AN INTEGRATED DEMATEL-ANP-VIKOR APPROACH FOR FOOD DISTRIBUTION CENTER SITE SELECTION: A CASE STUDY OF GEORGIA

Abstract

Purpose - Distrution center location selection is a long-term strategic decision. In this study, it is aimed to present an approach for food distribution center location in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Methodology - The proposed integrated approach includes three stages. In the first stage, the relationships between the criteria were determined by DEMATEL. Then, the criteria were weighted by ANP. In the last stage, the most suitable food distribution center was chosen by VIKOR.

Findings - According to results of the study, transportation is the most important criterion, and Gori is the most suitable food distribution center alternative.

Keywords

• ANP,DEMATEL,distribution center location,Georgia,VIKOR

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