Evaluation of Cutting-Edge Technologies for Economic Growth through Fuzzy AHP Approach

In the modern global economy, sustainability has emerged as a crucial foundation for achieving long-term stability and growth. Escalating environmental challenges, depletion of natural resources, and growing social expectations have made the selection of suitable technologies and innovations essential for sustainable economic progress. Yet, such decisions are often made amid uncertainty driven by technological risks, volatile markets, evolving regulations, and geopolitical instability. These factors complicate decision-making for policymakers, industry leaders, and investors, underscoring the need for resilient analytical frameworks that support informed innovative choices while mitigating risks. Achieving harmony between innovation and sustainability requires balancing economic feasibility, environmental responsibility, and social well-being. This study introduces a holistic framework for evaluating advanced technologies that contribute to economic development under uncertain and complex conditions. Utilizing the fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) with Z numbers, the approach combines fuzzy logic and Z-numbers to effectively represent uncertainty and the reliability of expert evaluations. The model supports a structured multi-criteria assessment that integrates economic, environmental, and social dimensions, guiding stakeholders in selecting technologies that foster sustainable and adaptable growth. Through conceptual analysis and practical case applications, the research validates the efficiency of the fuzzy Z-AHP approach as a robust, transparent, and flexible decision-making tool for technology evaluation in dynamic economic environments. The outcomes enhance methodological advancement in sustainable development and strategic innovation management.