In a previous research project, two bachelor theses utilized a simplified version of the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP-Express) for choosing between software solutions. Since AHP-Express does not allow for consistency checks in the weighting of decision criteria, this master's thesis aims to develop a comprehensive AHP-based approach and implement it as a tool.

The goal of this master's thesis is to develop a tool that supports the decision-making workflow using the Analytic Hierarchy Process. In addition to decision support, the tool should also be capable of performing consistency analyses (regarding criteria weighting and transitivity).

Initially, it should be examined whether existing standard products are available that could serve as a basis. If existing solutions are used, the work will focus on supporting the resulting workflow.
The tool, which could be used for various decision-making processes, is to be developed in collaboration with our research partner, the Oldenburgisch-Ostfriesischer Wasserverband (OOWV).

• Literature Review and Analysis of Existing AHP Tools: Investigation of existing solutions and their suitability as a basis for the new tool.
• Requirement Analysis: Determining the requirements for the new tool, especially regarding consistency checks.
• Concept Development: Developing a concept for the tool, including the methodology for consistency analysis.
• Implementation: Programming and implementation of the tool based on the developed concept.
• Evaluation: Testing and validation of the tool using real-world case studies in collaboration with the OOWV.

• Basic knowledge in decision support systems and AHP
• Programming skills in an appropriate language (e.g., Python, Java)
• Interest in collaboration with a research partner and in the practical application of scientific methods