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A systematic literature mapping of multicriteria decision-making methods for assessing technology criticality

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  • Pablo Santos Torres
  • Marcos dos Santos
  • Antonio Eduardo Carrilho da Cunha

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In recent years, the need for innovation has heightened the relevance of evaluating critical technologies. In this regard, multicriteria decision-making (MCDM) methods are suitable for critical technologies prioritisation when conflicts arise between alternatives and criteria. This paper presents a systematic literature mapping to identify trends in MCDM approaches and application fields on this context, highlighting research gaps. After filtering, 91 documents formed the bibliometric stage and 42 the content stage. The research shows the topic's growing importance, especially since 2021. Various approaches have been applied in different prioritisation, indicating the need for customised methods. However, the analytic hierarchy process (AHP) emerged as a prominent keyword, with Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) also relevant. The primary issues addressed were related to energy and environmental solutions, revealing a knowledge gap in fields like defence and health.

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  • Pablo Santos Torres & Marcos dos Santos & Antonio Eduardo Carrilho da Cunha, 2026. "A systematic literature mapping of multicriteria decision-making methods for assessing technology criticality," International Journal of Management and Decision Making, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 25(3), pages 215-241.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijmdma:v:25:y:2026:i:3:p:215-241
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