An Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) Framework for Selecting Flexible Manufacturing System

The main objective of this paper is to propose a structured model for evaluating different Flexible Manufacturing System (FMS) using the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP). aims demonstrate how can help in taking correct decisions regarding type manufacturing flexibility needed best FMS. This because huge amount money invested implement FMS industry. Hence, managers need take judicious decision and level flexibility. There are number being reported literature. In most fundamental types i.e., machine, routing product examined. AHP aimed at integrating measures into single overall score ranking alternatives. Its characteristic that it base on pairwise comparison judgment. A usability evaluation based along with structure hierarchy developed. framework used example could serve as one tools making strategic decision. effectiveness our demonstrated through numerical examples.