Background of the Study
Decision Support Systems (DSS) have become integral tools in organizational management, particularly in complex and dynamic environments such as the Nigerian business landscape. A DSS is a computerized system that supports managerial decision-making by providing timely, relevant, and accurate information to aid in problem-solving and strategic planning (Hassan & Olajide, 2024). In telecommunications, where competition is intense and operational complexity is high, organizations like Airtel Nigeria are increasingly relying on DSS to improve the quality of decisions related to marketing, operations, customer service, and financial management.
Airtel Nigeria, as one of the leading mobile service providers in the country, operates in a highly competitive market where quick decision-making and responsiveness to market trends are crucial. With the proliferation of mobile data, digital services, and customer-centric business models, Airtel Nigeria faces the challenge of making informed decisions that can enhance its market position and ensure operational efficiency. DSS enables managers to analyze large datasets, forecast trends, evaluate alternatives, and make more informed decisions based on real-time information (Olajide & Adedeji, 2023).
Despite the benefits of DSS in improving decision-making processes, there is limited research on the impact of these systems on managerial effectiveness within Nigerian organizations, particularly in the telecommunications sector. This study seeks to evaluate how Airtel Nigeria utilizes DSS to enhance managerial effectiveness and how these systems contribute to achieving organizational goals. By examining the relationship between DSS usage and managerial performance at Airtel Nigeria, this research aims to provide valuable insights for other Nigerian firms considering the adoption of such systems.
Statement of the Problem
While Decision Support Systems have been widely adopted in many industries globally, their impact on managerial effectiveness within Nigerian organizations remains underexplored. Airtel Nigeria, as a leader in the telecommunications industry, has integrated DSS into its decision-making processes, but the specific effect on managerial performance and organizational outcomes is not well understood. Given the complexity of the Nigerian telecom market and the rapid pace of technological advancements, it is critical to examine how DSS enhances decision-making and contributes to improved managerial effectiveness at Airtel Nigeria.
This study aims to address the gap by exploring how Airtel Nigeria’s DSS has influenced decision-making quality, managerial productivity, and overall organizational effectiveness. The findings will offer practical recommendations for other Nigerian firms looking to implement DSS for improved management.
Objectives of the Study
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Scope and Limitations of the Study
This study will focus on Airtel Nigeria and examine how the company’s management utilizes DSS across various departments, including marketing, operations, and finance. Data will be gathered from interviews with key managers, performance reports, and system usage statistics. Limitations include potential biases in self-reported data and the difficulty of isolating the effects of DSS from other factors influencing managerial effectiveness.
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