Developing a Strategic Sustainability Assessment Methodology for Free Zones Using the Analytical Hierarchy Process Approach

The application of sustainability within free zones can be considered a means to enhancing their competitiveness. Free with high level are more likely attract investment and other kinds support, while meeting global obligations regard sustainable development. Accordingly, adopting assessment tools is crucial for measuring the effectiveness zones. In this context, study addresses using analytical hierarchy process (AHP) decision tool. first contribution article proposing novel model strategic in zones, which considers all dimensions sustainability. second deriving weights priorities related AHP method. results demonstrate that economic dimension most regarded pillar, percentage 41.81%, followed by environmental pillar at 24.97%; then, social 22.26%, finally, organizational 10.96%. Although addressed indicators, it did not delve into individual components deeply, may open opportunities direct future research toward developing models context