modeling and simulation
Atoosa Ebrahimi Shah Abadi; Jahangir Yadollahi Farsi; Niloofar Nobari
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The rapid growth of AI-based platforms in the past decade has made it necessary to examine the technological and managerial dimensions of this phenomenon. This research aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of the structure and consequences of three types of transactional, innovative, and cohesive ...
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The rapid growth of AI-based platforms in the past decade has made it necessary to examine the technological and managerial dimensions of this phenomenon. This research aimed to conduct a comparative analysis of the structure and consequences of three types of transactional, innovative, and cohesive platforms within the ADO framework. The present study was conducted using meta-synthesis and qualitative analysis, through three stages of open, axial, and selective coding, based on a review of 70 selected articles from 2015 to 2025, and the data were examined in three axes of prerequisites, decisions, and consequences. The analytical framework, combining platform categorization and the ADO model, provided the basis for a detailed comparison of key components. The results showed that transactional platforms with microservice architecture and open API, innovation platforms with deep learning frameworks and GPU/TPU, and cohesive platforms with data integrity and big data governance, took different paths to improve productivity and information security. The findings also highlighted that cloud computing, data governance, and information security were common and essential elements of these types. The analysis showed that the application of the ADO framework can help design effective policies for the management, security, and development of data-driven ecosystems and provide new insights for researchers and policymakers on how to optimize the performance of AI platforms.
multiple-criteria decision-making
Fatemeh Mojibian; Maryam Daneshvar; Ehsan Kafash Abdi
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With the rapid expansion of digital technologies and the ongoing transformation of financial services, FinTech has emerged as a key driver of change in the banking industry. Banks, as core components of the financial system, face fundamental shifts in service delivery, customer behavior, and competitive ...
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With the rapid expansion of digital technologies and the ongoing transformation of financial services, FinTech has emerged as a key driver of change in the banking industry. Banks, as core components of the financial system, face fundamental shifts in service delivery, customer behavior, and competitive patterns following the integration of FinTech. However, the adoption of these technologies is inherently associated with multiple risks that may affect banks’ performance, security, and reputation. Thus, timely identification and effective management of FinTech-related risks are essential. This study aims to evaluate the critical risks of FinTech adoption in banks using a multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) framework in a neutrosophic environment, with a case study on Pasargad Bank. First, relevant risk factors were identified through an extensive literature review. Using the neutrosophic Delphi method, seven major risks were confirmed: security, credit, operational, strategic and competitive, legal and regulatory, reputational, and liquidity risks. The relative importance of these risks was then assessed using the neutrosophic Best–Worst Method (BWM). The results highlight security risk as the most significant factor influencing FinTech adoption in Pasargad Bank. Finally, various FinTech implementation scenarios were ranked using the neutrosophic Multi-Attributive Border Approximation Area Comparison (MABAC) method, with the scenario of “collaboration with other banks to establish a FinTech consortium” receiving the highest priority. The findings provide valuable insights for banks to better understand critical risk dimensions and to select optimal strategies for the successful implementation of FinTech solutions.
multiple-criteria decision-making
Iraj Rouhi; Mahsa Pishdar; Maryam Hassanikordede
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Food loss and waste represent a major global challenge threatening food security and exacerbating climate change. Upcycling food waste into value-added products is increasingly recognized as an effective pathway toward a circular economy. This study introduces a novel integrated multi-criteria decision-making ...
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Food loss and waste represent a major global challenge threatening food security and exacerbating climate change. Upcycling food waste into value-added products is increasingly recognized as an effective pathway toward a circular economy. This study introduces a novel integrated multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) framework based on Circular Intuitionistic Fuzzy Sets (CIFS) combined with MEREC objective weighting and CIFS-MARCOS ranking an approach not previously applied to food waste upcycling. Ten prominent upcycling strategies were identified from recent literature and evaluated against twelve sustainability criteria by ten food industry experts. Results revealed “market potential,” “public awareness of upcycled products,” and “food quality and safety” as the most influential criteria. Among strategies, producing sustainable textiles from food waste ranked first, followed by sustainable packaging, novel food ingredients, and bioenergy production. The proposed framework effectively handles uncertainty and dynamic interdependencies among criteria, offering a robust and original tool for prioritizing upcycling pathways. Findings provide policymakers and industry stakeholders with evidence-based guidance to maximize environmental, economic, and social benefits while supporting multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Industrial management
Hossein Sayyadi Tooranloo; Mohammad Zarei Mahmoudabadi; Reza Norouzi Avargani
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Purpose: Over the past decade, the development of Network Data Envelopment Analysis (NDEA) models has enabled researchers to capture the internal structures and interrelationships among sub-units of decision-making units (DMUs). Compared to conventional DEA models, this approach provides deeper managerial ...
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Purpose: Over the past decade, the development of Network Data Envelopment Analysis (NDEA) models has enabled researchers to capture the internal structures and interrelationships among sub-units of decision-making units (DMUs). Compared to conventional DEA models, this approach provides deeper managerial and analytical insights into performance evaluation. The purpose of this study is to systematically review and clarify the overall trends in the development and application of NDEA models, with a particular focus on uncertainty-based approaches, over the period 2014–2024.Methodology: This research employs Microsoft Excel and VOSviewer software tools to conduct co-word analysis, visualize scientific networks, and identify research clusters. The reviewed articles were classified into two major dimensions: research domain (application areas) and research logic (deterministic or non-deterministic).Findings: The results indicate that most NDEA applications are concentrated in industrial sectors, and that deterministic logic dominates the existing body of literature. The term network data envelopment analysis was identified as the second most frequent keyword following data envelopment analysis. Based on the synthesis of reviewed studies, this research proposes a conceptual framework for NDEA and outlines potential future research directions centered on the integration of NDEA with uncertainty theories.Originality/Value: To the best of our knowledge, no comprehensive study has simultaneously addressed network data envelopment analysis and uncertainty. By identifying research gaps, mapping the scientific structure of the field, and highlighting emerging themes and future avenues, this study provides a valuable reference for researchers and practitioners interested in performance evaluation under uncertainty.
supply chain management
Moezodin Mazaheri Tirani; mehdi karbasein; Hadi Shirouyehzad
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Nowadays, outsourcing is considered one of the most critical strategies across various industries and sectors. A proper selection of activities for outsourcing results in organizational efficiency and focusing ability on competitive advantages, while an improper choice can lead to significant challenges. ...
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Nowadays, outsourcing is considered one of the most critical strategies across various industries and sectors. A proper selection of activities for outsourcing results in organizational efficiency and focusing ability on competitive advantages, while an improper choice can lead to significant challenges. In this research, a comprehensive model is proposed for ranking outsourcing options in the service sector. The model calculates the weights of evaluation criteria based on different domains and can be applied across various job sectors.Initially, 285 outsourcing decision-making criteria were identified. Using a structured questionnaire and the Lawshe method, these criteria were reduced to 25 key indicators, and their content validity was confirmed. Subsequently, the finalized criteria were categorized into the four perspectives of the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) using a fuzzy questionnaire. The criteria were then weighted using the Fuzzy SWARA method, and finally, the outsourcing alternatives in the case study, Amir al-Momenin Hospital, were ranked using the fuzzy RAS tool. were ranked using the Fuzzy ARAS method.The results showed that restaurant, pharmacy, IT and technical support, and finance and accounting activities are prioritized for outsourcing with a desirability of 96%, 82%, 63%, and 36%, respectively. By providing a scientific and flexible approach, this model helps decision-makers in the service sector to make effective decisions for outsourcing by considering comprehensive indicators and appropriate weighting, thereby improving organizational productivity.
supply chain management
Zahrasadat Tabatabaei; Mohammad Taghi Rezvan; Saeed Dehnavi
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The broiler chicken industry plays a vital role in ensuring food security and generating employment; however, it faces several challenges, including adequately meeting demand, managing mortality losses, and optimally selecting poultry breeds. The primary objective of this study is to develop an integrated ...
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The broiler chicken industry plays a vital role in ensuring food security and generating employment; however, it faces several challenges, including adequately meeting demand, managing mortality losses, and optimally selecting poultry breeds. The primary objective of this study is to develop an integrated mathematical model for analyzing a chicken meat supply chain that simultaneously optimizes breed selection, production planning, logistics management, and loss reduction. The proposed model is formulated as a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model, aiming to maximize the total profit of the network by considering revenues from the sale of chicken meat and poultry manure, as well as all procurement, production, and distribution costs. Various constraints are incorporated into the model, including supply, production, and distribution capacity limitations at different levels of the supply chain, meat demand satisfaction, and the restriction on raising more than one breed simultaneously. The model is solved using the GAMS software and data collected from reliable sources. The main limitation of the study is the difficulty in accessing fully accurate data due to the confidentiality of financial information of production units. The results demonstrate the effectiveness of the model in optimal resource allocation, breed mix selection (Ross and Cap breeds), and logistics network design. Moreover, sensitivity analysis conducted on key parameters confirms the robustness and reliability of the proposed model. By providing an integrated decision-making framework, this study offers an effective tool for managers and policymakers in the poultry industry to maximize productivity and profitability in a competitive environment.
