Site Selection Methods

Comparison of Factors

The company determines the factors that are crucial for it and chooses from different location alternatives the one which has the highest average points according to the importance of factors.

Center of Gravity

The company chooses the location according to distance and goods to be sent, considering its existing facilities

Cost Analysis

The company considers work force, transportation, energy, land, construction costs and chooses the location accordingly.

Load-Distance Method

Another version of Center of Gravity method. The company chooses the location according to other companies.

At Par Analysis

The company chooses the location comparing its income and expenses.

Transportation Model

The company chooses a location where the total transportation costs are at a minimum.