Influence diagrams and multiple experts: a preliminary model

This paper examines the problem of eliciting expertise from multiple experts without using group techniques and then using that expertise in a meaningful manner. The solution proposed preserves the input of the experts in two problem areas: (1) where there is disagreement among the experts and (2) where there is unequal weighting of the experts. The model proposed has the benefit of robustness and of retaining the reliability and validity of the underlying expertise.