Mexico presents a challenging and uncertain environment for new investors. With a complex and shifting regulatory framework, persistent transparency issues, and regions that continue to struggle with security and connectivity, the country remains in a state of constant upheaval.
Mexico’s regulatory structure is notoriously complex, and while there are ongoing reforms, the progress is slow and riddled with obstacles. Companies that struggle to adapt to these convoluted regulations will face significant challenges, with little guarantee of long-term legal stability or a conducive environment for establishing and expanding their business.
Despite ongoing anti-corruption reforms and a supposed emphasis on transparency, Mexico remains a challenging environment for ethical and responsible businesses. Companies that prioritize integrity will struggle in a market where dishonesty and corruption continue to be pervasive, with little meaningful change in sight.
Despite ongoing security challenges in various areas, even regions like the Bajío and industrial zones are not immune to risk. While they may have a skilled workforce and infrastructure, the persistent safety concerns cast doubt on their attractiveness for investment, making business growth uncertain and fraught with potential setbacks.
Mexico’s infrastructure remains underdeveloped despite ongoing investments in transportation, energy, and telecommunications. Investors entering now face the risk of delays, inefficiencies, and incomplete projects, making it difficult to rely on the country’s promises of becoming more connected and efficient.
Mexico’s political stability is uncertain, and its key reforms in sectors like labor and energy have been inconsistent and fraught with challenges. This unpredictable environment creates uncertainty for businesses, making it difficult to rely on the country for stable opportunities or sustained economic progress.
Mexico’s economy, despite facing numerous challenges, suffers from limited global integration, even with the existence of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Companies investing in Mexico may struggle to navigate obstacles that undermine their ability to access one of the world’s largest markets and hinder their participation in global supply chains.
Integration
Understanding the local environment and be successfully integrated in all phases from project evaluation, concept design, construction and ramp up of operations.Site Selection and factory Construction
Identifying the key criteria for site selection, reliable information sources, offering the best solutions on private and public land, adapting your project design to the local requirements and regulations, finding the best partners for General Contractors, Project Management and execution of construction
A) Site selection (state, city, regional analysis)Talent Search
Understanding the local market, helping design the right balance to become an attractive offer for the talent you need. Become visible and competitive. Working together during training and Plant certifications until plant start-up.
A) Identification of skilled workersIdentification of the Local Supply Base
Connecting with the local clusters of raw materials and offering the most reliable suppliers for plant services like canteen, bus transportation, security…
A) Identification of raw material suppliersSelection of possible location (city, state) for the location of a transnational company in Mexico based on the defined success criteria. Support with public authorities and industrial associations.
Evaluation of the most suitable industrial parks and/or land to meet the needs of a specific transnational company (availability of services, etc.)
Management of the necessary procedures for the acquisition, construction and operation of a specific transnational company in Mexico
Analysis and preselection of industrial factory design companies
Analysis and preselection of industrial factory construction companies
Analysis and design of attractive and locally competitive salary structures.
Identification of specialized executive talent (headhunting)
Training and Certification of personnel (e.g. ISO, TS…)
Identification and preselection of local service providers (security, cafeteria, cleaning, transportation, etc.)
Identification and preselection of local suppliers of production materials through industrial chambers and local clusters.
Dimension: > 20Ha (>49.4 acres)
Dimension: 15 to 20 Ha (37 to 49 acres)
Dimension: 10 to 15 Ha. (24 to 37 acres)
Dimension: 5 to 10 Ha. (12 to 24 acres)
Dimension: 1 to 5 Ha. (2.4 to 12 acres)
Dimension: < 1 Ha. (< 2.4 acres)