Turtle Fur, a company specializing in garment production, faced a unique challenge in managing their labor pool. Their production needs fluctuated seasonally, requiring a workforce that could scale up or down by 20% to accommodate the demands of each season. However, maintaining a large labor crew year-round proved to be financially impractical for Turtle Fur. […]
Seats Incorporated Case Study
In 2017, NovaLink initiated a partnership with Seats, Incorporated, a prominent OEM and contract manufacturer specializing in seating solutions. Seats faced a distinct challenge – a surge in business that exceeded their available resources. This presented a pressing need for a solution to address their capacity constraints. Over a period of 10 weeks, NovaLink collaborated […]
Contract Manufacturing in Mexico: A Cost-Effective and Efficient Way to Grow Your Business
In today’s global economy, many US-based companies are seeking ways to reduce costs and increase efficiency. One way to accomplish this is through contract manufacturing in Mexico. This business model allows companies to outsource their manufacturing operations to Mexico, where labor and production costs are typically lower. In this blog post, we’ll explore the benefits […]
Understanding Section 232 and Its Impact on Manufacturing in Mexico
Section 232 is a lesser-known trade policy that has recently created waves in industries like steel and automotive manufacturing. This brief but powerful section of U.S. trade law gives the President authority to impose tariffs and quotas that restrict certain imports. This is if they are considered threats to national security. As the current administration […]
Outsourcing Manufacturing Options: Nearshore Manufacturing, Offshore. What’s the Difference?
Globalization has increased the number of options available to businesses when it comes to outsourcing manufacturing of their products. Depending on the company’s priorities and needs, companies can choose between nearshore, offshore, and onshore manufacturing. A company seeking to make an informed decision about their outsourcing manufacturing strategy must understand the differences between each of […]