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. |