It is suggested that companies meet with a union representative while preparing to do business in Mexico. In some scenarios, companies beginning operations may invite a union to represent their employees. Any company in Mexico with 20 or more employees can be unionized, and if you don't work with a trusted union from the get-go, you can sometimes come across harder negotiations. The so called “white unions” in Mexico are known for a cooperative business relationship with employers. The “red unions” have a reputation for harder negotiating positions and work stoppages. While unions tend to be far more cooperative than their American or European counterparts they can be expected to bargain hard for wage and benefit improvements. Overall, the goal is to find solutions that consider the health and success of the business. Understand the considerations for working with labor unions in Mexico