Business Localization Problems in Rural Areas

Abstract

The article examines two of the most widely used methods of region assessment. It is based on the understanding that the choice of the entrepreneur for the location of the business should not be based on intuitive but objective prerequisites. They derive from the right mix between natural and socio-economic characteristics of the region and the specifics of the emerging business. The classification method for the types of evolution of the regions assumes the use of several indicators: production, employment and productivity of the region. Despite its clarity, its application is related to some difficulties and disadvantages which are shown in the article. The Shift and Share Analysis method is reviewed in greater detail, which application and results are demonstrated by an examination over Dobrich area.