5 Reasons Why Made in Is the Ideal Platform for Nearshoring in North America
As New York City gears up for another transformative NYC TECH WEEK, the spotlight is now on the future of manufacturing and supply chains. For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) based in NYC, the post-pandemic era has revealed vulnerabilities in relying heavily on offshore production—especially from Asia. Rising tariffs, political uncertainty, and long shipping times are driving a new trend: nearshoring.
Enter Made in — a platform designed to connect brands with reliable manufacturers across North America, helping SMEs regain control, cut lead times, and boost resilience.
Here are five compelling reasons why Made.in is the platform your business needs in this new industrial era.
1. NYC SMEs Are Facing Real Supply Chain Vulnerabilities
New York is home to over 200,000 SMEs, many of them in industries like fashion, consumer goods, furniture, and specialty manufacturing. According to NYC Small Business Services and the U.S. Census Bureau:
- Fashion & apparel: 90%+ rely on Asian imports (China, Vietnam, Bangladesh).
- Home goods & furniture: 65% sourced from China and Eastern Europe.
- Promotional products & packaging: 75% imported, mainly from Southeast Asia.
With global freight costs remaining unpredictable and new U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods looming in 2025, local businesses risk higher costs and longer delays.
Made.in offers an alternative sourcing strategy—one that's closer, faster, and better aligned with U.S. values and standards.
2. Made in Enables True Nearshoring With Verified North American Manufacturers
We’ve built a network of vetted, trustworthy manufacturers in Mexico, the U.S., and Canada, specialized in:
- Textiles and apparel
- Plastics and injection molding
- Wood and furniture
- Electronics and prototyping
- Sustainable packaging
Each manufacturer goes through our quality control process, ensuring they meet export standards and can scale with demand. By using Made.in, NYC SMEs can:
- Reduce delivery times by up to 60%
- Cut shipping costs by up to 40%
- Avoid future tariff increases on Asian imports
This is how Made in delivers trusted nearshoring at scale.
3. Smart Matching to the Right Supplier in Minutes
Unlike traditional sourcing agents or Alibaba-style platforms, Made.in uses AI-powered matching to instantly connect you with the right manufacturing partner based on:
- Materials
- Product category
- Manufacturing processes
- Minimum order quantities
- Lead times and certifications
This saves weeks of back-and-forth and eliminates the risk of miscommunication or fraud.
4. Full-Service Support: From Quote to Delivery
Made.in isn't just a marketplace—it's a complete supply chain partner. We support your journey with:
- Instant quoting tools
- Payment protection
- Financing options
- Logistics and customs integration
- Transparent communication in your language
Whether you're an emerging fashion brand in Brooklyn or a growing DTC company in Queens, you can focus on designing and selling—while we handle the rest.
5. Launching at NYC TECH WEEK: Built for You
We’re proud to announce that Made in will officially launch during NYC TECH WEEK 2025, bringing together founders, buyers, and makers to experience the power of North American production.
This is more than a platform—it's a movement to reindustrialize the region, empower local economies, and bring manufacturing back within reach of ambitious NYC-based businesses.
It’s Time to Nearshore with Confidence
Global supply chains are shifting—and NYC businesses must shift with them.
If you’re a brand, product designer, or growing SME tired of unreliable overseas suppliers, it’s time to explore the benefits of Made.in: the most efficient nearshoring platform built specifically for companies like yours.
Find reliable manufacturers, speed up your time to market, and take control of your production again.
👉 Register for early access now or visit our team at NYC TECH WEEK to see the future of manufacturing, live.