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Multicriteria approach as a decision-support tool in the forest sector

open access: yesForest@, 2009
In this paper we present the multicriteria approach as a tool for supporting decision in the forest sector. The multifunctionality of forest ecosystem (forest ecosystem services) have been recognised as a crucial characteristic; therefore, interventions ...
Cóndor RD, Scarelli A, Valentini R
doaj   +1 more source

From efficacy to equity: Literature review of decision criteria for resource allocation and healthcare decisionmaking [PDF]

open access: yes, 2012
Objectives Resource allocation is a challenging issue faced by health policy decisionmakers requiring careful consideration of many factors. Objectives of this study were to identify decision criteria and their frequency reported in the literature on ...
Baltussen, R.   +6 more
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Analysis of the suitability for ecotourism in Beira Baixa region using a spatial decision support system based on a geographical information system

open access: yesRegional Science Policy &Practice, EarlyView., 2022
Abstract Ecotourism can contribute to the conservation of environmental values, as well as to the development of positive synergies between agents in the tourism sector, tourists and the local population. The growing interest in tourism offers with low environmental impact, which support the local economy, translates into a competitive advantage for ...
Luís Quinta‐Nova, Dora Ferreira
wiley   +1 more source

Stochastic Multicriteria Acceptability Analysis – Matching (SMAA-M)

open access: yesOperations Research Perspectives, 2020
The present work introduces Stochastic Multicriteria Acceptability Analysis – Matching (SMAA-M), a MCDM technique which, just as former SMAA versions, has been designed for public decision environments.
Rafael Guillermo García-Cáceres
doaj   +1 more source

Multicriteria evaluation and window selection [PDF]

open access: yesGrađevinski Materijali i Konstrukcije, 2015
The selection of windows that joins and fulfils demands by the building's users, designers and contractors implies the multicriteria analysis. The paper presents the multicriteria decision making methodology for achieving the most optimal variation (type
Dražić Jasmina, Laban Mirjana
doaj   +1 more source

Deriving consensus rankings via multicriteria decision making methodology

open access: yes, 2012
Purpose - This paper seeks to take a cautionary stance to the impact of the marketing mix on customer satisfaction, via a case study deriving consensus rankings for benchmarking on selected retail stores in Malaysia.
Ling, Amy Poh Ai   +2 more
core   +1 more source

Multicriteria Portfolio Decision Analysis for Project Selection [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
Multicriteria Portfolio Analysis spans several methods which typically employ build on MCDA to guide the selection of a subset (i.e.,portfolio) of available objects, with the aim of maximising the performance of the resulting portfolio with regard to multiple criteria, subject to the requirement that the selected portfolio does not consume of resources
Morton, Alec   +2 more
openaire   +2 more sources

Spatial multicriteria decision analysis to potential beekeeping assessment. Case study: Montesinho Natural Park (Portugal) [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
The Multicriteria decision analysis is a tool to support decision-making in the identification of areas with the utmost beekeeping potential. This paper design a GIS multicriteria approach to assess the beekeeping potential.
Anjos, O., Fernandez, P., Roque, N.
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Decision support system for surface irrigation design [PDF]

open access: yes, 2009
The SADREG decision support system was developed to help decision makers in the process of design and selection of farm surface irrigation systems to respond to requirements of modernization of surface irrigation—furrow, basin, and border irrigation. It
Gonçalves, José M., Pereira, L.S.
core   +1 more source

The American College of Rheumatology Updated Recommended Methods for Development of Disease Classification and Response Criteria

open access: yesArthritis &Rheumatology, EarlyView.
Disease classification criteria and response criteria are important tools in the conduct of observational studies and clinical trials for rheumatic diseases. This paper updates methodologic guidance for classification and response criteria funded, developed and/or endorsed by the American College of Rheumatology (ACR), incorporating contemporary ...
Sindhu R. Johnson   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

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