Blog - CaliBaja

A Step-By-Step Guide to Getting Started With a Manufacturer in Mexico

If you’re ready to get your product into customers’ hands, developing a relationship with a manufacturing company is critical. If this is your first foray into manufacturing, you may be curious about what it takes to get your product to production. Assuming you’re happy with the design and prototype, the following steps are to find...

The Differences Between Shelter Manufacturing Companies and Contract Manufacturing

If you’re interested in manufacturing in Mexico, we’re here to help you however possible. Although our team at CaliBaja Manufacturing operates as a contract manufacturer, we often get questions about shelter companies in Mexico. We don’t offer shelter services, but we can help you understand the differences between these two business models. Here, we share...

Advantages of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA)

Mexico is one of the few countries that have had beneficial trade agreements with the United States. As of 2020, the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) replaced the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). This revised trade agreement has multiple advantages for these countries, and the United States stands to benefit from Mexico’s trade liberalization efforts....

Where Are Multinational Corporations Investing?

If you’re considering launching a product, you’re likely on the search for a quality manufacturing partner. Choosing a stable location is critical and can help you avoid many hiccups. Stability is just one piece of the puzzle, and another element you’ll want to look for is the level of investment an area is benefiting from....

Why Mexico Is a Stable Location For Manufacturing

If you’re ready to find a manufacturing partner, you may have heard about Mexico’s benefits. Mexico’s manufacturing capabilities continue to grow, and the country has recently surpassed China as the top trading partner to the U.S. Although China has long been considered the top choice for manufacturing, the tides have begun to change, and there...

What You Need to Know About Mexico’s Labor Force

If you’re ready to find a manufacturing partner or are considering nearshoring, manufacturing in Mexicali may be the solution you’ve been searching for. Mexico continues to grow its manufacturing capabilities, and it recently surpassed China as the number one trading partner of the United States. There are many benefits to manufacturing in Mexico, but one...

How Stable is Mexico Compared to Other Countries in Manufacturing?

Whether you’re preparing to launch your product or you’re thinking about relocating operations, it’s important to consider the geopolitical stability of your manufacturing partner. Unfortunately, many regions across the globe are experiencing turmoil due to wars and other types of upheaval. If you’d like to explore contract manufacturers in Mexico, our team would love to...

Mexico Becomes the Largest Trade Partner to the U.S.

The global manufacturing landscape has undergone significant changes during and post-pandemic. Now that the dust has settled a bit, one thing is clear: Mexico has surpassed China as the largest trade partner to the United States. This is exciting news, and can be a promising route to explore for many U.S.-based businesses. If you’re ready...

Is Transitioning From China to Mexico Right For Your Brand?

Thinking about exploring the possibility of nearshoring? If so, you’re not alone. An increasing number of companies of all sizes are choosing to move manufacturing from China to Mexico. If you’d like to learn more about contract manufacturing in Mexico, we’d love to help you determine if we’re the right fit for your business. Although...