<![CDATA[This study assesses the economic feasibility of implementing a Decision Support System (DSS) in chemical process industries for emergency management and risk reduction. Recognizing the financial stakes involved in industrial incidents, the research evaluates the costs and returns associated with DSS adoption through a structured cost-benefit analysis. The methodology incorporates capital expenditure (CAPEX), operating expenditure (OPEX), avoided incident losses, and insurance premium reductions. Using data modeling and sensitivity analysis, the study calculates net financial benefits and payback periods under various scenarios, ranging from conservative to optimistic projections. Key findings reveal that the DSS investment of USD 450,000, with an annual OPEX of USD 85,000, yields annual economic benefits of USD 290,000 through incident cost avoidance and insurance savings. This translates to a net benefit of USD 205,000 annually and a payback period of approximately 2.2 years. Even under conservative assumptions, the system demonstrates economic viability, confirming its potential to deliver substantial returns beyond its safety functions. The conclusion affirms that DSS integration not only enhances operational safety but also provides compelling financial justification. It encourages broader adoption in high-risk industrial sectors and advocates for future research that integrates intangible benefits and long-term impacts into economic evaluations.]]>
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