A new non-parametric approach for suppliers selection

Abstract

In this paper we propose a simple non-parametric model for multiple crite-<br />ria supplier selection problem. The proposed model does not generate a zero<br />weight for a certain criterion and ranks the suppliers without solving the model<br />n times (one linear programming (LP) for each supplier) and therefore allows<br />the manager to get faster results. The methodology is illustrated using an<br />example.