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Exploring the Top Benefits of Nearshoring to Mexico

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It’s received greater attention in recent years because of increasing conflicts regarding trade with Asia, as well as the slowdown of supply chains during the pandemic in 2020. When it comes to supporting growth while saving on costs, here are a few of the top reasons why this approach is favored.

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Manufacturing in Mexico: 5 Benefits to Consider

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In 2020, the updated USMCA was enforced, favoring trade within North America. Bureau of Labor Statistics, retaining an older workforce equals higher labor costs for those who do work beyond retirement age. Source: [link]. USMCA Provisions. There are fewer workers available and willing to take industrial jobs.

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Out with Old, In with the New: Why Mexico Represents the Future of Manufacturing Over China

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and other foreign manufacturers largely due to its cheap labor costs, which were once low enough to offset the expenses of shipping goods overseas. Lower Transportation Costs and More Predictable Timelines. However, with the implementation of the USMCA in 2020, it further solidified the strong relationship between the U.S.

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FAQ: Moving Manufacturing to Mexico from China

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and China beginning in 2018, followed quickly by the pandemic in 2020, which essentially shut down all supply chains indefinitely for months, and it’s clear why manufacturers are exploring nearshoring as their top strategy. automatically cuts down on transportation costs simply due to the shorter distance it takes to travel.

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5 Reasons Companies Are Nearshore Manufacturing to Mexico

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This includes everything from labor to tax exemptions to costs associated with shipping times and quality assurance. As an example, per Statista, estimated manufacturing labor costs in Mexico start at $4.82 For decades, China was the go-to source for international trade, particularly for the U.S., Sources: [link].

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Exploring the Advantages of Mexico’s IMMEX Maquiladora Program

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remains Mexico’s top source of foreign direct investment (FDI) at just over 39%, or $100.9 from 1993-2020. When compared to the industrial labor shortage and increasing labor costs in the U.S., establishing a maquiladora is a viable, cost-effective solution. Sources: [link]. In fact, the U.S.

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3 Key Factors Benefiting the Growth of Manufacturing in Mexico

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From 1993-2020, bilateral trade between the U.S. is Mexico’s leading source of FDI, amounting to $100.9 Not only is there more qualified and available talent, the labor costs in Mexico are also lower than industrial wages in both the U.S. Reliable, Cost-Effective Supply Chain. Sources: [link]. manufacturers.