AlixPartners Expert to Present at The Offshore Group's 16th Annual Manufacturing in Mexico Summit

Mexico manufacturing experts to gather in Saltillo, Coahuila in October.

2010-09-10

TUCSON, AZ, September 10, 2010 (Press-News.org) Chas Spence, a director of AlixPartners LLP's Dallas, Texas office will be a featured speaker at The Offshore Group's 16th Annual Manufacturing in Mexico Summit. The event will take place from October 14th - 16th at the Quinta Real Hotel in the city of Saltillo, Coahuila. Mr. Spence will present the results of a study recently completed by the globally recognized consulting firm, "Manufacturing - Outsourcing Cost Index: Overview and Highlights".

A sampling of additional program topics which will be addressed at the Mexico Summit will include an accurate assessment and overview of the country's current security situation, industry/education partnerships, customs and transportation issues, the cost of operating a Mexican manufacturing facility, an overview of the Mexican automotive industry, as well as an examination of Mexico's foreign trade policies and their impact on the maquiladora industry.

Attendees at this year's event will have the opportunity to:

- Tour production facilities currently in operation
- Meet and interact with experienced Mexico manufacturing executives
- Benefit from an expert roster of speakers and topics
- Participate in personalized cost modeling exercises
- Network at a number of social gatherings and activities

Complete program information can be accessed at www.offshoregroup.com/summit.asp.

The Offshore Group is the largest provider of outsourced manufacturing support, or "shelter" services in Mexico. Currently 52 manufacturers are in production are at The Offshore Groups three industrial parks in Sonora and the city of Saltillo, Coahuila. Its Annual Manufacturing Summit is the largest gathering of maquiladora industry executives in Mexico. Through its Vangtel subsidiary The Offshore Group also offers services to companies occupying the call center, IT development and BPO markets.

Website: http://www.offshoregroup.com

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