Developing Objective Sensitivity Analysis of Periodic Systems: Case Studies of Biological Oscillators

2012 ◽  
Vol 38 (7) ◽  
pp. 1065 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bao-Yun LU ◽  
Hong YUE
Keyword(s):  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Periodic Systems ◽  
Biological Oscillators

Setting up measuring campaigns for integrated wastewater modelling

1999 ◽  
Vol 39 (4) ◽  
pp. 257-268 ◽  
Author(s):  
Peter A. Vanrolleghem ◽  
Wolfgang Schilling ◽  
Wolfgang Rauch ◽  
Peter Krebs ◽  
Hans Aalderink
Keyword(s):  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Information Retrieval ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Suspended Solids ◽  
Management Systems ◽  
Wastewater Management ◽  
Urban Wastewater ◽  
Covering Problems ◽  
Step Procedure

The steps of calibration/confirmation of models in a suggested 11-step procedure for analysis, planning and implementation of integrated urban wastewater management systems is focused upon in this paper. Based on ample experience obtained in comprehensive investigations throughout Europe recommendations have been formulated for design of measuring campaigns. The inclusion of iteration in the overall planning of measuring campaigns is advised and the use of preliminary sensitivity analysis is shown to allow maximisation of information retrieval from experimental efforts. Case studies covering problems related to suspended solids, specific contaminants, hygienic hazards and total pollutant loss illustrate the recommendations presented.

Multi-criteria decision-making toward supplier selection: exploration of PROMETHEE II method

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nishant Agrawal
Keyword(s):  
Decision Making ◽  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Case Studies ◽  
Supplier Selection ◽  
Multi Criteria Decision Making ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Promethee Ii ◽  
Wide Range ◽  
Managerial Implications

PurposeSupplier Selection (SS) is one of the vital decisions frequently executed by numerous industries. In recent times, the number of suppliers has increased enormously depending on a wide range of criteria. A selection of suppliers is a sensitive process that may impact various supply chain activities. The purpose of this research is to explore an underutilized technique called PROMETHEE II method for SS.Design/methodology/approachVarious tools and techniques are available under multi-criteria decision-making tools, which sometimes creates confusion in researchers' minds regarding reliability. PROMETHEE II was the most prominent method for ranking all available alternatives that ultimately avoid decision-making errors. To execute this equal and unequal weights approach has been used with three case studies.FindingsIn this research, three case studies have been used and soved with the help of the PROMETHEE II approach. The study also provides fundamental insights into the supplier's ranking on different criteria using sensitivity analysis. Further, criteria were divided as per benefits and non-beneficial to get a robust result. The pros and cons of PROMETHEE II approaches are also highlighted compared to other MCDM tools in this study.Originality/valueMost of the SS research uses either AHP or TOPSIS as per existing literature. There are very few attempts highlighted in the literature that use PROMETHEE II for the SS problem with sensitivity analysis. The proposed method is probable to motivate decision-makers to consider using a more sophisticated method like PROMETHEE II in supplier evaluation processes. This study opens a new direction for the ranking of suppliers in the field of the supply chain. The study also bears significant practical as well as managerial implications.

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