This paper focuses on data management aspects of computerized
decision support systems which use interactive multiple criteria
decision methods. In this context, we point out the technical
requirements for such systems and the importance of the data
management tool to MCDSS.
After a discussion of candidate data models (i.e.
relational, hierarchical, and network), we examine the criteria to
use in choosing the data model for MCDSS.
In the last part of this paper, we review some database
management services which support data definition, data
manipulation, and data integrity within the multiple-criteria
decision making framework. These services guide us when designing
the appropriate architecture for the MCDSSâs data component.Information Systems Working Papers Serie
