MCDA (Multi – Criteria Decision Analysis)

- This decision analysis is a valuable tool in solving issue as characterized with multiple actors,
criteria's, and objectives.

- It as a collection of formal approaches to help individuals or groups explore “decisions that

matter” in a way which takes explicit account of multiple, usually conflicting, criteria [8] and will
refer to a decision which merits such consideration as a “multi-criteria problem”.

- It involves considering various solutions to an issue/question/challenge against multiple criteria.

- “A Multi Criteria Analysis is a decision-aiding technique to analyse alternatives to complex

problems using weighted triple bottom line criteria that are developed by all stakeholders. The
end result is the 'best fit' option.”

- The process is systematic, structured, open and accountable. It engages all key stakeholders
with their differing objectives. Both technical data and value judgements are used to reach a
preference.