The extent of any property occupiers’ use of infrastructure is determined by the catchment of that occupier.

The catchment of an internet business such as Amazon, is in theory infinite, although each building’s actual catchment and therefore infrastructure use will be defined by the business operation. The catchment can be usefully compared with that of an out of town shopping centre, or an Argos “click and collect” store. All three being greater than that of a ‘bricks only’ high street shop. Catchment is relevant to any customer, resident, or business and will determine the value to any occupier of their building occupation. (more…)