Popping up everywhere: UPS is one of the secret ingredients in Slim Pop’s expansion

Explore how our logistics expertise helped this popcorn business grow
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Imagine this: You start a ready-to-eat popcorn brand ... and it becomes a household name. But with this rapid increase in sales, you struggle to keep up with demand and have to put your expansion plans on hold. 

This is what happened to Mexico-based Slim Popuntil they decided to make a change and ship with UPS

“The biggest challenge for our company has been managing the growth that we’ve fortunately experienced,” said César Villalobos, Director of Slim Pop. “Figuring out how to make the right decisions to keep growing has been difficult.” 

A perfect pair: While other logistics providers were intimidated by Slim Pop’s massive volume, UPS was up for the challenge. With the help of our extensive network, Slim Pop has gained access to new markets, making sure their products reach more stores and homes.  

Thanks to UPS, Slim Pop has been able to:  

💻 Simplify online orders with shipping solutions that help speed up delivery and improve customer experience. 

🗺 Expand into new markets like San Mateo Atenco, Nuevo León, Mérida and Mexico City, connecting with more customers and elevating their brand presence. 

Import new machinery from the U.S., helping them boost production and keep up with their growing demand. 

UPS is a logistics expert,” César said. “Having them as a strategic partner saves us from many of the problems we could encounter along the way.” 

Did you know? UPS is everywhere in Mexico! Here are a few examples:

  • Our acquisition of Estafeta, a leading express delivery service in the country, gives businesses access to global markets with seamless service and greater efficiency.  
  • UPS offers the widest range of delivery services in Mexico, giving businesses and customers the flexibility they need for their shipping options. 
  • Through our Connect SMBs program, selected businesses team up with students from Tecnológico de Monterrey to develop tailored business plans

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