Classification of MCDA Methods

However, only a subset of the methods available is useful for the decision problem at hand. It is common to differentiate between two types of multiple criteria decision situations (cf. Hwang and Yoon 1981, pp. 2-4 Mustafa and Goh 1996, pp. 169-170)  

37 Some authors also use the term Decision Aid synonymously. In the past, also the terms Decision Making and Decision Science were used. However, as discussed by Roy (1993) and Roy (1990a), the latter terms imply a level of objectivity that cannot be achieved in real-life decision situations. 

The assessment/ranking of potential or existing production sites clearly falls into the realms of MADA. Consequently, this work does not consider MODA tools. For a discussion of MODA methods and further references the reader is referred to Steuer (1986) and Hwang and Masud (1979). 

Conjunctive method (satisficing) Disjunctive method Lexicographic method Elimination by aspects Permutation method ORESTE 

Multiple attribute utility theory Hierarchical tradeoffs LINMAP 

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