Summary

This review describes the use of formal decision making methods and software in comparing alternatives, evaluating risk, and making decisions in a mining context. The review lists software and consultants that may be employed to assist in the many phases of decision making, from brainstorming, alternatives listing, criteria setting and definition, alternatives comparison, risk evaluation, ranking, and rationalization for mining-related projects ranging from site selection, facility design, through to mine close plans and long-term surveillance and maintenance.

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INTRODUCTION

In this review we look at some of the methods and software readily available for use in making decisions in complex situations involving multiple criteria and trade offs.