The State of Site Selection 2026

The State of Site Selection 2026

• Research

Corporate location activity remains active, but the rules of competition are changing.

The fifth edition of The State of Site Selection, produced by the Site Selectors Guild and Development Counsellors International, examines the forces reshaping corporate investment decisions in 2026. Drawing on the expertise of the world’s leading site selection consultants, the report provides practical guidance to help communities better understand what companies need and how to compete more effectively for investment.

This year, one theme emerged above all others: the challenge is no longer just a scarcity of resources, but an increased scarcity of certainty. Companies can no longer afford delays caused by infrastructure constraints, permitting hurdles, workforce shortages, community opposition or policy uncertainty. As a result, communities that can reduce risk and demonstrate readiness are gaining a competitive advantage.

Whether you are an economic developer, utility provider, policymaker or corporate executive, this 42-page report delivers actionable insights to help you compete for investment in an increasingly complex environment.

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Interested in a custom presentation for your team, board, partners or stakeholders? Contact Robyn Domber, Senior Vice President of Research, to explore what the findings mean for your community’s competitiveness and economic development strategy.