It has been one of the most imperative policy topics for most of the authorities in charge of traditional
markets to improve sales volume and profit structure of stores in the market. According to previous
literatures, we recognize that there are some core factors which are affecting the business performances of
traditional market such as market infrastructure, sales management, price and quality of items they are
selling. In order to activate stagnant traditional markets, among internal factors of market, this study analyzed which factor should be prioritized through AHP. Among internal factors to activate markets, the
inherent characteristics of market was the most important, and then followed by management and facilities
in order. Regarding the complex weighted value in each detailed item, it was shown in the order of quality
of product, operating subject, and price of product. Therefore, in the aspect of market management, it
should be operated by focusing on the quality of products. In the aspect of policy, the will of merchants
association as a main operating subject should be considered as the most important element. Based on the
AHP analysis, we conclude that potential power of management would be the most critical factor
determining the success of traditional markets.