Studies prove:
- The number of start-ups by foreigners have doubled since the 1990's.
- Foreign investors often have insufficient information on procedural and promotional aspects of doing business in Germany.
- A significant proportion of newly established companies do not survive the first two years.

These facts reveal a gap in knowledge which the RFZ intends to close with its professional consulting, thus assisting the integration of foreigners residing in Germany and promoting cross-border business.