building brands in China

China trends to watch in the Year of the Pig

As China ushers in the Year of the Pig, UMS takes a look at the key consumer trends and behaviours that marketers need to consider in 2019.     1. Quality vs Quantity As the talk of China’s economic slowdown continues, Chinese consumers are shifting their focus from quantity to […]

The CFO View: UMS plans for a strong 2019

As we launch into 2019 and prepare to celebrate Lunar New Year and the Year of the Pig in China, UMS Chief Financial Officer Richard Zhu shares an update on the agency.   2018 was another good year for UMS, coming off the back off our Pre-A round funding and […]

How to market wine to Chinese consumers

The Chinese are not traditionally known as big wine drinkers, however, China’s wine market is thriving as middle class Chinese consumers increasingly develop a palette for wine.   The growth is particularly good news for Australian wine brands, which have seen a 51% increase in exports to China in the […]

UMS at China International Import Expo (CIIE)

United Media Solution enjoyed a strong agency and client presence at the inaugural China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai this month.   New Zealand Trade Pavilion at CIIE United Media Solution worked with long standing client New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE) to create a digital platform for the […]

United Media Solution and The Silk Initiative announce the formation of a Strategic Alliance

United Media Solution (UMS), the leading Chinese digital marketing agency and The Silk Initiative (TSI), a leading Chinese food and beverage brand consultancy, have formed a strategic alliance to expand the reach and capabilities of each organisation.   The alliance brings together two of China’s leading marketing consultancies to provide […]

Future of Retail: Starbucks Reserve Roastery

China is home to the world’s largest retail and e-commerce markets. The arrival of new retail, which integrates the offline and online retail experiences, is not only changing the way consumers shop and buy products, but also how they experience brands.   In the first of a series exploring the […]

Australian companies ask what do Chinese audiences want?

Australian companies are seeking a greater understanding of what Chinese consumers want and how best to engage with them, as they increasingly target this booming market.   Australian businesses are stepping up their focus on China as local exports to the world’s largest retail market surged 40% in June to […]

UMS leads SA businesses through China digital marketing masterclass

UMS Business Development Manager Jo Ruo provided South Australian businesses with an in-depth presentation and masterclass on how to build brands in China.   The event, which was hosted by the Australia China Business Council, was attended by representatives from local SME businesses including delegates from retail and food and […]

UMS appointed by New Zealand Avocado as digital marketing partner

United Media Solution (UMS), New Zealand’s leading Chinese digital marketing agency, has been appointed by New Zealand Avocado, to create and manage its digital marketing presence in China.   New Zealand Avocado, the body which represents the country’s avocado growers, has appointed UMS to build awareness of the brand and […]

UMS in the press: M+AD profiles UMS NZ strong performance in 2018

M+AD spoke to UMS CEO Jessica Miao, about how the digital marketing agency is experiencing a strong growth in 2018.  Below is a reproduction of the article or you can view it online here.   United Media Solution (UMS), New Zealand’s leading Chinese digital marketing agency, experienced a strong period […]