Introduction
Taiwanese electronics giant Inventec has announced plans to invest up to USD $85 million in a new server manufacturing facility in Texas, highlighting the growing wave of Taiwanese original design manufacturers (ODMs) expanding in the United States.
This move reflects a broader strategy by tech firms to diversify supply chains, strengthen ties with U.S. clients, and avoid trade tensions with China.
ODM (Original Design Manufacturer) refers to a company that designs and manufactures a product as specified, which is then rebranded and sold by another company. This model allows brands to bring products to market without investing heavily in product design or manufacturing infrastructure. Inventec, a major ODM from Taiwan, designs and manufactures servers, laptops, and other electronics.
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Overview
Inventec plans to invest USD $85 million in Texas to build a server production plant.
Proximity to Mexico and stable power supply influenced the site selection.
Inventec joins other major Taiwanese ODMs expanding in the U.S., including Foxconn, Quanta, Wistron, Wiwynn, and Compal.
The new plant may start operations in late 2025, boosting local tech manufacturing.
Only Pegatron remains without a confirmed U.S. manufacturing footprint.
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Inventec’s Move Reflects a Manufacturing Shift
Inventec, one of Taiwan’s top ODMs, will set up its new base in Texas. The decision supports the company’s goal to serve growing U.S. demand for servers used in AI, data centers, and cloud computing.
The location offers access to North American supply chains via Mexico and benefits from reliable electricity — key for data hardware production.
Inventec may lease an existing facility to speed up operations. According to Economic Daily News, the plant could begin server assembly by late 2025.
Taiwanese ODMs Boost U.S. Production
Inventec is not alone. Several Taiwanese ODMs have ramped up U.S. investments in recent years:
Foxconn: In March, its subsidiary Ingrasys Technology spent USD 142 million to buy land and buildings in Houston. Chairman Young Liu expects capital expenditure to grow 20%+ this year as demand rises for U.S.-based production.
Quanta Computer: Quanta was first among peers to expand stateside. It invested USD 1.23 billion in 2024 alone, according to UDN News. It now runs facilities in California and Tennessee, says MoneyDJ.
Wistron: Earlier this April, Wistron approved a USD 50 million investment for a new subsidiary, WIUS, its first major AI hardware facility in the U.S.
Wiwynn: In February, Wiwynn finalized plans for its first Texas plant under WYMUS, pledging USD 300 million.
Compal: Compal recently invested USD 10 million to expand its Indiana subsidiary and is reportedly eyeing AMD’s AI server unit for possible acquisition.
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U.S. Market Becomes a Priority
The expansion trend began after former President Trump pushed for more local tech production through tariffs and economic pressure.
These policies encouraged ODMs to shift part of their supply chain out of China and closer to major U.S. customers like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google.
By moving operations to the U.S., ODMs aim to improve delivery times, reduce geopolitical risks, and support American reshoring goals.
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Conclusion
Inventec USD $85 million investment adds momentum to a growing U.S. manufacturing trend among Taiwanese ODMs.
As tech demand continues to rise, especially in AI and cloud services, companies like Inventec are positioning themselves closer to key markets.
With only Pegatron yet to move, the Taiwanese ODM wave may soon reshape the future of American tech production.
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