Chapter 08 - Location Planning and Analysis
Chapter 08
Location Planning and Analysis
True / False Questions
1. Location decisions are basically one-time decisions usually made by new organizations.
True False
2. The fact that most types of firms are located in every section of the country suggests that in
many cases, location decisions are not overly important; one location typically is as good as
another.
True False
3. You can't make a mistake by locating where labor costs are low.
True False
4. Advanced communications has aided globalization.
True False
5. The first step in developing location alternatives is identifying important factors.
True False
6. An example of a regional factor in location planning is the location of our markets [either
existing or potential].
True False
7. A strategy that emphasizes convenience for the customers would probably select a single
very large facility.
True False
8-1
Evaluating location alternatives by comparing their composite
[weighted-average] scores involves
a] factor-rating analysis.
b] cost–volume analysis.
c] transportation model analysis.
d] linear regression analysis.
e] crossover analysis.
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A: Use factor rating method as shown below: Factor rating is the sumproduct of weight to the given…
Q: Show your calculation
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A: Given data is
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A: Formula:
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Q: Determine which location has the highest composite score:
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Q: What would be important criteria for selecting a site for an IKEA store?
A: The following are the most important factors to consider when choosing a location for an IK store:
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A: Formula:
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