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Effect of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Strategic Decision-Making in Entrepreneurial Business Initiatives: A Systematic Literature Review

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  • Oscar López-Solís

    (Facultad de Contabilidad y Auditoría, Universidad Técnica de Ambato, Ambato 180207, Ecuador)

  • Alberto Luzuriaga-Jaramillo

    (Facultad de Contabilidad y Auditoría, Universidad Técnica de Ambato, Ambato 180207, Ecuador)

  • Mayra Bedoya-Jara

    (Facultad de Contabilidad y Auditoría, Universidad Técnica de Ambato, Ambato 180207, Ecuador)

  • Joselito Naranjo-Santamaría

    (Facultad de Contabilidad y Auditoría, Universidad Técnica de Ambato, Ambato 180207, Ecuador)

  • Diego Bonilla-Jurado

    (Centro de Innovación y Transferencia Tecnológica, Instituto Superior Tecnológico España, Ambato 180103, Ecuador)

  • Patricia Acosta-Vargas

    (Intelligent and Interactive Systems Laboratory, Universidad de Las Américas, Quito 170125, Ecuador
    Carrera de Ingeniería Industrial, Facultad de Ingeniería y Ciencias Aplicadas, Universidad de Las Américas, Quito 170125, Ecuador)

Abstract

Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) is emerging as a promising tool with which to improve strategic decision-making in a business environment characterized by increasing complexity. There are external and internal factors that are part of the success of entrepreneurial initiatives. Relevant factors that make decision-making effective include the technological environment, as an external factor, and innovation, as an internal factor. Methods : This study reviews the existing literature on implementing GAI in business decision-making. It assesses its short-, medium- and long-term effects, considering the interaction between GAI and human judgment. Challenges related to uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity are examined, and the relevant literature is reviewed to understand these aspects comprehensively. Results : The review shows that, despite the advanced capabilities of GAI to analyze data and generate patterns, human judgment remains crucial in situations of high uncertainty. The results suggest that combining GAI with human expertise can improve the accuracy and efficiency of strategic decision-making by integrating the strengths of both parties. Conclusions : The implementation of GAI can offer significant improvements in the efficiency and accuracy of business decisions. However, human judgment and experience remain essential, especially in uncertain contexts. The key to maximizing the benefits of GAI lies in finding the right balance between artificial intelligence and human capital.

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  • Oscar López-Solís & Alberto Luzuriaga-Jaramillo & Mayra Bedoya-Jara & Joselito Naranjo-Santamaría & Diego Bonilla-Jurado & Patricia Acosta-Vargas, 2025. "Effect of Generative Artificial Intelligence on Strategic Decision-Making in Entrepreneurial Business Initiatives: A Systematic Literature Review," Administrative Sciences, MDPI, vol. 15(2), pages 1-25, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jadmsc:v:15:y:2025:i:2:p:66-:d:1593406
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