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How We Compare Industrial Facility Options
A simple look at the costs, choices, sources, and assumptions behind an industrial facility decision.
Show the work
A useful answer shows how it was built
Block 01
Operating need
Block 02
Building cost
Block 03
Labor
Block 04
Moving cost
Block 05
Incentives
A checkable answer
Compare five major costs
A useful comparison includes:
- rent and building expenses
- operating costs
- labor
- moving and setup costs
- incentives and landlord contributions
Leaving out one major cost can change which option looks best.
Compare the realistic options
The main choices may include:
- stay and renegotiate
- move within the current market
- move to another market
- expand or redesign the current operation
- pursue a build-to-suit when the need and timing support it
Use the same operating requirements and time period for every option.
Show the sources and assumptions
Keep each source date and assumption beside the number it supports. Mark what is verified, quoted, estimated, or still unknown.
A useful answer should be easy to check, explain, and update.