MyLab Operations Management with Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for Operations Management: Processes and Supply Chains
MyLab Operations Management with Pearson eText -- Access Card -- for Operations Management: Processes and Supply Chains
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ISBN: 9780133885583
Author: Lee J. Krajewski, Manoj K. Malhotra, Larry P. Ritzman
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 13, Problem 2VC
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Interpretation: The pros and cons of locating new plants in the same area as competitor should be concluded.

Concept Introduction: Locating a new plant is a strategic decision to be taken once only. Among the possible locations, there may be locations where a competitor or more may also be there. The decision to favor or discard such a location will depend upon many factors.

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