Proximity to raw materials - Locating near to raw materials which the business needs to reduce transport costs. Fish processing plant located beside the coast. , Proximity to market - Manufacturing businesses tend to locate near to their primary market in order to reduce transport costs, which enables them to enhance product availability to consumers. , Availability and price of land - The cost of land, and, therefore, the cpst of property to buy (or rent) is dependent on where the property is located. , Government influences - The government may offer financial inducements such as reduced rent and rates and tax relief if a business locates in an area of high unemployment. , Communication - Businesses need to locate in areas that have the infrastructure to cope with their communication needs e.g. fast broadband. , Transport network - This helps businesses to deliver their goods and services to customers. This may be through road, rail, sea or air. , Parking - Customers may prefer to shop at a business with a car park. This may also be important for employees.,

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