Interactive Technology Selection in a System-of-Systems Context Using Graph Model for Conflict Resolution With Improved Fuzzy Option Prioritization

Within the context of capability-based system-of-systems (SoS), the technology selection involves multiple stakeholders interactively participating in decision-making. In this article, a novel approach based on graph model for conflict resolution (GMCR) is proposed to handle the interactive technology selection decision across capability domains. First, a GMCR methodology based decision analysis framework for technology selection is presented, which allows decision-makers (DMs) with distinct risk attitudes, preference knowledge, and degrees of foresight to independently and interactively participate in technology selection. Then, the technology selection model is established by a four-step procedure that incorporates improved fuzzy option prioritization, followed by systematical technology selection analysis to provide strategic insights for identifying potential mutually accepted technology portfolios. Finally, an illustrative example is used to demonstrate the applicability and effectiveness of the proposed approach.