Methodology

Data Sources

CoverageGrid uses:

  • •Public business and government records
  • •Verified business websites
  • •Public infrastructure and geographic datasets

CoverageGrid does not use:

  • •User-generated reviews or ratings
  • •Social media data
  • •Scraped pricing information
  • •Proprietary or behind-login data

Data Freshness

All analyses are produced on a defined update cadence. Each report clearly states the "as of" date for the data used.

Scoring Philosophy

Scores are designed to rank locations relative to alternatives, not to predict outcomes.

Typical components include:

  • •Demand alignment
  • •Competitive intensity
  • •Coverage gap contribution
  • •Network accessibility

Scores are always accompanied by context and explanation.

Limitations

CoverageGrid does not:

  • •Guarantee business outcomes
  • •Provide legal, zoning, or entitlement advice
  • •Replace professional judgment