Conflict management in outsourced engineering projects in South Africa
- Mdontsane, A.B., Nel, H., Marnewick, A.
- Authors: Mdontsane, A.B. , Nel, H. , Marnewick, A.
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Conflict management , Project success , Project management
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/366083 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/256782 , uj:26961 , Citation: Mdontsane, A.B., Nel, H. & Marnewick, A. 2017. Conflict management in outsourced engineering projects in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigate conflict management in engineering projects in South Africa. Improved management of project failure is possible if the relationship between conflict management and project success is known. Organizations turn to project management to unlock opportunities and fulfil strategic objectives. This study provides a framework to address and manage conflict in outsourced engineering projects for the benefit of organizations and engineering professionals who are involved in projects. The constructs of conflict management and project success were delineated and analyzed with structural equation modeling in SPSS. The statistical analysis confirmed that effective conflict management positively impacts project success.
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- Authors: Mdontsane, A.B. , Nel, H. , Marnewick, A.
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Conflict management , Project success , Project management
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/366083 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/256782 , uj:26961 , Citation: Mdontsane, A.B., Nel, H. & Marnewick, A. 2017. Conflict management in outsourced engineering projects in South Africa.
- Description: Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigate conflict management in engineering projects in South Africa. Improved management of project failure is possible if the relationship between conflict management and project success is known. Organizations turn to project management to unlock opportunities and fulfil strategic objectives. This study provides a framework to address and manage conflict in outsourced engineering projects for the benefit of organizations and engineering professionals who are involved in projects. The constructs of conflict management and project success were delineated and analyzed with structural equation modeling in SPSS. The statistical analysis confirmed that effective conflict management positively impacts project success.
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Critical factors influencing success of infrastructure projects
- Makabate, Choeu T., Wessels, Arie, Musonda, Innocent, Okoro, Chioma S.
- Authors: Makabate, Choeu T. , Wessels, Arie , Musonda, Innocent , Okoro, Chioma S.
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Construction industry , Critical success factors , Project success
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/${Handle} , uj:29888 , Citation: Makabate, C.T. et al. 2018. Critical factors influencing success of infrastructure projects.
- Description: Abstract: Infrastructure projects that do not meet organisations' goals and objectives can have a negative impact on organisations, stakeholders and end–users. Studies have been conducted by various researchers to identify critical success factors (CSFs) that influence the successful outcomes of infrastructure projects. The main objective of the study discussed in this paper was to identify critical factors influencing project success. Questionnaires were devised from literature review and administered to construction industry professionals which included project team members, line managers and project managers. Based on the findings, political influence, adequate planning, project manager competence and adequate funding were ranked the highest critical success factors. The research findings are focused to assist industry professionals gain better understanding on key areas based on prioritised success factors in order to improve performance in project delivery.
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- Authors: Makabate, Choeu T. , Wessels, Arie , Musonda, Innocent , Okoro, Chioma S.
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Construction industry , Critical success factors , Project success
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/${Handle} , uj:29888 , Citation: Makabate, C.T. et al. 2018. Critical factors influencing success of infrastructure projects.
- Description: Abstract: Infrastructure projects that do not meet organisations' goals and objectives can have a negative impact on organisations, stakeholders and end–users. Studies have been conducted by various researchers to identify critical success factors (CSFs) that influence the successful outcomes of infrastructure projects. The main objective of the study discussed in this paper was to identify critical factors influencing project success. Questionnaires were devised from literature review and administered to construction industry professionals which included project team members, line managers and project managers. Based on the findings, political influence, adequate planning, project manager competence and adequate funding were ranked the highest critical success factors. The research findings are focused to assist industry professionals gain better understanding on key areas based on prioritised success factors in order to improve performance in project delivery.
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Application of value management methodologies to project selection in Nigerian construction industry
- Ogunsanya, Oluwabukunmi A., Aigbavboa, Clinton O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Ogunsanya, Oluwabukunmi A. , Aigbavboa, Clinton O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Project selection , Project success , Stakeholders
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/68098 , uj:17688 , Citation: Ogunsanya, O.A., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Application of value management methodologies to project selection in Nigerian construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: Previous researchers have proposed that efficient project selection is one of the critical factors that determine project success. Current realities indicate that end users do not accept certain projects despite attempts by these projects at meeting targets of quality, cost and time. Such is the case of certain government-sponsored projects in Nigeria which gets abandoned or fail to attain full utilization. Policy makers assume they know what the people need without consulting them. The value question is hardly adequately answered and agreed upon across the spectrum of stakeholders. The senario above created the need for this research which explores how value management methodologies can be applied to project selection processes in Nigeria. The study adopts mainly the review of literature of value management. The findings showed that a more inclusive, benefits-oriented, value-laden project selection process will lead to a decrease in unused and underutilized public projects in Nigeria. Hence, improving end user satisfaction. This supports the position of established literature and scholarly position in the field of value management which emphasized team oriented, stakeholders inclusive process.
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Application of value management methodologies to project selection in Nigerian construction industry
- Authors: Ogunsanya, Oluwabukunmi A. , Aigbavboa, Clinton O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Project selection , Project success , Stakeholders
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/68098 , uj:17688 , Citation: Ogunsanya, O.A., Aigbavboa, C.O. & Thwala, W.D. 2015. Application of value management methodologies to project selection in Nigerian construction industry.
- Description: Abstract: Previous researchers have proposed that efficient project selection is one of the critical factors that determine project success. Current realities indicate that end users do not accept certain projects despite attempts by these projects at meeting targets of quality, cost and time. Such is the case of certain government-sponsored projects in Nigeria which gets abandoned or fail to attain full utilization. Policy makers assume they know what the people need without consulting them. The value question is hardly adequately answered and agreed upon across the spectrum of stakeholders. The senario above created the need for this research which explores how value management methodologies can be applied to project selection processes in Nigeria. The study adopts mainly the review of literature of value management. The findings showed that a more inclusive, benefits-oriented, value-laden project selection process will lead to a decrease in unused and underutilized public projects in Nigeria. Hence, improving end user satisfaction. This supports the position of established literature and scholarly position in the field of value management which emphasized team oriented, stakeholders inclusive process.
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Investigating the effect of team grouping principles on project success : a case study
- Coetzee, Jacques, Pretorius, J.H.C, Pretorius, L.
- Authors: Coetzee, Jacques , Pretorius, J.H.C , Pretorius, L.
- Date: 2011
- Subjects: Project management , Self Perception Inventory , Project success , Project teams
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4717 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/10966
- Description: Time is money, an expression very often used these days. As we know, deadlines and budgets form a critical part of any project. It is for this reason that the researcher decided to investigate the effect that project team composition has on project success. The reality however is that project teams are formed randomly or by availability of personnel and not with due regard to individual competency and the efficiency of team roles. This often leads to project failure. The research aim was to identify and apply various methods used to compose an optimal project team. One of the factors that influences teamwork within the project team is the behaviour of team members. Dr. R. Meredith Belbin developed a Self Perception Inventory (SPI) which is a tool used to determine the preferred team role for every team member. This SPI was applied to the chosen sample and the outcome, which is a report of the individual's preferred team role, was compared to the actual role these individuals performed in one of their unsuccessful projects. The result of the study showed that when individuals are not applied within their preferred team roles it could have a negative effect on the chances for project success.
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- Authors: Coetzee, Jacques , Pretorius, J.H.C , Pretorius, L.
- Date: 2011
- Subjects: Project management , Self Perception Inventory , Project success , Project teams
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:4717 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/10966
- Description: Time is money, an expression very often used these days. As we know, deadlines and budgets form a critical part of any project. It is for this reason that the researcher decided to investigate the effect that project team composition has on project success. The reality however is that project teams are formed randomly or by availability of personnel and not with due regard to individual competency and the efficiency of team roles. This often leads to project failure. The research aim was to identify and apply various methods used to compose an optimal project team. One of the factors that influences teamwork within the project team is the behaviour of team members. Dr. R. Meredith Belbin developed a Self Perception Inventory (SPI) which is a tool used to determine the preferred team role for every team member. This SPI was applied to the chosen sample and the outcome, which is a report of the individual's preferred team role, was compared to the actual role these individuals performed in one of their unsuccessful projects. The result of the study showed that when individuals are not applied within their preferred team roles it could have a negative effect on the chances for project success.
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Managing consultants as key construction stakeholders for enhanced stakeholder management and project delivery
- Eyiah-Botwe, E., Aigbavboa, C., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Eyiah-Botwe, E. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: key stakeholder , Project success , Quantity surveyor
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91955 , uj:20167 , Citation: Thwala, W.D., Aigbavboa, C. & Eyiah-Botwe, E. 2016. Managing consultants as key construction stakeholders for enhanced stakeholder management and project delivery.
- Description: Abstract: Meeting stakeholders’ needs and satisfaction is a primary project success factor in addition to cost, time and quality. Though studies have suggested stakeholders’ dissatisfaction with project success, there is lack of studies on quantity surveyors’ role and management in developing countries in achieving project success. This paper explored and evaluated consultant’s management approach as part of a broader study aimed at ‘Developing sustainable stakeholder management framework for construction projects in Ghana’. Firstly, literature on construction stakeholder management from journals and published dissertations were reviewed. GETFund tertiary education projects in Ghana were used as case study. Data was analysed using the stakeholder circle, salience and matrix approaches suggested by scholars and used in similar researches to identify and evaluate key stakeholders role and management. The study confirmed the identification and role of Quantity Surveyors as key stakeholders though not managed as such by project managers. It established project failures as effect of stakeholder management absence and recommends the education, consideration of stakeholder management by project managers, keeping Quantity Surveyors well informed, monitored and actively involved in the project planning.
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- Authors: Eyiah-Botwe, E. , Aigbavboa, C. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: key stakeholder , Project success , Quantity surveyor
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/91955 , uj:20167 , Citation: Thwala, W.D., Aigbavboa, C. & Eyiah-Botwe, E. 2016. Managing consultants as key construction stakeholders for enhanced stakeholder management and project delivery.
- Description: Abstract: Meeting stakeholders’ needs and satisfaction is a primary project success factor in addition to cost, time and quality. Though studies have suggested stakeholders’ dissatisfaction with project success, there is lack of studies on quantity surveyors’ role and management in developing countries in achieving project success. This paper explored and evaluated consultant’s management approach as part of a broader study aimed at ‘Developing sustainable stakeholder management framework for construction projects in Ghana’. Firstly, literature on construction stakeholder management from journals and published dissertations were reviewed. GETFund tertiary education projects in Ghana were used as case study. Data was analysed using the stakeholder circle, salience and matrix approaches suggested by scholars and used in similar researches to identify and evaluate key stakeholders role and management. The study confirmed the identification and role of Quantity Surveyors as key stakeholders though not managed as such by project managers. It established project failures as effect of stakeholder management absence and recommends the education, consideration of stakeholder management by project managers, keeping Quantity Surveyors well informed, monitored and actively involved in the project planning.
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Relationship between leadership styles and project success in the South African construction industry
- Liphadzi, M., Aigbavboa, C. O., Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Authors: Liphadzi, M. , Aigbavboa, C. O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry - South Africa , Leadership styles , Project success
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/17537 , uj:15460 , Liphadzi, M. Aigbavboa, C., & Thwala W. 2015. Relationship between leadership styles and project success in the South African construction industry. Creative Construction Conference, 21-24 June 2015, Krakow, Poland.
- Description: Adequate leadership is a vital key to the successful performance of any firm or business, and it is much more important to the construction industry. The main objective of this paper is to explore the relationship between different leadership style practices and project success in the South African construction industry. The data used in this research were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire aimed at 150 project and construction managers in the South African construction industry. However, 110 questionnaires were received representing a 73% response rate. Data from the questionnaire were analyzed using SPSS 21.0 software. Correlation analysis was used to determine the relationship between leadership styles and project success. Likewise, the relationship between the different leadership styles and project successes in the South African construction industry was investigated using Pearson Product-moment Correlation Coefficient. Findings from the study revealed that there is a positive relationship between transactional leadership and project success. The results further revealed that there is no relationship between Laissez faire leadership style and construction project success. However, the study explores the relationship between leadership styles and project success in the South African construction industry. The study contributes to the body of knowledge of construction leadership by providing a robust background on construction leadership style practices of project and construction managers.
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- Authors: Liphadzi, M. , Aigbavboa, C. O. , Thwala, Wellington Didibhuku
- Date: 2015
- Subjects: Construction industry - South Africa , Leadership styles , Project success
- Language: English
- Type: Conference Proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/17537 , uj:15460 , Liphadzi, M. Aigbavboa, C., & Thwala W. 2015. Relationship between leadership styles and project success in the South African construction industry. Creative Construction Conference, 21-24 June 2015, Krakow, Poland.
- Description: Adequate leadership is a vital key to the successful performance of any firm or business, and it is much more important to the construction industry. The main objective of this paper is to explore the relationship between different leadership style practices and project success in the South African construction industry. The data used in this research were derived from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected via a detailed review of related literature. The primary data was collected through a structured questionnaire aimed at 150 project and construction managers in the South African construction industry. However, 110 questionnaires were received representing a 73% response rate. Data from the questionnaire were analyzed using SPSS 21.0 software. Correlation analysis was used to determine the relationship between leadership styles and project success. Likewise, the relationship between the different leadership styles and project successes in the South African construction industry was investigated using Pearson Product-moment Correlation Coefficient. Findings from the study revealed that there is a positive relationship between transactional leadership and project success. The results further revealed that there is no relationship between Laissez faire leadership style and construction project success. However, the study explores the relationship between leadership styles and project success in the South African construction industry. The study contributes to the body of knowledge of construction leadership by providing a robust background on construction leadership style practices of project and construction managers.
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Multinational team alignment in Mexican construction engineering design projects
- Powys, Melissa, Marnewick, Annlizé, Pretorius, Jan-harm
- Authors: Powys, Melissa , Marnewick, Annlizé , Pretorius, Jan-harm
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Team alignment , Project success , Engineering design management
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/271126 , uj:28830 , Citation: Powys, M., Marnewick, A. & Pretorius, J. 2018. Multinational team alignment in Mexican construction engineering design projects.
- Description: Abstract: Multinational project success is achieved through team alignment. As engineering, design projects become more global, design teams now consist of multiple nationalities. This affects team alignment in terms of culture, skills and goals. Many cultural studies provide insight into the dynamic of multinational teams across the globe yet the approach to management of a multinational engineering team with a strong Mexican influence in limited. An ethnographic case study of a mega engineering, cross-cultural project in Mexico was undertaken over a period of 2.5years, utilising a scorecard to evaluate the influence of the Mexican culture on team alignment. Focused interviews with key participants within the project validated the findings. Mexican team alignment is best achieved by addressing both cultural and goal alignment as interdependent elements. Multinational project teams in Mexico must be culturally aware and align the objectives of the project to the local environment to achieve project success in Mexican terms.
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- Authors: Powys, Melissa , Marnewick, Annlizé , Pretorius, Jan-harm
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Team alignment , Project success , Engineering design management
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/271126 , uj:28830 , Citation: Powys, M., Marnewick, A. & Pretorius, J. 2018. Multinational team alignment in Mexican construction engineering design projects.
- Description: Abstract: Multinational project success is achieved through team alignment. As engineering, design projects become more global, design teams now consist of multiple nationalities. This affects team alignment in terms of culture, skills and goals. Many cultural studies provide insight into the dynamic of multinational teams across the globe yet the approach to management of a multinational engineering team with a strong Mexican influence in limited. An ethnographic case study of a mega engineering, cross-cultural project in Mexico was undertaken over a period of 2.5years, utilising a scorecard to evaluate the influence of the Mexican culture on team alignment. Focused interviews with key participants within the project validated the findings. Mexican team alignment is best achieved by addressing both cultural and goal alignment as interdependent elements. Multinational project teams in Mexico must be culturally aware and align the objectives of the project to the local environment to achieve project success in Mexican terms.
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ICT governance practices and project success
- Erasmus, Wikus, Oguntade, Yemi
- Authors: Erasmus, Wikus , Oguntade, Yemi
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Project governance , IT Project management , Project success
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/405360 , uj:34036 , Citation: Erasmus, W., Yemi, O. 2019 : ICT governance practices and project success
- Description: Abstract : Previous research reveals an increased organisational adoption of project and enterprise ICT governance practices to improve project results, yet ICT project outcome has continued to fall short of stakeholders’ expectations. Hence justifying ICT investments in-view of current global economic outlook and conflicting priorities in organizations, will continue to be a laborious task unless this is addressed. This research focused on improving ICT project stakeholders’ perception of the value return from ICT investment and projects through standard governance practices. Literature on the evolution of how ICT project stakeholder have assessed ICT project value and the influence of ICT governance and project standard practices adoption were explored. The result of survey data analysis showed a complementary relationship, hence a synergy if organizations would adopt and develop organizational capabilities for both project and ICT governance standards; to equal level of maturity. The results of this study also highlighted some levers, by which ICT professional can positively elevate project stakeholders’ perception of the value return on ICT investments.
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- Authors: Erasmus, Wikus , Oguntade, Yemi
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Project governance , IT Project management , Project success
- Language: English
- Type: Conference proceedings
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/405360 , uj:34036 , Citation: Erasmus, W., Yemi, O. 2019 : ICT governance practices and project success
- Description: Abstract : Previous research reveals an increased organisational adoption of project and enterprise ICT governance practices to improve project results, yet ICT project outcome has continued to fall short of stakeholders’ expectations. Hence justifying ICT investments in-view of current global economic outlook and conflicting priorities in organizations, will continue to be a laborious task unless this is addressed. This research focused on improving ICT project stakeholders’ perception of the value return from ICT investment and projects through standard governance practices. Literature on the evolution of how ICT project stakeholder have assessed ICT project value and the influence of ICT governance and project standard practices adoption were explored. The result of survey data analysis showed a complementary relationship, hence a synergy if organizations would adopt and develop organizational capabilities for both project and ICT governance standards; to equal level of maturity. The results of this study also highlighted some levers, by which ICT professional can positively elevate project stakeholders’ perception of the value return on ICT investments.
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The continuum of Information Systems project success : reflecting on the correlation between project success dimensions
- Joseph, Nazeer, Marnewick, Carl
- Authors: Joseph, Nazeer , Marnewick, Carl
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Information system projects , Project success , Project success constructs
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/481704 , uj:43656 , Citation: JOseph, N. & Marnewick, C. 2021. The continuum of Information Systems project success : reflecting on the correlation between project success dimensions.
- Description: Abstract: Information systems (IS) project success has been a perennial bane of many researchers. Although there are short, medium and long-term dimensions to success, the reality is that they are inseparably linked. Time plays a significant role as a stakeholder, such as a project manager who has short-term interests. In contrast, a business executive has long-term interests for the organisation as a whole. Project success is arguably a continuum where each dimension plays a role in realising long-term benefits for the organisation. This research investigates IS projects specifically to understand the argued correlation between short, medium and long-term project success dimensions. A total of 612 valid responses were collected through an online questionnaire. Quantitative analysis through PLS-SEM was conducted to reveal the correlation between success dimensions. The overall implication is that short-term IS project success does not directly correlate with long-term IS project success. However, there is a clear correlation between the time phases of IS project success. This research shows medium-term success mediates the relationship and correlation of short and long-term success. While literature acknowledges the relationship literature, this research confirms this notion and proves a significant correlation between each IS project success dimension over time.
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- Authors: Joseph, Nazeer , Marnewick, Carl
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Information system projects , Project success , Project success constructs
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/481704 , uj:43656 , Citation: JOseph, N. & Marnewick, C. 2021. The continuum of Information Systems project success : reflecting on the correlation between project success dimensions.
- Description: Abstract: Information systems (IS) project success has been a perennial bane of many researchers. Although there are short, medium and long-term dimensions to success, the reality is that they are inseparably linked. Time plays a significant role as a stakeholder, such as a project manager who has short-term interests. In contrast, a business executive has long-term interests for the organisation as a whole. Project success is arguably a continuum where each dimension plays a role in realising long-term benefits for the organisation. This research investigates IS projects specifically to understand the argued correlation between short, medium and long-term project success dimensions. A total of 612 valid responses were collected through an online questionnaire. Quantitative analysis through PLS-SEM was conducted to reveal the correlation between success dimensions. The overall implication is that short-term IS project success does not directly correlate with long-term IS project success. However, there is a clear correlation between the time phases of IS project success. This research shows medium-term success mediates the relationship and correlation of short and long-term success. While literature acknowledges the relationship literature, this research confirms this notion and proves a significant correlation between each IS project success dimension over time.
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