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Location Scouting Template

This Location Scouting Template is used to systematically evaluate potential business locations, ensuring all critical factors are considered before making a final decision. It is ideal for businesses looking to expand, relocate, or establish new outlets in Southern Africa.

Updated 15d ago
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Company Letterhead

{{company_name}}

{{company_address}}

Phone: {{phone}}

Email: {{email}}

Website: {{website}}

PROJECT DETAILS

Project Name: {{project_name}}

Scouting Date: {{scouting_date}}

Scout Team Leader: {{scout_team_leader}}

Purpose of Scouting: {{purpose_of_scouting}}

LOCATION OVERVIEW

Site Address: {{site_address}}

GPS Coordinates: {{gps_coordinates}}

Type of Property: {{property_type}} (e.g., Retail, Office, Industrial, Land)

Current Status: {{current_status}} (e.g., Vacant, Occupied, Under Construction)

Asking Price/Rent: {{asking_price_rent}} per {{unit}}

ACCESSIBILITY & INFRASTRUCTURE

Main Road Access: {{main_road_access}} (e.g., Excellent, Good, Fair, Poor)

Public Transport Proximity: {{public_transport_proximity}} (e.g., Bus, Train, Taxi)

Parking Availability: {{parking_availability}} (e.g., Ample, Limited, None)

Utilities (Water, Electricity, Internet): {{utilities_availability}} (e.g., Fully Serviced, Available, Restricted)

DEMOGRAPHICS & MARKET CONSIDERATIONS

Target Market Proximity: {{target_market_proximity}}

Population Density (within {{radius_km}} km radius): {{population_density}}

Average Household Income: {{average_household_income}}

Competitor Analysis: {{competitor_analysis}} (List key competitors and their distance)

Local Regulations/Zoning: {{local_regulations_zoning}}

SITE ASSESSMENT

Building Condition (if applicable): {{building_condition}} (e.g., New, Good, Needs Renovation)

Size of Property/Unit: {{property_size}} m²

Security Features: {{security_features}} (e.g., Fencing, Alarms, Guards)

Environmental Considerations: {{environmental_considerations}} (e.g., noise levels, pollution, natural hazards)

FINANCIAL VIABILITY & COST ESTIMATES

Estimated Acquisition/Lease Costs: {{estimated_acquisition_lease_costs}}

Estimated Renovation/Setup Costs: {{estimated_renovation_setup_costs}}

Estimated Monthly Operating Costs: {{estimated_monthly_operating_costs}} (e.g., rates, utilities, maintenance)

ADDITIONAL NOTES & RECOMMENDATIONS

Strengths of this location: {{strengths_of_location}}

Weaknesses of this location: {{weaknesses_of_location}}

Opportunities presented by this location: {{opportunities_of_location}}

Threats related to this location: {{threats_of_location}}

Overall Recommendation: {{overall_recommendation}} (e.g., Highly Recommended, Recommended, Not Recommended)

Further Actions Required: {{further_actions_required}}

Signature Block

_____________________________

{{scout_team_leader_name}}

{{scout_team_leader_title}}

Date: {{signature_date}}

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