Whether you’re thinking about nearshoring or are exploring manufacturing options for the first time, you may be curious whether plant tours are worth the time and effort. In most cases, the answer is yes! You can learn a lot from touring a plant and gauging the quality of the facility. A plant tour also provides a much-needed opportunity to speak with the manager about any questions, concerns, or expectations you may have. If you’re ready to determine whether contract manufacturing in Mexico is the right option for your company, the CaliBaja team is here to help. Here, we share more about why it’s important to tour a plant, and how to schedule a tour of one of our locations:
Why You Should Schedule a Plant Tour
Your supply chain partners play a critical role in the success of your brand. Your manufacturing partner should have expertise in your industry and have a strong track record in project management. When you choose a qualified contract manufacturer in Mexico (particularly in a border region), you’ll enjoy the added perk of clear communication. Part of what makes manufacturing plants overseas such a frustrating experience is that there’s often a language barrier. We’re owned and operated by a U.S.-based family, and we’re always happy to answer your questions and provide a comprehensive tour.
What You Can Learn From Touring the Facility
Although it takes time and resources to travel to a manufacturing facility, the cost is often more than worth it. When you arrange a walkthrough of a plant, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure the most fruitful experience.
First: consider approaching the tour with an open mind. Although you may go in with certain questions or expectations in mind, it’s common to have a shift in perspective once you have the chance to see the operations in real time. You may discover that you have an entirely new set of questions, or realize that operations aren’t what you expected but are more efficient or innovative than you’d pictured. Perhaps the most important benefit of a facility tour is the opportunity to meet the team, see them in action, and gain an understanding of the plant’s processes.
If you’re ready to reap the benefits of nearshoring or find a supply chain partner close to home right from the start, we’d love to help! Our team offers contract manufacturing in Mexico, and we’ve been an industry leader for more than 40 years. Throughout our decades in business, we’ve built a highly experienced team and have amassed multiple locations to better serve our clients’ unique goals and budgets. If you’d like to learn more about how we can help, please contact us to schedule a consultation. If we determine that we’re a good fit, we can proceed to the facility tour so you can see our processes firsthand and ask any questions you may have.
