Multi-attribute decision-making using a fuzzy, heuristic approach

Abstract

Multi-attribute decision-making is treated in this paper as a special kind of structured human problem solving. Emphasis is placed on the use of the available knowledge about utilities, which is obtained by combining heuristics and traditional aggregation methods. In this way, the problem of partial utilities and their interdependence may be solved. A fuzzy approach to DM is described, incorporating linguistic variables, relations and algorithms. It is summarised in a formal model and illustrated by an example. © 1980, Academic Press Inc. (London) Ltd.. All rights reserved.