The Role of Explainable AI in Enhancing Data-Driven Decision Making
Srikanth Reddy Katta, Partha Saha · International Journal of Artificial Intelligence Data Science and Machine Learning · 2025
Explainable AI (XAI) plays a pivotal role in enhancing data-driven decision-making by addressing the opacity of traditional AI systems, often referred to as black boxes. As organizations increasingly rely on AI for critical decisions, the need for transparency and interpretability becomes paramount. XAI provides mechanisms to elucidate how AI models derive their conclusions, fostering trust among stakeholders and facilitating informed decision-making. By generating human readable explanations, XAI not only aids in understanding model outputs but also enables businesses to debug and refine their algorithms, thereby improving overall performance. Moreover, XAI supports compliance with regulatory requirements that mandate explainability in decision-making processes. The integration of XAI techniques can significantly mitigate risks associated with AI-driven decisions, such as biases and inaccuracies, ultimately leading to more reliable outcomes. This paper explores various XAI methodologies and their implications for business practices, emphasizing the transformative potential of explainable AI in promoting accountability, transparency, and ethical considerations in data-driven environments