From Site Selection to Output Economics: Building the Business Case for Manufacturing Capacity
Factory investments extend far beyond site selection. While UNIDO reports Q1 2026 global manufacturing output up 1.2% quarter-on-quarter and high-tech manufacturing up 1.9%, growth remains uneven across sectors and regions. A viable business case requires balancing demand absorption, reliable infrastructure, competitive inputs, supply chain access, and a production model built to deliver returns at realistic operating rates. Site Selection Begins with the Customer The lowest-cost location is not
