Nearshoring

Nearshoring consists of moving factories from the country of origin to a nearby one where everything is cheaper: worker wages, electricity and fuels, inputs... and even taxes. What is "Nearshoring" in Logistics? Nearshoring in logistics refers to the strategy of moving logistics and production operations to locations geographically close to the company's country of origin. Types of Nearshoring Nearshoring can be classified into several types according to geographical location and the nature of the operations transferred. Some of the common types include: Regional: Refers to moving operations to countries or regions geographically close to the country of origin. For example, a company in Europe moving activities to neighboring countries. Proximity: Involves moving operations to geographically close locations within the same country. This can apply at the state or regional level. Vertical: Focuses on outsourcing specific activities in the supply chain, such as component manufacturing, to nearby locations. Functions Control Terrestre, as a logistics company, can use nearshoring in various ways: Regional Logistics Centers: Establishes logistics centers in strategic locations close to target markets to streamline goods distribution. Efficient Land Routes: Plans shorter and more direct land routes to reduce transportation costs and improve delivery times. Local Inventory Management: Adapts inventory management to regional demands, optimizing product availability in a localized manner.