Role of big data management in enhancing big data decision-making capability and quality among Chinese firms: A dynamic capabilities view

Abstract This study examines the antecedents and influence of big data decision-making capabilities on decision-making quality among Chinese firms. We propose that such capabilities are influenced by big data management challenges such as leadership, talent management, technology, and organisational culture. By using primary data from 108 Chinese firms and utilising partial least squares, we tested the antecedents of big data decision-making capability and its impact on decision-making quality. Findings suggest that big data management challenges are the key antecedents of big data decision-making capability. Furthermore, the latter is vital for big data decision-making quality.

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