OEM engine manufacturer decides where to place a new product line for one of his clients. Options for China, Eastern Europe, Mexico and the United States information is given to begin a preliminary analysis of the location. Solution focus it comes newline (after 6 months to 2 years initially), or air or sea freight. Students must calculate the cost of freight, inventory build-up and related costs and overtime labor necessary for the transmission line. "Hide
by Elliott N. Weiss, Brian McCahill Source: Darden School of Business 7 pages. Publication Date: Mar 08, 2001. Prod. #: UV3561-PDF-ENG
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