Abstract
Project success has always been a topical discussion within organizations. Though the success measures are varied, there is consensus on what constitutes a successful project. The litmus test lies in executing projects whose outcome meets and satisfies the triple constraints and the multi-dimensional success criteria. The research study proposes the development of a framework for project execution that is designed at delivering projects successfully within the gas industry in South Africa. It focuses on the execution phase as the epicentre of the project activities which influences and contributes to the project outcome. The framework elements are iteratively built using a “systems engineering” approach of Analyse, Design, Develop and Deploy. Furthermore, quality refinements are implemented at each stage of execution to advance quality checks and help make project decisions. Existing project frameworks are explored through literature reviews and analysed to draw synergies. Though most of the frameworks take a cradle to grave approach to the project life cycle, the framework for execution focuses on the execution phase of the project life cycle. It describes the elements and attributes of the framework and concludes by testing the framework in two case studies applications.
M.Phil. (Engineering Management)