Application of AHP Technique for the selection of Military Warehouse: An Empirical Analysis for Turkey

Abstract

Military warehouses are of critical importance for the sustainability and continuity of military logistics. Military warehouses also play an active role in responding the direct needs of military units, as well as spare parts for maintenance and repair. The main purpose of this research is to determine the location of the military warehouses needed by the military units in Turkey. For this purpose, 5 different regions have been created. The best military warehouse location is determined for each region. Analytical hierarchy process (AHP) technique is applied in the research. 9 criteria are used to solve the problem. Pairwise comparison of criteria and alternatives is evaluated by 20 decision makers who are experts in the field of military logistics. Among the 7 alternatives in the first region, the best alternative location is Istanbul. Among the 10 alternatives in the second region, the best alternative location is İzmir. Among the 14 alternatives in the third region, the best alternative location is Ankara. Among the 9 alternatives in the fourth region, the best alternative location is Erzurum. Among the 13 alternatives in the fifth region, the best alternative location is Malatya. Implications based on the findings obtained are shared.