Location Analysis and Site Selection

Location analysis and site selection involves evaluating jurisdictions and industrial zones to identify the optimal location for a company’s operations. We deliver this service through a structured, multi-stage process that combines region-wide comparative data, cost modeling, policy benchmarking, and on-the-ground due diligence. Our consultants guide clients from initial screening to site visits and negotiation support, ensuring investment decisions align with strategic, operational, and financial goals.

We assess multiple quantitative and qualitative factors that determine long-term investment suitability:

• Total cost of operations (labor, tax, land, utilities, etc.)
• Regulatory environment and investment incentives
• Supply chain and infrastructure compatibility
• Workforce availability and skill levels
• Political stability and business continuity
• Industry cluster synergies and market access

Yes. We tailor every study to the sector in question—whether you’re evaluating ASEAN logistics hubs or assessing India’s industrial parks for manufacturing. Our team adjusts all benchmarking, compliance reviews, and risk profiles to account for industry-specific inputs like energy intensity, raw material availability, talent pools, and licensing timelines.

We maintain a proprietary database covering major investment destinations across the Asia–Pacific. This includes:

• China, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore, and Bangladesh
• Economic and free trade zones, high-tech parks, and city-level districts
• Detailed zone comparisons based on client priorities and operating requirements

We ensure analytical accuracy through a combination of internal models and local validation methods:

• Internal benchmarking tools validated by real client setups
• Live cost models using wage data, tax rates, and land costs
• Zone-level profiles maintained in collaboration with local teams
• Cross-verification with legal, HR, and tax advisory practices
• Site visits and direct dialogue with zone authorities

Yes. Scenario modeling is a core component of our approach. We apply risk-adjusted forecasting models to simulate the long-term impact of trade agreement changes, labor market shifts, or FX trends on your cost structure. Clients use these insights to stress test locations before committing capital.

A standard location analysis project typically moves through the following phases:

• Week 1–2: Requirement gathering and location screening
• Week 3–5: In-depth benchmarking and shortlisting
• Week 6–7: Site visits and stakeholder meetings
• Week 8–9: Final recommendation and implementation planning

Timelines may vary by geography or number of sites assessed, but our process is designed to deliver value early and clearly.

We operate under strict internal protocols and offer NDAs prior to engagement. Data is handled only by relevant project staff and stored securely within our internal platforms. Where necessary, we limit regional disclosure and anonymize sensitive operational details during internal benchmarking.

To begin a tailored engagement, we typically request the following details:

• Operational goals and expansion timeline
• Planned production process
• Budget parameters and headcount expectations
• Preferred jurisdictions or exclusion zones
• Industry-specific compliance or infrastructure needs
• Existing facility benchmarks (if applicable)

Pricing depends on project scope, location coverage, and the level of on-site support. We provide a custom proposal following a short scoping call.