This study explores decision-making processes in Community-Based Tourism (CBT) and proposes a framework for a Decision Support System (DSS) to guide rural tourism development. While tourism offers economic benefits and reduces inequality, many communities lack expert support in planning. To address this, the authors conducted a content analysis of research from the past decade using Scopus-indexed sources and Litmap mapping tools. An object-oriented approach was applied to identify key actors, indicators, and decision pathways in CBT. The resulting conceptual framework highlights how decisions are made and adjusted in rural tourism settings. This model serves as a foundation for a generalized DSS, offering communities a structured, adaptable tool for strategic planning and sustainable tourism management.