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Abstract: In this paper the authors review the developments of the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) since its inception. The focus of this paper is a neutral review on the methodological developments rather than reporting its applications that have appeared since its introduction. In particular, we discuss problem modelling, pair-wise comparisons, judgement scales, derivation methods, consistency indices, incomplete matrix, synthesis of the weights, sensitivity analysis and group decisions. All have been important areas of research in AHP. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Abstract: E-alliance is the union of e-commerce and its success and efficiency is related to comprehensive quality of e-commerce. Thus, ranking e-commerce websites in e-alliance is of importance, which is a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) problem. This paper proposes an evaluation model based on analytic hierarchy process (AHP), fuzzy sets and technique for order performance by similarity to ideal solution (TOPSIS), to tackle the issue in fuzzy environment. The AHP is applied to analyze the structure of ranking problem and to determine weights of the criteria, fuzzy sets is utilized to present ambiguity and subjectivity with linguistic values parameterized by triangular fuzzy numbers, and TOPSIS method is used to obtain final ranking. Case analysis is conducted to illustrate the utilization of the model for the problem. It demonstrates the effectiveness and feasibility of the proposed model. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract: In this paper we propose an integrated model from the most important and usable Multi-Criteria Decision Making (MCDM) techniques, means Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Technique for Ordering Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS), in order to examine the improvement fields of Iran automobile industry. A new approach, AT method, has been suggested to combine the results of two techniques to find the final ranking. Besides, we propose a developing Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) model as a basis for comparing the reliability of results of the MCDM techniques, which depicts AT is more reliable than AHP and TOPSIS. Our results have certified that safety and then price are the customers’ most important criteria for automobile selection. After comparing the internal and external products, and ranking them based on the criteria and sub-criteria, the necessity to improve internal automobiles on various fields has been prioritized. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract: Bancassurance has enjoyed considerable success in Europe, but this concept is relatively new for Asian countries, having emerged only in 2002. Thus, the aim of this paper is to search and identify the preferable bancassurance alliance structure from the executive management perspectives. We adopt the analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) to construct an evaluation method. Finally, this study proves that Financial Holding Company model in bancassurance alliance models is preferable for the executive. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]

Abstract: To support the efficient appraisal of and selection from a list of generic business process improvement principles, this paper proposes a strategy for the implementation of business process redesign (BPR). Its backbone is formed by the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) multicriteria method and our earlier research into the popularity and impact of a set of redesign “best practices”. Using AHP, we derive a classification of most suitable directions for a particular process to be redesigned. Criteria such as the popularity, the impact, the goals and the risks of BPR implementation are taken into account. A case study is included to demonstrate the method’s feasibility and effectiveness. [Copyright &y& Elsevier]