Location matters: Where to put your next industrial facility with Labor Economist Nat Estes (Ep 003)
In this episode of The DATA SECRETS Podcast, I talk with Nat Estes, Managing Director at FrameShift Consulting, about the critical (and often underestimated) role of workforce data in industrial location strategy and site selection.
Nat walks us through how labor market intelligence can make or break a location decision, especially in today’s tight labor market. We discuss:
- Why labor availability is the deciding factor in most industrial site decisions
- How to assess workforce supply beyond just “number of people” metrics
- The importance of turnover, competition, and wage pressure in long-term planning
- How FrameShift models future labor market conditions for its clients
- The ripple effects of labor shortages on productivity and operational cost
- Common pitfalls companies fall into when choosing a location without deep data analysis
From advanced manufacturing to logistics, Nat’s insights reveal how companies can avoid costly mistakes and ensure their next facility is set up for sustainable success. If you’ve ever wondered how labor economists blend hard data with local realities, this conversation is packed with answers.
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