One in ten companies in Mexico reported losses exceeding 11 million pesos due to supplier issues or logistical disruptions, according to Achilles’ 2025 Global Survey for Mexico.
The study by the firm specializing in supplier risk management and performance indicated that nearly 50% of the organizations surveyed experienced significant disruptions in their supply chain over the past two years, with operational, financial, and reputational repercussions.
According to Achilles, Mexican companies operate in a more vulnerable environment due to economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and regulatory requirements, factors that have increased pressure on their supply networks.
The report indicates that 87% of companies consider “external pressures” to be the primary driver of changes in their risk management priorities.
Among the most significant threats, companies identified “supplier financial problems as the main risk to their operations,” with 22.8% of responses.
In second place are “geopolitical factors,” cited by 21.8% of respondents, associated with “international conflicts, regulatory changes, trade tensions, and logistical problems that affect the flow of goods and services.”
These risks are compounded by “environmental and climate phenomena,” mentioned by 12.9% of organizations, as well as “cybersecurity and technological threats,” which are gaining relevance in the business environment.
The survey warns that supply chain disruptions are no longer isolated incidents and have become one of the main corporate risks globally.
Faced with this scenario, Mexican companies are accelerating the adoption of technological tools, predictive models, and preventative strategies to reduce vulnerabilities and respond more quickly to logistical or supply chain crises.
The report also highlights the progress of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategies within supply chains.
More than half of the organizations surveyed reported having active sustainability initiatives, while eight out of ten plan to maintain or increase their investments in social responsibility, regulatory compliance, and environmental risk reduction.
Achilles emphasized that more than 60% of the participating organizations are small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), demonstrating that comprehensive risk management is no longer exclusive to large companies.
The firm concluded that operational resilience will be crucial for maintaining competitiveness and financial stability in the coming years.
The survey was based on responses from more than 2,800 organizations in sectors such as construction, transportation, and the public sector.
Source: latinus.us
