Green Supplier Selection Using Game Theory Based on Fuzzy SWARA

Abstract

Green supplier selection involves a difficult and complex decision-making process because the criteria have a relationship with each other. Due to conflicts, the selection becomes crucial. Likewise, strategies among alternatives are critical to decide the best one. To overcome these difficulties, multi-criteria decision making methods and game theory approaches are appropriate. In this study, fuzzy SWARA, which is a multicriteria decision making method using fuzzy numbers to express uncertainty, and game theory are integrated to select the best alternative according to the vague opinion of decision makers. As a case study, an application is handled for a chemical company which produces cleaning products in Turkey. The selection occurs between two alternative green suppliers. The strategies of alternative suppliers are evaluated using the fuzzy SWARA method, then game theory aid to evaluate competition of the alternatives.