- We provide site selection and location analysis services to companies which are seeking new expansion sites, relocation of activities or selective consolidations.
- We provide a detailed framework for substantiating a location decision while maintaining the necessary flexibility.
- Our methodology is split into different parts.
• Stage 1 : definition of the project and key criteria
o Areas of interest
o Contact and initial screening
o Request detailed proposals
o Identification of potential candidates
• Stage 2 : initial investigations
o Visit to locations to identify physical, operational and community conditions
o Detailed property evaluations
o New definition of potential candidates
o Initial incentives analysis
o Initial negotiations
o Identification of finalist locations
• Stage 3 : complete investigations
o Financial proposal and negotiation
o Determination of a preferred location
• Stage 4 : finalization
o Memorandum of understanding / agreement
o Real estate transaction
Some of the factors we will consider throughout the process are :
o Sites and/or building suitability
o Site preparation
o Utility infrastructure (availability, capacity, cost, reliability)
o Transportation infrastructure
o Demographics
o Labor markets (availability, quality, costs)
o Training resources and delivery
o Education (primary, secondary, post-secondary)
o Taxes
o Financing opportunities
o Amenities (e.g., medical services, housing availability and cost, etc.)
o Leadership and political climate
o Incentives
