Store Development 1) Real Estate Most of the decisions we make in retail do not have the long term consequences as that of real estate. Major investments in land, building and equipment are required, often on the basis of projections and assumptions. The more you can rely on professional, proven techniques the more secure your decisions will be. We have the expertise and experience in Real Estate Management required to assist you in identifying and managing Agent and Broker relationships. 2) Site Evaluation, Economic Justification, Site Volume Projections The major chains utilize sophisticated computer models to forecast volume. Factors considered are - Population - Ethnic mix, - Determination of the proposed trade area, - Competition - Your relative strength in the market Projections of Profit and Cash Flow based on - Volume projections are only the first step. - The anticipated costs of the project - Estimates of the gross profits, variable and fixed costs 3) Store Design & Construction Services Oversight of your professionals in both the design phase and construction phase of the project. Assistance in selecting of a designer and the architect. Review the project's specifications Assistance in the selection and bidding of contractors. Oversight of the contractors during the construction phase. 4) Environmental Assessment Programs Environmental Site Assessments Environmental Permitting and Regulatory Assistance Environmental Impact Statements Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Indoor Air Quality Risk Management Planning Services Environmental Compliance