In this paper, an effective Decision Support System (DSS) concerning the site selection of a new paper mill is reported. The analysis is executed adopting the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) technique. In particular, a specific wide hierarchy structure has been defined considering 49 criteria outlined via questionnaires and interviews with several logistics and production managers of the paper mills located in the district of Lucca (Italy), one of the most important areas for the production and converting of pulpboard and tissue in Europe. A sensitivity analysis based on a particular case study demonstrates the robustness of the proposed decision structure.
A decision support system for locational analysis in paper industry
BRAGLIA, MARCELLO;GABBRIELLI, ROBERTO
2012-01-01
Abstract
In this paper, an effective Decision Support System (DSS) concerning the site selection of a new paper mill is reported. The analysis is executed adopting the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) technique. In particular, a specific wide hierarchy structure has been defined considering 49 criteria outlined via questionnaires and interviews with several logistics and production managers of the paper mills located in the district of Lucca (Italy), one of the most important areas for the production and converting of pulpboard and tissue in Europe. A sensitivity analysis based on a particular case study demonstrates the robustness of the proposed decision structure.I documenti in IRIS sono protetti da copyright e tutti i diritti sono riservati, salvo diversa indicazione.
