Locating Development Opportunities

Large sums of money are involved when investing in long term development projects but good planning can reduce the risk. "Locating Development Opportunities" looks at the most successful ways to locate opportunities for development, assessing various techniques for research and data analysis. The contributions from academics and professionals combine thorough discussions of the various issues, current trends and practical guidelines for employing information systems most effectively. They highlight the importance of the most appropriate site after the initial location has been chosen, looking at corporate decision-making strategies and the problems involved in acquisition. Case studies from a variety of sectors, including retail and industry, are included.