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Megan Richford

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Megan Richford has been with NAPS for 7 years as the Marketing and Communications Strategist. Richford obtained her BA in Marketing and Communications from UC San Diego. As an expert in the manufacturing industry with extensive knowledge regarding manufacturing in Mexico, Richford works closely with the Executive Management team in order to illustrate an appropriate online presence for NAPS as it pertains to the manufacturing industry. Richford ensures that content on the NAPS website is up to date, accurate and relevant to manufacturing services in Mexico.

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January 5, 2021

Modes of Entry for Manufacturing in Mexico

There are numerous benefits of manufacturing in Mexico, from lowering your production costs to accessing Mexico and its trade partners’ markets.  But as with any new business venture, it’s important to create a solid plan before taking action. Even if you’ve offshored manufacturing in the past, Mexican business culture and laws can present different growth […]

November 12, 2020

Comprehensive List of Mexico’s Free Trade Agreements

Since the advent of NAFTA in 1994, the United States, Mexico, and Canada have enjoyed a special relationship with reduced barriers to trade. Now, more and more U.S. businesses are nearshoring their manufacturing to their southern neighbor, Mexico.  But America isn’t the only country with whom Mexico has a trade deal– companies with operations in […]

October 10, 2020

Why Mexico is The Best Country For Clothing Manufacturers

While China and Vietnam were once prominent partners for U.S. brands, wage inflation and changing trade agreements have left many clothing lines searching for new solutions for their manufacturing needs. With COVID-19 continuing to disrupt the garment industry, it’s more prudent than ever to diversify and shorten your supply chain—and, whenever possible, to lower your […]

September 23, 2020

Mexico VAT Tax Benefits When Manufacturing in Mexico

If you’re a business based in the United States considering nearshoring some manufacturing operations to Mexican territory, you will not only want to understand the Mexcian business culture itself but how Mexico’s Value Added Tax (VAT) may impact your operations. What is the VAT Tax? Locally referred to as the impuesto al valor agregado tax […]

September 10, 2020

Understanding Mexican Business Culture

Mexican business culture is distinct from business culture in the United States, which has the potential to present challenges during negotiations. Though there is probably more common ground between business cultures than you realize, it is important to understand the differences as well. Whether you are operating under a Mexico shelter company, or looking to […]

March 30, 2020

Effects of COVID-19 on The International Supply Chain

The global pandemic began due to the initial outbreak of the coronavirus epidemic in Wuhan, China. With no new deaths in the Hubei province for several days, one might assume that manufacturing in China will soon return to business-as-usual, ending the disruptions to the global supply chain that have affected companies in the U.S. and […]

February 1, 2020

What Is The Purpose of Entry Type 86?

Global e-commerce has drastically increased the number of international shipments sent each day. When consumers and companies buy merchandise online via an e-commerce platform, it may come from anywhere in the world. Entry Type 86, is a new customs entry type intended to help Customs and Border Protection (CBP) manage the flow of goods, creating […]

December 15, 2019

What is Offshoring?

Today, in a world where supply chains are complex and span the globe overseas, many of the fine details become muddied or generalized by those unfamiliar with the industry. For example, laymen often confuse outsourcing vs offshoring by using them as interchangeable phrases. The problem with this mindset lies in the fact that both terms […]

November 10, 2019

Business Opportunities in Mexico That US Manufacturers Should Be Aware Of

In recent years, manufacturing within Mexico has been an increasingly more viable and cost-effective alternative to production in Asia. Businesses not only derive benefits from close proximity to the states but can also find competitive advantage thanks to favorable trade deals and a skilled low-cost workforce.   Below, we’ll dive into the various factors as to […]

November 1, 2019

What You Need To Know To Take Advantage of Section 321

The goal for every business is to drive revenue while simultaneously decreasing costs. The pursuit of cost savings is one of the many reasons why a growing number of American businesses—particularly within the e-commerce space—have been manufacturing in Mexico.  While most would cite the low hourly costs of labor or the cheaper warehousing fees, many […]

October 15, 2019

What Are The Pros and Cons of Setting Up a Maquiladora?

The past decade has ushered in an era of unprecedented economic growth and development within Mexico. Viewed as an emerging market, particularly in the commodities and manufacturing sectors, it now has the 15th largest economy in the world with a 2018 GDP of $2.6 trillion. Economists suggest that the recent growth within the Mexican economy’s […]

September 25, 2019

What’s the Differences Between the Tariffs on China vs Mexico?

According to the US census, 34.8% of the United States’ imports in 2018 were from two countries: China and Mexico. Both countries are manufacturing hubs that can export goods at a reduced rate. And American businesses rely on partnerships with manufacturing plants in both countries to reduce labor, shipping, and infrastructure costs. Keeping these expenses […]

September 20, 2019

What Are the Costs of Moving Manufacturing From China to Mexico?

China is quickly losing its stronghold as the manufacturing superpower of the world. The reason this is occurring is a topic of much controversy, but when you start to compare data—then factor in the ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China—you realize that China is not the cheapest nor the easiest offshore territory to […]

September 18, 2019

Advantages of Manufacturing in Mexico vs. China

When someone thinks manufacturing, usually it’s China that comes to mind. North America is all familiar with the iconic “Made in China” stamp that accompanies the many products we know and love. In fact, U.S manufacturing output in Asia has been large enough that during the Cold War, American media campaigns waged war against the […]

September 8, 2019

Benefits of US Companies Doing Business in Mexico

The past decade has ushered in an era of unprecedented economic growth and development within Mexico. Viewed as an emerging market, particularly in the commodities and manufacturing sectors, it now has the 15th largest economy in the world with a 2018 GDP of $2.6 trillion. Economists suggest that the recent growth within the manufacturing sector […]

June 27, 2018

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

Content was last updated for relevancy and accuracy on September 30, 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 […]

January 15, 2018

Guanajuato

Manufacturing In Guanajuato Located in central Mexico just northwest of Mexico City, Guanajuato is currently the fastest growing state for manufacturing in Mexico. The automobile industry in Mexico is fueling the growth of Guanajuato with the opening of four new plants in Mexico in 2014 from Honda, Mazda, Volkswagen and, just to the north in […]

December 21, 2017

Experience

For over two decades, NAPS has revolutionized the administration and compliance management industry in Mexico by providing expert advice, outstanding service and effective tools to help companies successfully manufacture in Mexico.

December 11, 2017

The IMMEX Program

November 7, 2017

Determining Where To Manufacture

Determining Where to Manufacture – A Guide As a business, one of the most crucial decisions to make is where to locate manufacturing operations, as this can have a tremendous impact on the profitability of the enterprise. In recent years, there has been a seismic shift in how companies are doing business as more and […]

August 29, 2017

Why You Should Consider Offshore Manufacturing

Offshoring manufacturing is an option many companies consider in order to reduce operating expenses, while maintaining a high-quality end product. If you are considering manufacturing offshore, you may be wondering what offshoring is, where the best place is for offshore manufacturing, and the pros of offshoring. Below is a comprehensive guide to why you should […]

January 9, 2017

What to Consider When Evaluating the Cost of Manufacturing

Cost is of the utmost importance to companies considering expanding or moving their manufacturing operations to another country. When analyzing the cost of manufacturing, many companies choose to relocate their manufacturing to Mexico for a number of reasons. These reasons vary from lower labor rates to the availability of qualified workers, but each reason is […]

January 2, 2017

The Top Manufacturing Industries and Products Made in Mexico

As the manufacturing industry continually shifts to nearshoring operations in Mexico from China, the preponderance of products made in Mexico is steadily increasing. As a consumer, the first concern is whether or not the quality of the product made in Mexico is commensurate with those made in the United States and China. In addition to […]

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 12, 2016

Maquiladoras: What Are Maquiladoras in Mexico and How Do They Work?

This content was last updated on July 17, 2019. Maquiladora Definition A Maquiladora is a factory or manufacturing operation in Mexico run by a foreign company and exporting its products to the country of that company. These factories import certain raw materials on a duty-free and tariff-free basis for manufacturing and then export the manufactured […]

December 5, 2016

Understanding Manufacturing Costs in China vs. Mexico

Content was last updated for relevancy and accuracy on September 30, 2019.  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 […]

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 […]

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  • Manufacturing in Mexico
    • Mexico Manufacturing Locations
    • Labor in Mexico
    • Industries in Mexico
    • The IMMEX Program
    • Infrastructure in Mexico
    • Packaging in Mexico
    • Security in Mexico
    • Why Manufacture in Mexico?
    • Mexico vs China Manufacturing
    • Assembly in Mexico
    • Call Centers in Mexico
    • 3PL Alternatives for Mexico Manufacturing
  • NAPS Operating Model
    • New Operations in Mexico
    • Existing Operations in Mexico
    • Mexico Shelter
    • Case Studies
  • Services in Mexico
    • Human Resources in Mexico
    • Mexico Import/Export
    • Accounting in Mexico
    • Environmental Compliance in Mexico
    • Material Sourcing in Mexico
    • Site Selection
  • About NAPS
    • Experience
    • Careers
    • Office Locations
    • Key Personnel
    • Testimonials
    • Contact Us
    • FAQs
  • Mexico Manufacturing News
    • Mexico Manufacturing News
    • Mexico News
    • Manufacturing in Mexico: Automotive Manufacturing
    • Manufacturing in Mexico: Aerospace Industry
    • Manufacturing in Mexico: Solar Industry
    • More News
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