Make your German market entry and growth a reality with KD Connect.
With over 10 years of in-house experience at leading German manufacturers including BMW, Siemens, Porsche, and Schindler, KD Connect provides practical and strategic support for German market entry and expansion.
We understand the decision-making structures known only to insiders, the real expectations of buyers and the criteria that determine approval and rejection.
Market Entry Strategy
Design step-by-step market entry roadmaps based on target customers and competitors.
Quality and Certification Support
Provide guidance on German quality standards such as VDA and ISO and support certification preparation.
Partner Development
Facilitate partnership building from OEM and Tier-1 identification to system integrator connections and initial meetings.
Business Development
Develop and implement negotiation strategies while serving as a cultural bridge for sustainable, long-term partnerships.
Most consultants guess.
KD Connect knows.
Why Korean Companies Choose KD Connect
With practical experience at leading German manufacturers like BMW and Porsche, KD Connect knows what buyers ask, what they expect and what determines approval or rejection. We position your company's strengths most persuasively from the perspective of German buyers. Others guess. KD Connect knows.
Beyond simple interpretation, connecting technology and engineering.
With a degree in mechanical engineering from the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and over 10 years of experience in German manufacturing, KD Connect has deep expertise in products and technologies, explaining complex specifications directly in German - no separate interpreter required. KD Connect bridges engineering and culture.
German-Standard Quality and Certification Expertise
KD Connect’s founder has firsthand experience with German and European certifications through leadership in quality and safety at Schindler, a European elevator company.
We understand standards applied in practice, not just documented.
Bridging Korea and Germany
Born in Korea and living in Germany for over 20 years, KD Connect understands the languages and business cultures of both countries. We understand the business context of Korean companies, the actual decision-making processes of German companies, and translate expectations, not just words, to proactively mitigate cultural risks.
We don't do everything. We focus on what we do best.
Robotics
Deep understanding of Germany's industrial
automation and robotics ecosystem
Automotive
Insight into actual decision-making processes and
requirements of OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers
Manufacturing Equipment
Hands-on experience with technology, quality, and certification
aligned with German manufacturing standards
Proven German manufacturing experience
