Abstract
In this paper, we propose an automated multi-agent negotiation framework for decision making in the construction domain. It enables software agents to conduct negotiations and autonomously make decisions. The proposed framework consists of two types of components, internal and external. Internal components are integrated into the agent architecture while the external components are blended within the environment to facilitate the negotiation process. The internal components are negotiation algorithm, negotiation style, negotiation protocol, and solution generators. The external components are the negotiation base and the conflict resolution algorithm. We also discuss the decision making process flow in such system. There are three main processes in decision making for specific projects, which are propose solutions, negotiate solutions and handling conflict outcomes (conflict resolution). We finally present the proposed architecture that enables software agents to conduct automated negotiation in the construction domain.
Highlights
In the construction domain, deciding on a new project is dependent upon a company’s strategy
The proposed framework with the internal and external components manifests the Automated Negotiation Model based on the Multi-agent System (ANMAS)
To create a multi-agent automated negotiation model, agents need to be integrated with several components
Summary
In the construction domain, deciding on a new project is dependent upon a company’s strategy. If the strategy is based on a decision made by a stakeholder, it takes a very short time to decide Such decision has no value in terms of value management, because the decision-making process does not include other experienced stakeholders that hold different backgrounds. For any decision to be made regarding a new project, stakeholders must propose a single optimal solution. The negotiation may not be easy and smooth because when stakeholders possess different backgrounds, often their views about the optimal solution for a particular project are different. Such differences cause conflicts in arriving at a decision.
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