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Site Selection for Growing Companies
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George D. Hack
ISBN: 1-56720-265-9
ISBN-13: 978-1-56720-265-6
256 pages
Praeger Publishers
Publication: 6/30/1999
List Price: $119.95 (UK Sterling Price: £82.95)
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 6 1/8 x 9 1/4
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Description: Based on over twenty years of experience, the author of this practical guide provides the executive with a comprehensive discussion of the issues and tools involved in the location or relocation of a business operation. A company's search for the ideal site is one of the most important managerial functions. The firm may need to expand for the development of new products, new markets, or additional production capacity. In some cases, a new location may be needed to house newly developed production equipment or to obtain higher efficiency and reduced operating costs. Other reasons include security, lower labor cost, and access to raw materials. Whatever the reason, a well-defined plan and detailed analysis program will aid and simplify the process.

The author walks the reader through each stage in the process, from planning the move, organizing and administering the search, and selecting the general area to evaluating a specific community and site and assembling a final report. The book provides helpful tables and survey samples, making it easier to utilize the information effectively. Besides executives involved in the process, economic development specialists and students will find the book useful.
Table of Contents:
  • Preface
    Introduction
    The Planning Process
    Organizing and Administering the Location Search
    Selecting the General Area of Search
    Community Location Factors
    Community Evaluation and Selection
    Site Evaluation and Selection
    Report to Management
    Bibliography
    Appendices
    Index
About the Author: GEORGE D. HACK has over 35 years of experience in the areas of economic development and industrial and business location. His work includes business location and site evaluation for a number of major U.S. companies. As a contributing editor to Area Development Magazine, he has authored over 200 articles on the subject.
LCC Class: 658
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