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Showing 1 to 20 of 96 for “"Analytical Hierarchy Process"”.
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Proactive industrial targeting: an application of the Analytical Hierarchy Process
… community preferences in the targeting process. A case-study approach was taken and included three Virginia counties. The most distinctive feature of this research is the use of the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP), a method that allows participants to weigh the importance of …
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Hybrid analytical hierarchy process model for the optimisation of marginal field development in Nigeria.
… this gap, this research introduces a hybrid analytical hierarchy process (AHP) model integrated with the weighted sum method (WSM), screening and economic modelling. The model prioritizes key criteria - cost; health, safety and environment (HSE); regulation; security; stakeholders; and …
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Analytical Hierarchy Process Evaluation of the Proposed Slim Modular Flexible Electric Bus Rapid Transit System
… two public transit vehicle alternatives using analytical hierarchy process (AHP) method. Three categories of evaluation criteria—transit, emissions, and finances—are generated for AHP model. The traffic software Vissim is used to obtain evaluation results from Cobb Corridor for A.M., P.M., and …
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Promoting Enhanced Decision-Making and Proactive Management for Modularization in the Construction Industry Using Risk-Based Approach, Analytical Hierarchy Process, and Graph Theory
… theory, statistical and mathematical modelling, analytical hierarchy process, as well as clustering and data mining. The outcome of this research contributes to the body of knowledge by developing a comprehensive framework allowing for proactive management of modular risks, assessment of …
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The Development of a Hybrid Knowledge-Based System for Lean Six Sigma Implementation in Healthcare Environment: The Development of a Hybrid Knowledge-Based (KB)/Gauging Absence of Pre-Requisites (GAP)/Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) Model for Implementing Lean Six Sigma System in Healthcare Environment
… and practitioners during decision-making process in the context of achieving excellent benchmark and action plans prioritisation. The system will be built based on a conceptual framework for Quality Management in Healthcare Environment (QMHE) which will be modified into a model. The KBS …
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SKU stratification methods in the consumer products industry
… (Single Factor Analysis, Dual-Matrix Analysis, Analytical Hierarchy Process, and Cluster Analysis) to the data of a company in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. The factors considered were velocity, volatility, and profit margin. Our research indicates that the Analytical Hierarchy Process …
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An integrated framework for multi-project planning and control.
… under conditions of uncertainty and change. Analytical hierarchy process, mathematical modelling and computer simulation techniques are applied to develop the proposed framework. In multi-project management, each project has its own objective(s) that should be optimised. The analytical …
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An Integrated Optimization Model for Distribution Center Location with Considerations of Population and Income
… to obtain the location.The second level uses Analytical Hierarchy Process to obtain the location. This Problem finds the location for two levels of distribution center for the state of Ohio.
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Integrating social and environmental impacts of green transportation infrastructure : a framework for effective decision-making
… impacts and public opinion using the Analytical Hierarchy Process and Monte Carlo simulation. The framework offers a comprehensive approach to evaluate GI's impact. Findings from a Philadelphia project demonstrate that projects with more GI elements are cost-effective when considering …
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A Bikeability Index for Last-Mile Electric Cargo Cycles
… on infrastructure, safety and behaviour. The analytical hierarchy process is used to compute the weights for each variable using pairwise comparisons. Variables with the highest weights out of 100% include collision risk (24.3%-25.5%), visibility (11.1%-13.0%) and pavement condition …
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Developing a Ranking System for a Product’s Fitness in the Circular Economy - A Case Study in Modular Ski Poles
… the circular economy. This methodology uses an analytical hierarchy process and pairwise comparison matrices to evaluate the criteria and scores assigned to each. In doing so, this process compels the designer to evaluate their systems based on four major factors: repairability, reusability, …
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Development of decision support tool for advising on selecting ballast water treatment system
… decision support tool was developed using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) method, in order to help decision makers in shipping companies to select the most feasible BWTS for their ships. The ultimate aim of the developed decision support tool is to aid decision makers in shipping …
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Preliminary Design of an Autonomous Underwater Vehicle Using a Multiple-Objective Genetic Optimizer
The process developed herein uses a Multiple Objective Genetic Optimization (MOGO) algorithm. The optimization is implemented in ModelCenter (MC) from Phoenix Integration. It uses a genetic algorithm that searches the design space for optimal, feasible designs by considering three Measures of …
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Value assessment of new product innovations
… deliver to its customers early in the design process. This thesis provides a framework to measure the potential value a new innovation will deliver to consumers based on scoping the project. The framework provides details on creating a model based on the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) by …
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Development of a global facility location analysis tool
… architecture of the firm. This thesis combines analytical hierarchy process with a two level decision matrix to quantify the score of each location. A risk profile was developed to quantify the risk associated with specific locations and criteria in order to provide a more complete picture of …
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Measuring performance of transportation carriers
… carriers in the Chinese trucking market. An Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) is used to evaluate the key measurements of carrier performances for various customer segments and make recommendations. The thesis proposes a comprehensive set of performance measurement criteria to select …
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Supplier selection and supplier management improvements at an analytical instrument manufacturing company
… of parts received from suppliers at Waters, an analytical instrument manufacturing company. Preliminary analysis identified improvement opportunities at evaluation of supplier's capability, agreement on requirements with suppliers at early supplier selection stage as well as closed loop supplier …
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Helmet-mounted display symbology for ground collision avoidance in fighter aircraft
… over the other display categories using the Analytical Hierarchy Process.
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