Question: Barloworld Logistics has been contemplating constructing a warehouse in Durban, South Africa to cater for its growing import and export market. The search team has

Barloworld Logistics has been contemplating constructing a warehouse in Durban, South Africa to cater for its growing import and export market. The search team has now earmarked 2 locations, first a site located by the Durban Harbour which was previously occupied by a production company which is closing its operations. The second one is a piece of virgin land in Cato Ridge (a small town in KwaZulu Natal which lies between Durban and Pietermaritzburg) which is available for sale. Critically discuss which option you would recommend for the construction of the warehouse.

a). Student should acknowledge the relevant theory that needs to be provided for this question. (15 Marks)

b). Examine the two locations provided and identify the preferred option (15 Marks)

c). Relevant examples and theory need to be provided and research should be conducted on the selected regions and their appropriateness (15 Marks)

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