toward digitalization with systems like Thai NSW and e-Customs, the importance of origin intelligence under RCEP, and the role of area-based promotion strategies like the EEC. The post provides a 10-action roadmap to help businesses prepare, covering origin simulations, digital trade alignment, site strategy, and ESG integration for long-term success.

This blog post examines Thailand's plastic waste import ban, effective January 1, 2025, as part of its Bio-Circular-Green (BCG) initiative. It highlights the operational impacts on manufacturers, including the need to switch to domestic recycled inputs, update supplier contracts, and document ESG outcomes. The post also provides practical steps to align compliance with sustainability goals and ensure smooth supply chain transitions.

This blog post explores Thailand's fully digital customs processes through the National Single Window (NSW). It highlights the 2025 integration of FDA standards, License Per Invoice (LPI), and e-Certificate workflows, which are now mandatory for health products. The post provides a 12-item data readiness checklist to help businesses align their operations with the new requirements and avoid shipment delays or holds

This blog post explores the regulatory challenges of relocating industrial equipment across ASEAN borders. It highlights common pitfalls such as misclassified HS codes, missing import licenses, and customs holds. The post provides a 10-step cross-border relocation checklist, covering asset inventory, strategic goods screening, compliance with e-Customs, and on-site acceptance, to help businesses navigate these complexities and ensure smooth operations.

This blog post highlights the ongoing compliance requirements for manufacturers after achieving TISI certification in Thailand. Under ISO/IEC 17067 Type 5, continuous surveillance includes type testing, factory QMS evaluations, and market monitoring. The post outlines common mandatory scopes, triggers for surveillance, and penalties for non-compliance. It also provides a 12-point operating model to help manufacturers maintain compliance and manage risks effectively.

This blog post presents a case study on how Thailand's Board of Investment (BOI), Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), and Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand (IEAT) can help electronics manufacturers reduce time-to-market. It highlights the benefits of tax relief, duty exemptions, faster permitting, and optimized logistics through Free Zones and area-based incentives. The post also provides a 12-week execution blueprint for setting up operations efficiently in Thailand.

This blog post explores the compliance risks businesses must address when relocating operations to ASEAN, with a focus on Thailand. It highlights key challenges such as Foreign Business Act (FBA) ownership limits, licensing routes, customs/FTA rules, and cross-border investment frameworks. The post provides a practical compliance blueprint to help businesses navigate these risks and ensure smooth market entry and operational success in the region.

This blog post compares Thailand's Customs Free Zones (CFZ), Special Economic Zones (SEZs), and Industrial Estates (IEAT) to help businesses determine the best fit for their operations. It highlights the unique benefits of each zone, such as duty/VAT suspension, advanced infrastructure, and tax/non-tax incentives. The post also provides a decision framework based on export ratio, supply chain flows, and setup speed to guide businesses in optimizing their operations in Thailan

This blog post explores the Thailand Board of Investment's (BOI) 2025 promotion plan, highlighting key sectors such as BCG, xEV, semiconductors, advanced electronics, digital/data centers, and international business hubs. It details the tax and non-tax incentives available, including corporate income tax exemptions, full foreign ownership, and fast-track visas. The post also provides insights into the application process and practical steps to align your project with BOI requ

This blog post explores why Thailand is the ideal gateway to ASEAN for foreign companies, particularly for European and U.S. manufacturers adopting a "China+1" strategy. It highlights Thailand's extensive FTA coverage, robust industrial infrastructure, and targeted incentives like BOI and EEC. The post explains how these advantages reduce duty costs, streamline permitting, and connect businesses to regional supply chains, making Thailand a strategic hub for ASEAN expansion

This blog post explores how energy data from buildings can drive Smart City advancements in water/wastewater management and public safety. It highlights the use of AI/IoT for leak detection, pump optimization, and smarter public safety systems. The post outlines a 60-day pilot program, key KPIs, and governance practices to ensure seamless integration without privacy or operational surprises

This blog post delves into sector-specific strategies for hotels, hospitals, and data centers, emphasizing the balance between comfort, safety, and energy efficiency. It outlines tailored approaches such as occupancy-driven controls for hotels, clinical airflow management for hospitals, and efficient cooling for data centers. The post also introduces a unified governance cadence with weekly, monthly, and quarterly checkpoints to ensure consistent outcomes. Perfect for profess

This blog post delves into how building owners and managers in Thailand can align retrofitting projects with the Thai Board of Investment (BOI) requirements. It highlights the importance of compliance, proper documentation, and evidence packs to unlock incentives for smart buildings. The post also outlines submission sequences, common pitfalls, and governance practices to ensure successful retrofits with 10–15% operational savings and 30–50% ROI

This blog post explores a strategic approach to retrofit sequencing aimed at achieving a 30–50% ROI. It highlights the integration of low-capex control fixes, IoT systems, and analytics, alongside commissioning and measurement strategies. The post emphasizes non-intrusive measures, cultural and compliance awareness, and a six-step decision flow to ensure seamless implementation without disrupting operations. Perfect for project and construction management professionals seekin

This blog post explores how energy audits can uncover 10–15% operational savings in Asia's fast-moving property markets. It provides a practical playbook for identifying and correcting scheduling and control errors, ensuring compliance, comfort, and asset value. The post outlines a 4-week audit sprint, key KPIs, and common pitfalls to avoid, offering actionable insights for property managers and stakeholders

This blog post delves into the transformative role of cultural consulting in shaping Asia's next decade. It highlights the Asia-Pacific consulting market's growth, driven by infrastructure expansion, digital transformation, and regulatory reforms. Key insights include aligning digital tools with local workflows, ESG compliance with audit-ready evidence, leveraging regional trade agreements like RCEP, and fostering cross-cultural innovation.