A global comparison of production sites: Why location data is becoming mandatory

The choice of a production site is one of the most strategically important decisions a company makes. In addition to infrastructure and proximity to suppliers, economic conditions are becoming increasingly important: energy prices, interest rates on loans, real estate costs and regional cost factors have a significant influence on the competitiveness of production locations. Companies operating in an international environment therefore need valid, structured data for a well-founded location evaluation - this is precisely where the Location Factors Database from costdata® comes in.

Energy prices, financing costs and floor space prices in comparison

The database provides a comprehensive overview of economically relevant location indicators in more than 130 countries. These include regional electricity prices, gas prices and heating oil costs, which are continuously updated in terms of their market dynamics. Regional credit interest rates are also included for investment decisions - a key factor when planning new plants, expansions or relocations.

Particularly important: the data is geographically differentiated and thus enables a detailed assessment of location costs, tailored to actual local market conditions. This allows hidden cost drivers to be identified, energy and financing strategies to be adapted and long-term location decisions to be secured.

Location evaluation meets cost transparency

The possible applications range from the initial rough analysis of potential production regions to the detailed planning of plant expansions. The data also provides a fact-based foundation for make-or-buy analyses, nearshoring decisions or relocation scenarios. By combining it with other cost modules - such as Product Pricing Data or Manufacturing Company Data - a holistic view of production locations is created in an international comparison.

There is an additional advantage in the development of energy strategies: The structured information on energy consumption costs in combination with typical production requirements enables targeted optimization of procurement models and energy efficiency measures - tailored to the location and industry context.

Decision-making reliability for site planning and plant management

Especially in volatile markets - for example with strongly fluctuating energy costs or changing financing conditions - access to consistent location data becomes a competitive advantage. Business location data from costdata® creates transparency and predictability. Whether for central location decisions, the operational management of existing plants or the evaluation of international supply networks - the systematic use of this information enables more efficient investments and lower ongoing operating costs.

Conclusion: Global location data for a resilient production strategy

Global production networks require reliable information on costs, availability and location conditions. With the Location Factors Database from costdata®, energy costs, credit conditions and space prices can be compared worldwide - quickly, in a structured and data-supported manner. An ideal basis for companies that want to make their production site fit for the future.

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