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Impacts of Changing Locations Name Institution Impacts of Changing Locations Response to Janet’s post Janet’s post discusses the impact of changing locations using Toyota’s anticipated move to Texas as a case study. I must agree with the points she made since they make some valid arguments, particularly when talking about the benefits that Toyota is likely to realize from the move. Still, I feel that more points can be added. Firstly, the move is likely to improve facility organization since the company would be keen to address the shortcomings noted in the initial facility, being keen to improve personnel accessibility, strategic locations, and larger spacing even as the company expands to address the needs of an expanding market. In essence, the company faces the reality of increasing costs and productivity, a concern that is best addressed through changing locations so that workers are able to complete their tasks more efficiently even as overhead costs are kept to a realistic minimum. Secondly, the new facility would offer better spacing, adopting a modern design that the smooth flow of materials and goods in the production line. That is in consideration of the fact that the company has included layout philosophies (such as approved architectural designs, local government guidelines, and so on) and capacity factors (such as shape and size) to determine the need for space. In this respect, it must be acknowledged that Toyota's move is guided by a need to have a location that maximizes space, ensuring a balance between service and operational costs, packaging products in appropriate unit loads, improving efficient movement of personnel and goods, and
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