Index Juárez

What Index Juárez does

Index Juárez (Asociación de Maquiladoras, A.C., operating as AMAC) is a non-profit industry association founded on February 7, 1974, headquartered in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico. It represents approximately 200 maquiladora (export-manufacturing) companies that collectively account for more than 200,000 jobs in the Ciudad Juárez border region, serving as the recognized industry interlocutor with federal, state, and municipal authorities on issues including IMMEX regulatory compliance, customs and foreign trade, workforce training, and municipal tax matters such as the ISN (Impuesto Sobre Nómina) review.

The association's core services span four areas: (i) regulatory and trade advisory (IMMEX compliance, customs, ISN tax cooperation with the Chihuahua state government); (ii) workforce development through Universidad Index Juárez — including the 2026 cycle with UTCJ and a Skilling Center partnership with TecMilenio — plus an expanded training catalog covering Power BI, Ciberseguridad, and Finanzas para No Financieros; (iii) labor-market intermediation via an employment portal (built on WordPress with the WP Job Manager plugin) and large employment fairs co-organized with the Municipality of Juárez that channel 1,500 to 8,000 vacancies per event; and (iv) member intelligence and recognition, delivered through infogram-based statistics, news/blog content, and events such as the Presea Jaime Bermúdez Cuarón. In 2025 the Secretariat of Economy authorized the association to use the Hecho en México mark, adding a regulatory/distinction service line.

The business model is membership-dues driven, segmented into active members (maquiladora companies) and affiliated members (support firms such as banks, tax, customs, and legal advisors). The organization runs lean: 15 staff employees coordinated by an Executive Director, a volunteer President, and 18 board members elected by the General Assembly. Technology is commodity web infrastructure (WordPress, WP Job Manager, infogram) with no disclosed proprietary platform, AI/ML capability, or data products. Revenue is not publicly disclosed.

Name

Index Juárez

Legal name

Asociación de Maquiladoras, A.C.

Website

https://indexjuarez.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Index Juárez (AMAC) is a non-profit industry association founded in 1974 that represents approximately 200 maquiladora companies generating over 200,000 jobs in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, delivering regulatory compliance, customs advisory, workforce training, and government advocacy services to its manufacturing-sector members.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Ciudad Juárez

HQ country

Mexico

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership dues: Index Juárez is a non-profit association (Asociación de Maquiladoras, A.C.) that generates revenue through membership fees paid by active members (maquiladora companies) and affiliated members (support companies such as banks, tax firms, customs agencies, and legal firms).

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Index Juárez is a non-profit industry trade association (Asociación de Maquiladoras, A.C.) representing approximately 200 maquiladora and export-manufacturing companies in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua, Mexico. It provides member companies with customs and foreign trade advisory services, regulatory compliance support (IMMEX, PROSEC, OEA, VAT/IEPS certifications), workforce training and educational programs (Universidad Index Juárez), weekly industry statistical reports, government liaison at federal/state/municipal levels, an employment/job portal, and industry networking events such as forums and sports tournaments. Revenue is generated primarily through membership dues paid by active maquiladora members and affiliated support companies.

Product overview

Index Juárez (Asociación de Maquiladoras, A.C.) is a non-profit industry association representing approximately 200 maquiladora companies employing over 200,000 workers in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua. The organization does not offer a unified software product but provides a portfolio of services including statistical infograms (weekly PDF reports on employment, wages, border crossings, and IMMEX data), customs and foreign trade advisory services (IMMEX/PROSEC programs, VAT/IEPS certification, OEA certification), an employment portal for job listings, Universidad Index Juárez educational programs in partnership with UTCJ and TecMilenio, sports tournaments, and industry forums such as FODFA and IMMEX forums. The association serves as a liaison between the manufacturing industry and government authorities, offering compliance support, training, and networking events for its member companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Infogramas (Weekly Statistical Reports) Weekly statistical reports published in PDF format covering key industry metrics including border crossings, formal employment (IMSS), IMMEX occupied personnel, wages, and establishment data for Ciudad Juárez. Used by member companies for benchmarking and decision-making.
• Customs and Foreign Trade Services (Aduanas) Specialized customs advisory and management services including IMMEX and PROSEC program authorization, VAT and IEPS certification, OEA (Authorized Economic Operator) certification, merchandise customs clearance registration and renewal, Article 99 LGA calculations, importer registry updates, ANAM services, and liaison with SAT, AGACE, and other government authorities for import/export operations.
• Employment Portal (Empleos / Vinculación) Online job board and workforce linkage platform connecting maquiladora companies with potential candidates, featuring listings across categories including administration, customs/logistics, engineering/production, and planning/buying roles. Includes employer onboarding, job posting management, and tutorial videos accessible through vinculacion.indexjuarez.com.
• Universidad Index Juárez Educational program developed in partnership with Universidad Tecnológica de Ciudad Juárez (UTCJ) and TecMilenio, offering industrial visits, specialized training modules, and certification courses to strengthen talent development between academia and the manufacturing sector. Includes courses such as 'Finanzas para No Financieros,' 'Liderazgo para el Bienestar Laboral,' 'Power BI,' and 'Ciberseguridad.'
• Magno Torneo Deportivo Index Juárez Annual multi-sport tournament for member companies featuring football, basketball, and volleyball competitions among approximately 142 teams and 2,200 athletes, fostering networking and community relations among member organizations.
• Revista Index Juárez Digital magazine publication showcasing industry news, member company achievements, and association activities, hosted on Calaméo platform for member and public consumption.
• Foro de Facilitación Aduanera (FODFA) Dialogue forum connecting customs authorities with manufacturing industry representatives to discuss trade facilitation, customs processes, and cross-border logistics optimization.
• Foro IMMEX Tributario y de Comercio Exterior Annual forum addressing IMMEX regulatory updates, tax matters, and foreign trade compliance for the export manufacturing industry.
• Vinculación Services (Workforce Linkage) Workforce linkage services including job posting management, employer onboarding, and tutorial videos for the employment platform, accessible through vinculacion.indexjuarez.com.

Named customers9 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and minor.

• Universidad Tecnológica de Ciudad Juárez (UTCJ)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Index Juárez and UTCJ jointly developed 'Universidad Index Juárez,' an educational program through UTCJ's Innovation Education area. The program strengthens academic and professional preparation of students through experiences directly linked to the productive sector. It includes industrial visits, specialized training modules, and certification programs. In 2026, the program ran its second module with visits to Harman 2, covering areas of IT, Mechatronics, and Commercial Operations.
• Government of Ciudad Juárez (Municipio de Juárez)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Index Juárez works closely with the Municipal Government on infrastructure projects, employment fairs (Feria de Empleo offering ~1,500-8,000 vacancies), scholarship programs, and community development initiatives. María Teresa Delgado, Vice President of Index Juárez, leads coordination efforts. Tania Maldonado Garduño, Director of Municipal Economic Development, participates in alliance-building meetings.
• TecMilenio (Skilling Center)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Index Juárez and TecMilenio collaborate on multiple training and education initiatives, including courses such as 'Finanzas para No Financieros,' 'Liderazgo para el Bienestar Laboral,' 'Power BI,' and 'Ciberseguridad.' TecMilenio also partners with Index Juárez and the Municipal Government to offer scholarships of up to 80% for youth, employees, and community members to access higher education.
• Secretaría de Economía (Ministry of Economy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndex Juárez provides support for IMMEX program approvals (new authorizations, address changes, closures, sector manufacturer registrations, sensitive goods import extensions) and PROSEC authorizations. The association facilitates certification for IVA and IEPS through the SAT's AGACE authority, and assists with OEA (Authorized Economic Operator) certification. Index Juárez received authorization for the 'Hecho en México' mark from this ministry.
• IMSS (Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndex Juárez collaborates with IMSS on health initiatives including training courses on Safety and Hygiene Commissions (NOM-019-STPS-2011), workplace health programs, and the expansion of daycare facilities for female maquiladora workers.
• SAT (Servicio de Administración Tributaria)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndex Juárez provides support services for customs and tax compliance including: merchandise customs clearance registration and renewal, Article 99 LGA calculations, importer registry updates, ANAM (National Customs Agency) services including SOIA system access, and serves as an intermediary for filing documents with various government agencies via VUCEM.
• Instituto Nacional de Migración (INM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndex Juárez and INM conduct informational sessions for maquiladora industry representatives on immigration processes, work permit procedures for foreign personnel, and related compliance matters.
• Government of the State of ChihuahuacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndex Juárez collaborates with the State Government on economic development, ISN (payroll tax) usage review, and participated in the Investment Promotion Committee led by Myrna De Las Casas, Director of Index Chihuahua, appointed by President Claudia Sheinbaum to attract investments for the Welfare Development Poles.
• COESPRIS (Comisión Estatal para la Protección contra Riesgos Sanitarios)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndex Juárez partners with COESPRIS on sanitary compliance training for food handlers and the PROMESA (Pro México Sano) program for workplace health standards.
• Secretaría de Desarrollo Urbano y EcologíaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndex Juárez coordinates with this government body on environmental compliance, annual emissions reporting, and environmental regulatory training including the Cédula de Operación Anual (COA).
• Secretaría del Trabajo y Previsión Social (State)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndex Juárez works with the State Labor Ministry on labor law compliance, Ley Silla training, Infonavit reform updates, and workforce development programs.
• SEMARNAT (Secretaría de Medio Ambiente y Recursos Naturales)minorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndex Juárez coordinates with SEMARNAT on cross-border hazardous waste movements training and environmental regulatory compliance for member companies.
• InfonavitmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndex Juárez provides guidance on Infonavit procedures for member companies and participates in recognition programs such as 'Empresas de Diez Plus' recognizing exemplary employer compliance with housing fund obligations.
• Blumien InternacionalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in delivering the Power BI training course alongside Index Juárez. Blumien Internacional participated in awarding certificates to course participants.
• Global AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborated with Index Juárez's Foreign Trade Committee on the 'Actualizaciones de la Aduana Americana' (US Customs Updates) course for manufacturing and foreign trade professionals.
• AEDE (Agencia Estatal de Desarrollo Energético)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndex Juárez and AEDE collaborated on a presentation about the Voluntary Environmental Compliance Program (Programa de Cumplimiento Ambiental Voluntario) for member companies.
• SIMPRO Consultores en Tecnología DocumentalminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerCollaborated with Index Juárez on the Documentary Workshop for member companies, focusing on document management and compliance.
• DIGIPRIS / COFEPRISminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerIndex Juárez provides support for medical device import permits, pesticide/chemical import permits, sanitary operating notices, and regulatory compliance documentation for member companies through COFEPRIS.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• INDEX Nacional (Consejo Nacional de la Industria Maquiladora y Manufacturera de Exportación): National umbrella organization that coordinates all regional INDEX/AMAC maquiladora associations, including Index Juárez. Direct peer because Index Juárez is an affiliated chapter representing the same maquiladora constituency at a regional level.
• INDEX Chihuahua: State-level maquiladora association that operates alongside Index Juárez in Chihuahua. Direct peer with overlapping membership, advocacy, and training mandates within the same geography.
• INDEX Monterrey: Sister maquiladora industry association serving the Monterrey manufacturing cluster. Direct peer because it offers the same member services (IMMEX support, training, advocacy) to a different regional maquiladora base.
• INDEX Tijuana: Sister maquiladora association in another major US-Mexico border manufacturing hub. Direct peer offering analogous government liaison, customs, and workforce development services to its regional member companies.

Broad incumbents

• CANACINTRA (Cámara Nacional de la Industria de Transformación): National Mexican industrial chamber representing transforming industries broadly. Comparable as an industry association with advocacy, training, and compliance services, but covers a much wider industrial mandate than the maquiladora-specific focus of Index Juárez.
• CONCAMIN (Confederación de Cámaras Industriales): Confederation of Mexican industrial chambers, with overlapping advocacy and policy influence roles. Comparable as a higher-tier industry representative body, though broader in scope than Index Juárez's maquiladora-specific mandate.
• COPARMEX (Confederación Patronal de la República Mexicana): National employers' confederation representing business interests across Mexico. Comparable in providing advocacy, training, and member services, but with a cross-sector employer mandate rather than maquiladora-specific focus.
• U.S.-Mexico Chamber of Commerce: Binational chamber promoting US-Mexico trade and investment. Comparable in providing cross-border trade facilitation and advocacy services relevant to Index Juárez's maquiladora members, though it operates across multiple industries and geographies.
• CNIME (Cámara Nacional de la Industria de Manufactura y Exportación): Mexican chamber focused on manufacturing and export industries. Comparable in providing export-promotion and trade-compliance services to manufacturers, with an overlapping but broader mandate than the IMMEX-maquiladora-specific focus of Index Juárez.

Regional players

• Borderplex Alliance: US-side binational economic development organization covering the El Paso-Juárez region. Comparable as a regional advocate for maquiladora-linked cross-border manufacturing, with overlapping member companies and workforce development initiatives, but serves from the US side of the border.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/index-cd-juarez

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Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

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Investors

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