The role of data in decision making: Why quality data matters

The purpose of this research paper was to discuss the role of data in decision-making and why it matters. A systematic literature review of the role of data in decision-making was adopted. The authors searched peer-reviewed journal articles and professional journals published from 2003 to 2021. The study focused on the quality dimension, verifying the quality, and misleading data. The results from this study point to data attributes or factors to consider for quality decision-making. The study can guide analysts, leaders, and managers on what data to use for quality decision-making.