An open-source web-based tool to perform spatial multicriteria analysis
Ritika Prasai
2022International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Growth Evaluation19 citationsDOIOpen Access PDF
Abstract
Spatial multicriteria analysis (SMA) is an analysis technique that uses geographical data and value judgements to provide a systematic analytical approach which can be used for making a decision. Decision making can include identifying risk levels, uncertainty, developing prioritization maps, site selection, habitat suitability models. This model is being widely because it allows the planners to make a balanced decision based on multiple parameters. We have built an open source web-based tool to run SMA which can be accessed at https://www.prioritymaps.com/. This web based tool is user friendly and people from all backgrounds can use it to make decision based models.
Topics & Concepts
Computer sciencePrioritizationSelection (genetic algorithm)Decision analysisData miningDecision modelDecision support systemMachine learningManagement scienceEngineeringStatisticsMathematicsLand Use and Ecosystem ServicesSpatial and Panel Data AnalysisRegional resilience and development