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April 16, 2019

NAFTA 2.0: USMCA Changes to Manufacturing in Mexico

What is the United Stated Mexico Canada Agreement? One of President Donald Trump’s focal points during his campaign, as well as his first years in office, was renegotiating the United States participation North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and pulling out of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). At the end of September of 2018, more than […]

December 10, 2018

Mexico’s Labor Force: 2018 Labor Statistics & Growth

Mexico’s Labor Force: Participation Rate & Unemployment Improvements A recent study by Tradingeconomics.com shows Mexico’s labor force participation rate in 2018 is trending upwards, despite the half-percent decrease from September to August. This is slightly lower than the average 59.82% Mexico held from 2005 to 2018. source: tradingeconomics.com The unemployment rate in Mexico has improved […]

June 27, 2018

U.S. Tariffs on Chinese Goods: Managing Tariffs In The Manufacturing Environment

Content was last updated for relevancy and accuracy on August 15, 2019. Will Tariffs Benefit or Hurt U.S. Manufacturers? The primary intent of applying a tariff on raw materials is to help domestic producers of such materials be more competitive with their global counterparts, thus creating (or protecting) domestic jobs. And while this strategy can […]

December 26, 2016

Inside Mexico’s Highly Skilled Labor Force: A Guide to Wages in Mexico

The wages of workers in Mexico are one of the most cost-effective aspects of nearshoring manufacturing operations to Mexico. In recent years, the hourly wage rate of workers in Mexico has dipped below that of China, making it one of the most popular places for manufacturing operations, particularly for products destined for the United States. […]

December 19, 2016

What Are Outsourcing and Offshoring?

Outsourcing and offshoring are often used synonymously, however the terms in fact have two very different meanings and implications. Outsourcing is when a company negotiates a contract with a third party to perform a specific function. When outsourcing a process or operation, it is vital to find a company or person that specializes in the […]

December 5, 2016

Understanding Manufacturing Costs in China vs. Mexico

China and Mexico are two of the most popular choices for manufacturing because of the low production costs and high volume environments. In order to choose between manufacturing in these two locations, an analysis of the pros and cons of manufacturing in Mexico vs. China should be considered. China vs. Mexico Wage Rate […]

November 17, 2016

A Quick Guide to Understanding Mexico’s Labor Laws

Following the introduction of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), many industries have relocated their manufacturing operations to Mexico. This exodus has caused a need for a better understanding of labor laws in Mexico and how they differ from those in the United States. Mexico labor laws are designed to improve the quality […]

November 10, 2016

Successful U.S. Companies in Mexico: How They Got There

Globalization has truly changed the economic landscape, leading to diverse growth all over the world. In recent years, Mexico has become a hub for major companies, particularly those with manufacturing needs. The new factories, experienced workforce, low labor costs, and improved trade agreements—particularly NAFTA—have contributed to the growth of new businesses in Mexico. NAFTA […]

March 3, 2016

Top Considerations Of Moving Manufacturing To Mexico | NAPS

Mexico is catching the world’s attention as a rising star in the world of manufacturing. The low costs, favorable regulatory climate, quality of the workforce, and ease of trading to the North American and European markets mean that more and more companies are choosing to locate their production operations in Mexico. Mexico has several potential […]

October 21, 2015

Nearshore vs Offshore

In any company, no matter what you sell, the amount of money that you buy it for is the biggest factor that affects how much you will be able to make in profit after selling your product. Because of this, more companies are outsourcing or offshoring their work and time in order to save money. […]

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