Whitepapers & Guides

Seven steps to business growth in the global powerhouse

The Asia-Pacific region (APAC) has seen decades-long rapid economic growth which has gradually shifted the global economic balance of power. With it’s massive population and stabilising economic growth, APAC’s potential and the power shift has been anticipated for a long term. However, the pace of change has happened faster than predicted, resulting in a dramatic and ongoing transformation of the business landscape.

Spotlight on…Oncology in NHS England

The provision of preventative and reactive oncology continues to remain a challenge for providers within NHS England as they recover from the resource and care demands of the pandemic. Navigating the funding and project maze is key for strategic growth, and this report explores the current and future opportunities.

The aviation market in India

In the last six years India’s aviation sector has registered a growth of over 14 percent in passenger traffic. The prediction is that India is to become the world’s third largest aviation market by 2026, mainly driven by a large and growing middle class and major investments in aviation infrastructure.

Sustainable energy in the Netherlands

European countries are being forced to review their energy production, storage, and distribution networks to mitigate the ongoing energy crisis. With EU and global net-zero targets looming, the Netherlands has set ambitious goals to reduce dependency on fossil fuelled energy and drive efficiencies in district heating networks. With rapid change needed, sustainable solutions hold the key to reaching necessary goals.

Technologies of power

Geopolitics is tightening its grip on international trade and Swedish companies are increasingly impacted by the standoff between the superpowers. This report highlights the consequences of the US-China technology race for businesses and outlines three alternative risk scenarios to 2030.

Africa: Defining the future with innovation and sustainable development

A massive wave of innovation is sweeping across the globe and Africa is no longer playing catch up, but shaping it's own future. While the pandemic negatively affected businesses and economies, it has demonstrated the immense and urgent need for continuous innovation on the continent.

Cracking the complex code

China is a vast, and at times, a daunting market and it is not the right fit for everyone; but it cannot be ignored. All international brands need an informed position to ascertain if China is a viable consumer market. The purpose of this study is to offer guidance by capturing learnings from Swedish brands who have been successful in the market.

Paving the way for sustainable business

Business Sweden’s sustainability programme took major a leap forward in 2020 despite the devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic. Apart from implementing a new code of conduct, we established an internal sustainability network and launched a new climate initiative together with Team Sweden.

Going regional – the way forward?

How can Sweden’s supply networks and business ecosystems support the trend toward near-market manufacturing in Europe? In this report we explore the rising role of regionalised production through a collection of viewpoints from experts in Sweden’s industrial frontline.

USA: FDA Handbook

It can be difficult to understand how FDA regulations will impact your U.S. business, therefore Business Sweden has developed FDA guides to help you navigate the various regulations and requirements for your company.

Retail Guide Sweden 2020/2021

Need a personal guide to the latest opportunities in Retail? Let us show you what Sweden’s three largest city regions has to offer. This guide provides facts and interactive maps about the Swedish market, consumers and key retail areas. Many international brands have already discovered the potential but there is room for many more.

Unprecedented power shift in global supply chains

Mega trends are forcing structural change to global supply chains in all regions around the world. The pandemic has been a catalyst for accelerating transformation and Swedish companies are advised to review supply chain strategies so they are fit for both the short- and long-term.

Reclaiming growth in the US market

Seven out of ten Swedish companies operating in the US have either recovered or are in a recovery phase, this new survey shows. Can the optimistic outlook be sustained as the pandemic rages on? Get perspectives from the ground in the world’s largest economy.

How is Africa shaping up as the world's next economic frontier?

Africa is on the cusp of an innovation revolution with leaders from across the business and economic spectrum seeking to identify and evaluate ways to leverage opportunities and growth potential. This report examines what strategies and approaches can Swedish companies take to accelerate market presence.

Doing business in the UK after Brexit

The end of the transition period is rapidly approaching and still there is no clarity over the new EU-UK trade relationship. Has this lingering uncertainty affected how Swedish companies view their future in the UK market? This study uncovers the answer.