Low-cost production is only one piece of a complex puzzle.
Like it or not, offshore production is a fact of life in manufacturing today. Volatile economic conditions have forced manufacturers in all industries to reassess traditional business models and focus on the bottom line. In most cases, the potential benefits of offshore assembly cannot be ignored.
By shifting production to China, India, Mexico, Slovakia and other locations, manufacturers can reduce operating costs, improve return on invested capital, appease shareholders, and quickly enter and exit growing or mature markets.