Posts by Alan Russell
321 Program – Hidden Opportunity in Mexico Revealed
Economics of a little known program and perfectly legal piece of legislation has surfaced that provides multiple benefits for U.S. companies fitting the following profile: Importing finished products from China into the U.S. Products have a retail sales value of $800 or less. Prefer to reduce labor costs 75% for processing, packaging, and shipping […]
Who loses in the trade war between China and the United States?
The trade war between China and the United States has intensified in recent days, with both countries announcing new tariffs on the other’s products. Quoting Jim Glassman, Head Economist, Commercial Banking, May 15, 2019: “Trade negotiations with China stalled on Friday, leading the Trump administration to impose a 25 percent tariff on approximately $200 billion […]
Economic Impact of the USMCA will be positive
A recently completed report by the US International Trade Commission (ITC) has determined that the economic impact of the USMCA will result in inclusive growth of the economies of the three signatory nations. On April 18, 2019, the United States International Trade Commission published its final report on the US-Mexico-Canada Treaty (USMCA). The ITC issued […]
Why Mexico? 10 reasons to invest in Mexico
According to a recent World Investment Report of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), Mexico is one of the top developing nations in which to invest. If your firm is currently analyzing new markets in which to commit production resources, consider the following 10 reasons why investing in Mexico is a good […]
China Manufacturing Moving to Mexico
China Manufacturing Moving to Mexico The Dilemma: Today we are seeing U.S. manufacturers possibly facing 10%-25% tariffs on imports from China that were free of tariffs until recently. Discussions with several of these companies reveal that their shrinking margins are creating concerns for their financial futures. These conditions of unrest may be short-term but, history […]
China Manufacturing in Mexico
China Manufacturing in Mexico – Market Evolution China manufacturing in Mexico would not have been discussed twenty years ago. Natural market evolution has created a notable paradigm shift where companies currently manufacturing in China are reviewing the benefits of moving manufacturing from China to Mexico. The forces of tariffs are uncloaking the benefits of China manufacturing […]
Tecma and The England Aerospace Conference July 22-26, 2018
MexicoNow is publishing a special aerospace edition to be distributed at the England Aerospace Conference. Recognizing that an increasing number of companies in Europe are reviewing labor cost savings in Mexico, Tecma elected to participate in the publication. It starts at Farnborough. July 16-22, 2018 Being the largest industry event on the aerospace calendar in […]
Mexico Shelter Services Provider Promotes From Within
The Tecma Group, a Mexico Shelter Services Provider, Expands It’s Leadership Team With New Promotions Founder K. Alan Russell to be named Chairman and CEO; longtime employees Mark Earley and Jose Grajeda to become President and COO (EL PASO, Texas) – Today, the Tecma Group of Companies, a Mexico Shelter Services Provider headquartered in El Paso, […]
Progressive Mexico
NAFTA In Motion: One vision. One mission. One North America.
Alan Russell Selected as Guest Speaker Alan Russell, Co-Founder of the Tecma Group of Companies was invited to be a guest speaker at the MexicoNow event in El Paso, Texas. An audience of over 500 interested listeners heard Alan describe NAFTA and taxation issues. The video plays for 30 minutes and is a valuable view […]
Gracias Amigos!
This testimonial from Cropper Medical displays that sensitivity to the culture of Mexico along with sound management practices produces results that any company would love to achieve. Alan, In business, we always hear more about problems than we do about successes. It is rare to get a call or communication about good news. Well, I […]
Tecma Sponsored Team at the Regional Robotic Championship
Tecma Sponsored Team at the Regional Robotic Championship The Tecma Group of Companies, as part of its commitment to supporting the community of El Paso, is proud to announce that Tecma’s El Paso team of 7th and 8th graders, competing against high school teams, won the Regional Championship at the University of Texas-El Paso. This […]
Manufacturing in Silao
Manufacturing in Silao has expanded significantly in recent years. The city is a favorite of firms that seek to invest in the Mexican state of Guanajuato. As a whole, over the last five years, Guanajuato has landed and consolidated 245 foreign investment projects that have accounted for a total capital investment of $11.7 billion and […]
NAFTA Collapse Does Not Reverse Manufacturing Migration
Even a NAFTA Collapse Won’t Keep Companies From Moving to Mexico As NAFTA Negotiations continue on into November the world is anxiously watching progress with some leaders voicing concerns about a NAFTA collapse. If the parties choose to walk away and cancel the North American Free Trade Agreement just what would be the effect? Thomas […]
The NAFTA RULES of Origin: What are they and why are they important?
NAFTA RULES OF ORIGIN One of the highest priorities cited by the Trump administration regarding the ongoing renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement between the United States, Canada, and Mexico concerns the tightening of the NAFTA Rules of Origin. WHAT ARE RULES OF ORIGIN? “Rules of origin are agreed upon guidelines that define […]
NAFTA Renegotiations Underway in Washington
Credit for this article on NAFTA Renegotiations is given to Britton Clarke of the Border Trade Alliance in Washington, D.C. August 21, 2017 NAFTA Renegotiations Underway in Washington Representatives from the US, Canada and Mexico gathered in Washington on Wednesday-Sunday for the first round of NAFTA renegotiations. USA USTR Robert Lighthizer struck a pessimistic tone […]
Setting up Manufacturing in Mexico in a Maquiladora
Setting up Manufacturing in Mexico in a Maquiladora Setting up manufacturing in Mexico in a Maquiladora seems like a complex puzzle for some and a simple step for others. The difference is how one approaches the issue. First, let’s explore why a company would consider moving its manufacturing to Mexico. Availability of a motivated, honest […]
Border Adjustment Tax vs. Advantages of Manufacturing in Mexico
Border Adjustment Tax vs. The Unmistakable Advantages of Manufacturing in Mexico In recent months, there has been talk about the US federal government implementing a border adjustment tax to address the problem of US companies outsourcing manufacturing jobs to Mexico. Yet Mexico offers US companies distinct and unmistakable advantages that will more than offset such […]
US Job Growth Outpacing Skilled Labor
There is a paradox regarding US job growth. Unemployment is on the decline, yet employers commonly report hiring challenges for skilled labor and other roles. Many college graduates are only working part-time jobs outside their area of study. With talk of bringing skilled labor jobs back home and renegotiating foreign trade deals, the question must […]
Are NAFTA Renegotiations Likely?
Incoming US President, Donald Trump, has made NAFTA renegotiations a central plank in his campaign platform. But how likely is it that dramatic changes to NAFTA will occur in the near future? While some believe NAFTA must go, others have pointed out the inter-connectedness of the North American economies and how difficult dismantling or drastically […]