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Introduction
This project report is based on the given scenario of Mahindra and Mahindra Company.
Incorporated in Mumbai, Mahindra & Mahindra Limited manufactures automobiles
worldwide. In India, Mahindra & Mahindra, the group's leadership company, dominates the
utility vehicle and tractor markets[ CITATION Mah22 \l 16393 ]. As per the given scenario,
manager at Mahindra tractor’s Mohali branch is supposed to join the business trip with
finance team to take a visit of manufacturing operations in America. Moreover, this trip will
also include visit manufacturing equipment subsidiary in Mexico and Brazil. This project
report also explain the nature of countries for business expansion and modes of expansion for
Mahindra and Mahindra. Therefore, this report will provide insights into the culture and
business environment of both countries.
Mexico
Mexico's economy ranks as the 15th largest in the world and is a "free market" economy that
is open to both foreign investment and commerce. Mexico as a result has a very diverse
economy, cutting-edge sectors, and a sophisticated financial industry[ CITATION Mor19 \l
16393 ]. Many global corporations, like Mahindra & Mahindra Company, are shifting their
manufacturing activities to Mexico for a variety of reasons. Mexico's closeness to the United
States, lower labour prices, and highly educated workforce are just a few of the advantages. A
strong hierarchy, close relationships, and loyalty are the hallmarks of Mexico's business
culture. As opposed to the United States and Canada, junior employees are not expected to
provide input. In Mexico, there are still up to a hundred languages spoken by Native
Americans, but none of them dominates[ CITATION Lóp16 \l 16393 ]. The majority of native
Spanish speakers in Mexico also speak English. There are a number of Native American
languages that are important, including Nahuatl. One-fourth of the population of this country
are Native Americans, who speak English as their primary language.
Brazil
Brazil is one of the top 5 automotive markets in the world, but Mahindra & Mahindra
(M&M) has decided to withdraw from that market. Brazil also has a sizable and diversified
geographic area, making it the perfect place for economic enterprises and agricultural
production[ CITATION Sae18 \l 16393 ]. Agriculture has long been a crucial national
industry, and Brazil maintained its robust agricultural output despite the consequences of the
Global Financial Crisis. Brazil was ranked 124th out of 190 nations by the World Bank in
2020 for ease of doing business, while China was ranked 31st and Mexico was placed 60th.
When it comes to registering property and opening a new business, Brazil came in third
place[ CITATION Ber102 \l 16393 ]. Mahindra & Mahindra's decision to expand their
business activities into Brazil is motivated by this. Cultural norms are a set of behaviors and
ideas that are shared by members of a society or group. In many cases, cultural norms are
reinforced through government, education, and family structures. Cultures expect their
members to follow the norms of their culture. Patience and control are also important to
Brazilians[ CITATION Jen16 \l 16393 ]. Due to the vertical organization of business in
Brazil, the highest-ranking member usually makes the final decisions.
The line between
personal and professional relationships is often difficult to draw.
Market Entry Modes
Equity and non-equity are the two main categories of entry techniques in both Brazil and
Mexico. Contractual agreements and exports are included in the non-equity modalities group.
Joint ventures and fully owned subsidiaries fall under the category of equity mechanisms.
Joint ventures and fully owned subsidiaries fall under the category of equity
mechanisms[ CITATION Lin192 \l 16393 ]. There are three key differences among entry
modes: how much of a risk they pose. They needed to be in charge of and commit resources.
In other words, equity modes of entry refers to a market entry approach employed by MNEs
that includes direct investment, wholly-owned subsidiaries, joint ventures, and joint
investments[ CITATION Mar092 \l 16393 ]. Equity entrance enables enterprises to be nearer
to their customers than non-equity options do. Examples of equitable means of entry are
franchising and licensing.
On the other hand, there are two options for non-equity modes: exporting and contractual
agreements. Aside from that Contractual agreements and exports are included in the non-
equity modalities group. Joint ventures and fully owned subsidiaries fall under the category
of equity mechanisms [ CITATION Mar092 \l 16393 ]. Additionally, Non-equity mode of
entry is an entry strategy used by MNEs to enter foreign markets through contractual
agreements such as licensing/franchising, turnkey programmes, R&D, and co-marketing.
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Logical Analysis
However, according to the case study of the Mahindra and Mahindra Corporation provided,
exporting goods is the greatest way to reach Mexico and Brazil. So company can enter
numerous markets at once using this tactic. In addition to this, Mahindra and Mahindra can
designate a nearby distributor to deal with your customers. The biggest benefit of partnering
with regional distributors is having access to their clientele. Exporting is the direct sale of
goods and/or services in another country, according to the case study. It is possibly the most
well-known and least risky way to join a foreign market. Additionally, exporting, which is the
mode of entrance strategy that is strongly favoured by the majority of SMEs and start-ups, is
seen as low risk and enables quick access into a new market[ CITATION Joã17 \l 16393 ].
Companies can explore overseas markets with little effort and risk by exporting their
products. In addition. Mahindra and Mahindra may enter multiple markets at once because to
this tactic. They can designate a nearby distributor to deal with customers. The biggest
benefit of partnering with regional distributors is having access to their clientele.
Countries to Enter
Mahindra and Mahindra Company is able to expand its operations in both countries based on
the analysis that was conducted. Having strong business cultures in both of these countries is
one of the factors that attracts different businesses to set up shop in both of them [ CITATION
Wor18 \l 16393 ]. As a result of the differences between the social structures of the two
countries, the purpose of this argument is to examine how the business societies of the two
countries operate according to their respective business cultures. Additionally, the two
cultures will be compared to uncover any potential clashes between them, as well as identify
any potential clashes between them. There is no doubt that the primary objectives of the
Mexican American groups and the Native American groups are to facilitate communication
and raise social concerns between them[ CITATION Wor18 \l 16393 ]. The type of
relationships that a person has also has a direct effect on how they collaborate.
Application and Analysis
There are many differences in the traditions, cultures, and histories of these two countries.
There is a disparity between India and Brazil and Mexico that piques my interest and makes
me eager to learn more about it. Consequently, I'm eager to learn more about these countries'
ties and hardworking attitudes. Through an established market presence in Brazil, companies
are able to take advantage of the strategic trade agreements in the region as well as gain easy
access to other countries in the region
(Oliveira, Yazdani, Cadogan, & Hodgkinson, 2017)
. In
addition to services, manufacturing, and mining, As a result of a diversified domestic market
and a desire for foreign imports, including a favourable attitude towards technology, Brazil's
domestic industries continue to succeed in exporting goods to other countries. Mahindra and
Mahindra company has a good opportunity to expand their business operations in Brazil and
Mexico by using different entry modes such as partnership and exporting. These two
countries attracts business which deals in manufacturing and automobiles.
Conclusion
In the end, it can be concluded that the report has provided the in-depth analysis of two
countries namely Mexico and Brazil. The manager and finance team of Mahindra and
Mahindra can get help about the business culture, language and business environment of
these two countries. In addition, the more of entry for business expansion are also presented
in the report based on proper analysis.
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