An Analytical Approach for International Location Problem
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This paper proposes a structured model for evaluating an overseas manufacturing plant using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) approach. The model is developed using evidence from empirical studies. The paper seeks to demonstrate how the model can help in solving such decisions in real applications. A usability evaluation of the AHP-based model with two companies is investigated. It also examines the structure of the decision hierarchy, whether or not it is capable of representing international location decisions in practice and whether it covers the key factors affecting international location choices. Finally, the effectiveness of the AHP-based model is illustrated using a case company in Thailand.
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