Let's say you're a distributor who can see definite opportunities by expanding your operation into Mexico, but you can't justify the brick and mortar and employee investments. Or, let's say you're a manufacturer who uses a Mexican distributor, but you're tired of dealing with the border crossing hassles which you have to handle yourself. As a unique alternative, let's examine the Mexican operations of MPS Logistics, an expert in third party logistics. This profile of the company's Mexican operations demonstrates how their facilities and services lend solutions to both distributors and manufacturers across the spectrum of the durable goods industry. MPS Logistics, headquartered near Detroit, Michigan, has found that its services translate very well to U.S. companies who do business in Mexico. It has led them to offer the same broad range of products and services in Mexico, in addition to full border crossing services, including customs paperwork processing. The network of Mexican facilities includes the following:
Additional cities targeted for expansion include Reynosa, Chihuahua and Guadalajara. Each facility is fully staffed with experienced workers in sub-assembly, wire harness assembly, kitting and bagging, quality inspection, management of returned goods and containers, and other value added services. Importantly, the staff is bilingual and members of senior management are U.S. citizens who have extensive experience working in Mexico. How Does this Create Value for You? Maquiladoras (U.S. companies doing business in Mexico) benefit from using MPS as their logistics partner in the Mexican market. Through its relationship with PPGI, MPS has positioned itself in a way to open up the Mexican market yet eliminate hassles. With warehouses and a corporate operation in Mexico, MPS makes the exporting and importing of goods a seamless process, rather than something that required multiple steps and the participation of all parties involved. Then, the warehousing, servicing and distribution of goods is provided by the same, sole source. This can manifest in several ways. Distributors: Reasons distributors may look to expand into Mexico included a need to satisfy a key customer who wants a presence for local supply, a goal to expand business with a current customer by servicing them in Mexico, or a recognition of growth opportunities that would arise. However, it may not be economically feasible to lease warehouse space and hire employees based on the current or projected sales volume. Additionally, how would you know where to find the right people to hire, and are you confident in your knowledge of all the Mexican laws, especially labor laws? The strategic answer, then, is to contract with a company like MPS. Their solutions entail contract warehousing with added benefits. MPS imports, warehouses, delivers and processes paperwork for all inventory. MPS also provides inspection, kitting/bagging, sub-assembly and wire harness assembly services as desired. Manufacturers: There are also several reasons why manufacturers may be taking a new look at Mexico of finding themselves dissatisfied with their current methods or doing business across the border. You may have a customer who requires local product inventories, or you may be a rep who sees many opportunities across the border but needs help with exporting and importing in addition to warehouse space for those manufacturers you represent. For greater convenience and ease of product delivery, a company like MPS is the easily accessible solution. MPS Logistics' Supplier Mall houses manufacturers' products until MPS delivers them on a JIT basis. MPS then gives shipping notification for customer billing. Quality inspections are provided as well as cleaning and management of returnable containers. Handling and reworking of returned goods is also managed. Both: Warehousing and all other MPS services can be customized for the most practical and cost effective solution. For instance, if you are a manufacturer in Chicago who is selling gloves through Mexican distributors, you still need to cross the border and store the gloves in Mexico. You will find that a central distribution hub can offer better control and assume the border crossing responsibilities you previously held. Finished goods warehousing and distribution with all-inclusive border crossing services becomes the easiest and most comprehensive choice. In another example, if you distribute electrical components, you can contract for warehouse space, packaging services and JIT delivery to new customers without increasing your infrastructure. Easier Way to Grow and Satisfy Customers. Current practices force you and your customers to navigate the border with your inventory. This becomes a complicated hassle which inconveniences all parties. In contrast, the position which MPS Logistics has craved for itself is unique and can add value to all manufactures and distributors. Using MPS as a solid channel through which to expand into Mexico without making brick and mortar and employee investments will eliminate these border hassles, provide accessibility and convenience, and unleash new opportunities for sales growth. MPS Logistics is a global distribution and logistics company offering inventory management solutions, sub-assembly, packaging and specialized logistics services to OEM's world-wide. The Company's presence in Mexico provides a unique opportunity for manufacturers and other distributors to expand across the border without complications or added infrastructure. They can be reached at 1-800-MPSLOG-1, or via the Internet at www.mpslogistics.com.
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