Locating Facilities: Factors

Bit Technology Inc. is a new firm and they are deciding
where to locate its facilities. As a high-tech manufacturing firm:

1. What
factors should be taken into consideration in making this decision?

2. Does the
fact that it is international corporation affect the types of factors one
should consider?

3. Which
location would you choose if you were in charge of determining a location for a
new high tech manufacturing facility? This location can be local, national or
international. Please provide reasoning behind your decision.