Abstract

In this paper, we propose a novel approach for the analysis of hierarchical multi-block data based on fuzzy techniques. The proposed method enables the identification of significant relationships within and between data blocks, while ensuring interpretability of the hierarchical multi-block structure. Empirical validation of the method on data from the ESG4PMChange and SPM² projects, assessing Sustainable Project Management and Environmental, Social, and Governance competencies, demonstrates the method's ability to uncover interpretable hierarchical dependencies that are robust to different aggregation strategies.

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Mroczek, T., Matusiewicz, Z., Wójcik, J. & Świętoniowska, J.(2026). A Novel Approach for Analyzing Disjoint Hierarchical Multi-Block Data. In M. Valenta, B. Mannová, R. Pergl, A. Przybylek, M. Lang, H. Linger, C. Schneider, N. Iivari, & E. Insfran (Eds.), Making ISD Sustainable: Reloaded with AI and Automation (ISD2026 Proceedings). Prague, Czech Republic: Czech Technical University in Prague. ISBN: 978-80-01-07585-2. https://doi.org/10.62036/ISD.2026.37

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10.62036/ISD.2026.37

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A Novel Approach for Analyzing Disjoint Hierarchical Multi-Block Data

In this paper, we propose a novel approach for the analysis of hierarchical multi-block data based on fuzzy techniques. The proposed method enables the identification of significant relationships within and between data blocks, while ensuring interpretability of the hierarchical multi-block structure. Empirical validation of the method on data from the ESG4PMChange and SPM² projects, assessing Sustainable Project Management and Environmental, Social, and Governance competencies, demonstrates the method's ability to uncover interpretable hierarchical dependencies that are robust to different aggregation strategies.