An integrated fuzzy SWARA and fuzzy AD approach for outsourcing provider selection
Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management
ISSN: 1741-038X
Article publication date: 9 January 2019
Issue publication date: 22 February 2019
Abstract
Purpose
Unlike previous literature, this study offers a novel integrated fuzzy approach to the field of outsourcing decisions. The purpose of this paper is to use design ranges of evaluation criteria that satisfy the functional requirements (FRs) of decision makers to solve the outsourcing provider selection problem.
Design/methodology/approach
In this study, considering the expected significance of outsourcing evaluation criteria, and the FRs of decision makers expressed in linguistic terms, a robust multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) tool based on the integrated use of fuzzy Step-wise Weight Assessment Ratio Analysis and weighted fuzzy axiomatic design methods is proposed for use in decision process.
Findings
The proposed method is applied to a Turkish chemical company. A sensitivity analysis is performed and the outcomes of the proposed integrated framework are compared with those of other MCDM methods such as fuzzy-based Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution, fuzzy Vise Kriterijumska Optimizacija I Kompromisno Resenje and fuzzy Multi-Objective Optimization on the basis of Ratio Analysis. This validates the usefulness and practicality of the proposed methodology.
Practical implications
The main contribution of this study is that it defines specific requirements that will assist company managers in eliminating alternatives that do not satisfy the needs and expectations of their company.
Originality/value
This paper compares the present study with other studies in the field of manufacturing. Additionally, it provides a well-documented case study, which makes the paper of value to researchers interested in the practical applications of MCDM methods.
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Citation
Perçin, S. (2019), "An integrated fuzzy SWARA and fuzzy AD approach for outsourcing provider selection", Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management, Vol. 30 No. 2, pp. 531-552. https://doi.org/10.1108/JMTM-08-2018-0247
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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