The use of preference criteria in interactive multiobjective mathematical programming

At present, a decision maker can avail himself of a number of techniques for solving problems with multiple objectives. His choice of technique to use may depend on several factors such as: (1) simplicity of the concept used, (2) interactive capability which can enable him to participate actively in the computation-decision process, (3) ease of interpreting the computational results, and (4) privilege to choose his own optimal solution from among a sufficiently wide range of efficient solutions generated during his interactive experience with the technique of his choice. This paper presents a technique embracing all these factors as its important features.