The Russian Far East computer market is developing dynamically, especially in Vladivostok and Khabarovsk. The local market is dominated by small companies purchasing computer parts and components from Moscow-based distributors and branches of multinational companies or Asian Pacific manufacturers, and assembling computers locally following the buyer's needs. This report provides a general overview of the computer market in the Russian Far East, information on distribution practices, opportunities for U.S. companies, market entry practices, prices, and contact information.
Small companies are more aggressive and flexible to customers' needs and payment abilities.
Over 100 small computer firms operate in the RFE, about 70 of them are based in Primorsky Krai. These companies have an experienced staff that usually does not exceed 20 employees. Local computer firms prefer to purchase computer parts and components and assemble them in their small stores. Both used and new components are utilized depending on the customer's request. It is not uncommon for a computer system to contain a Korean monitor, Taiwan-made processor block, Japanese hard drives, and Intel processor.