THE APPLICATION OF THE ANALYTIC HIERARCHY PROCESS (AHP) METHOD USING EXPERT CHOICE SOFTWARE

Abstract

This research will address the "selection of the optimal computer from the set of offers received by the company JUGOPLAST from Guča". The procedure for applying the PROMETHEE method and the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) method will be presented. The practical application of the AHP method will be demonstrated using Expert Choice 2000 software. It is essential to specify the criteria and alternatives for procuring laptop computers in the observed company. This paper will demonstrate the application of the AHP method in a specific decision-making example. A decision needs to be made when selecting the optimal computer or laptop from the set of offers for the company JUGOPLAST from Guča.
JUGOPLAST finds itself in a situation where it needs to replace outdated computers used by its employees or engineers to somewhat facilitate their existing work. The advantages of using software are numerous, primarily allowing for automation of calculations, which somewhat eases the manager's job, but it cannot entirely solve it because the manager makes the final decision.