UNH Corporation's Environmental Group in Shetland, New Zealand is analyzing four new water pollution control technologies for the purpose of selecting best one for adoption by the Corporation. Management has rated these technologies with respect to six criteria using a 0-100 scale (0 = worst, 100 = best). Management also has given the performance criteria different weights. The table below summarizes the relevant information. Using the weighting- and-scoring method (known as the preference matrix method), which one technology should the Corporation choose? Weight Rating Criterion A D Durability/lifetime 20 100 80 30 100 Cost of operation 30 90 90 100 80 Required facility space 10 80 20 60 50 Compliance with regulations Ease of use/maintenance 20 50 100 80 80 15 90 30 40 90 Required labor skills 10 70 50 40 50

UNH Corporation's Environmental Group in Shetland, New Zealand is analyzing four new water pollution control technologies for the purpose of selecting best one for adoption by the Corporation. Management has rated these technologies with respect to six criteria using a 0-100 scale (0 = worst, 100 = best). Management also has given the performance criteria different weights. The table below summarizes the relevant information. Using the weighting- and-scoring method (known as the preference matrix method), which one technology should the Corporation choose? Weight Rating Criterion A D Durability/lifetime 20 100 80 30 100 Cost of operation 30 90 90 100 80 Required facility space 10 80 20 60 50 Compliance with regulations Ease of use/maintenance 20 50 100 80 80 15 90 30 40 90 Required labor skills 10 70 50 40 50

Understanding Business

12th Edition

ISBN:9781259929434

Author:William Nickels

Publisher:William Nickels

Chapter1: Taking Risks And Making Profits Within The Dynamic Business Environment

Section: Chapter Questions

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