Brazil sourcing Facts

Facts to consider for Brazil Sourcing

By www.dragonsourcing.com

Why Brazil Sourcing ?

 Brazil’s economic future depends on export.  It is one of the developed countries.  Brazil sourcing is remarkable for its signs of growth in the last few years.

Facts to consider for Brazil Sourcing

 Geographical Proximity .

 Labor Pool .  Labor Costs.

Geographical Proximity

 Brazil's proximity to the US makes it distinctly more accessible than more distant Asian locations.  It therefore qualifies as a "near shore" location for the US market.  It also includes Canada and various other Caribbean countries.

Labor Pool

ď ą With a population of 182 million growing at 1.1% per year, Brazil has an estimated educated workforce of 83 million. ď ą The country clearly has a substantial labor pool.

Labor Costs

 Brazil is cheaper than almost all other South American or European countries, with a 30% salary advantage cost over the US.  However it is not the cheapest option, with Indian locations benefiting for an additional 30% cost advantage.  The average salary for an "entry level" IT worker is about $9,000

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