Companies - Location assessments and location selection

Location assessments and location selection for companies

Site decisions are among the most important and cost-intensive steps in international expansion. PM&P evaluates sites in a structured, fact-based, and internationally comparative manner and develops clear decision-making foundations for companies.

PM&P examines potential sites based on economic, labor market, logistical, regulatory, and technological criteria. This includes labor availability, qualification levels, wage structures, work culture, industry clusters, research and educational institutions, infrastructure, energy supply, cost structures, tax frameworks, and regional incentive programs.

The evaluation is carried out using a clearly defined criteria catalog tailored to the company's specific requirements. Additionally, relevant regional stakeholders such as economic development agencies, suppliers, universities, or potential partners are contacted to gather qualitative assessments.

Upon request, PM&P accompanies personal site visits, meetings with authorities or investors, and provides international comparison data. The results are presented in a transparent, structured manner and enable a well‑founded site decision.

Advantages

Our customers benefit from these advantages through us.

Reliable decision-making basis for investment, expansion, and production relocation.

High transparency due to clear criteria and traceable evaluation.

International comparability through PM&P’s global project experience.

Lower risk by combining quantitative and qualitative factors.

The four phases of site evaluation and site selection

Analysis of economic and labor‑market factors

Assessment of labor availability, qualification levels, wage structures, work culture, and relevant industry clusters.

Evaluation of infrastructure and cost structures

Analysis of transport connections, logistics, energy supply, land and rental costs, tax structures, and incentive programs.

Involvement of regional stakeholders

Coordination and interviews with economic development agencies, universities, authorities, or potential partners to understand local conditions.

Development of a clear comparison model

Sites are compared using relevant criteria to highlight differences and competitive positioning.

Your path to PM&P

1

Initial contact

Interested parties get in touch with PM&P with their request, initial information, or a specific question.

3

Follow-up

On the basis of the initial consultation, the client receives a concept outlining the approach, timeline, project structure, and a tailored proposal.

2

Initial consultation

In a structured conversation, we clarify objectives, expectations, and framework conditions and jointly identify the most suitable services.

4

Onboarding

Once approved, we begin implementation. Responsibilities, milestones, and communication channels are clearly defined and agreed.

For which companies is a site evaluation suitable?

For manufacturing companies, service providers, technology firms, logistics companies, and R&D‑intensive businesses considering international expansion.

What criteria are assessed?

Labor, costs, infrastructure, industry clusters, regulation, logistics, energy, taxes, incentives, regional stability, and long‑term viability.

Are authorities or economic development agencies involved?

Yes. PM&P contacts relevant institutions to understand conditions and investment opportunities directly.

Does PM&P conduct site visits?

Yes, upon request — including appointment coordination, meeting preparation, and on‑site support.

What differentiates PM&P from location agencies or economic development offices?

PM&P is neutral, international, and independent of regional interests. Evaluations are carried out from the company’s perspective, not the perspective of a specific location.