scholarly journals IT Project Governance and Stakeholder Conflict Resolution

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
David Johnstone
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
It Projects ◽  
Systems Perspective ◽  
Project Governance ◽  
Stakeholder Conflict ◽  
It Project ◽  
History Play

<p>IT projects have long been problematic, particularly as they have grown in size and complexity, frequently integrating several organisational functions, and often involving many stakeholders as a result. A common problem with large, complex IT projects is stakeholder conflict. Unless conflict is resolved effectively, there is a risk that the project will suffer delays and struggle to make progress. The purpose of this study is to investigate the role that environmental factors, such as culture, power, and history, play in conflict resolution. This study also examines how IT project governance can moderate the negative effects of environmental factors, and facilitate more successful conflict resolution. A systems perspective is used to represent the research framework. A positivist, qualitative research method using three case studies is used to examine the nature of conflict resolution in IT projects, comparing and contrasting outcomes. IT project governance arrangements (policies, authority structures and mechanisms) are found to be critical to the way stakeholder conflict is resolved</p>

scholarly journals IT Project Governance and Stakeholder Conflict Resolution

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
◽  
David Johnstone
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
It Projects ◽  
Systems Perspective ◽  
Project Governance ◽  
Stakeholder Conflict ◽  
It Project ◽  
History Play

<p>IT projects have long been problematic, particularly as they have grown in size and complexity, frequently integrating several organisational functions, and often involving many stakeholders as a result. A common problem with large, complex IT projects is stakeholder conflict. Unless conflict is resolved effectively, there is a risk that the project will suffer delays and struggle to make progress. The purpose of this study is to investigate the role that environmental factors, such as culture, power, and history, play in conflict resolution. This study also examines how IT project governance can moderate the negative effects of environmental factors, and facilitate more successful conflict resolution. A systems perspective is used to represent the research framework. A positivist, qualitative research method using three case studies is used to examine the nature of conflict resolution in IT projects, comparing and contrasting outcomes. IT project governance arrangements (policies, authority structures and mechanisms) are found to be critical to the way stakeholder conflict is resolved</p>

scholarly journals Improving IT project governance: A reflective analysis based on critical systems heuristics

2017 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
David Johnstone ◽  
Mary Tate
Keyword(s):  
Systems Thinking ◽  
Critical Systems Thinking ◽  
Critical Systems ◽  
It Projects ◽  
Critical Systems Heuristics ◽  
Project Governance ◽  
It Project ◽  
Governance Arrangements ◽  
Structural Conflict

IT project governance involves establishing authority structures, policies and mechanisms for IT projects. However, the way governance arrangements are implemented can sometimes exclude or marginalise important stakeholders. In this paper, we use critical systems thinking, and the notions of boundary critique and entrenched structural conflict, to inform a critical re-analysis of a case study where the governance proved relatively ineffective. We use the ‘twelve questions’ from the critical systems heuristics (CSH) approach to diagnose problems with governance arrangements and suggest solutions. Based on this, we suggest the CSH approach has theoretical and practical efficacy for improving IT project governance in general.

The Binding and Blinding Influence of Project Commitment

2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 57-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
Melinda L. Korzaan ◽  
Nita G. Brooks
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Affective Commitment ◽  
Behavioral Control ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Perceived Behavioral Control ◽  
It Projects ◽  
Continuance Commitment ◽  
It Project ◽  
Survey Responses

Proper management of information technology (IT) projects remains important within organizations; they require tremendous investment and consume valuable resources. To enhance one's understanding of IT projects and the continued issue of project failure, this study develops a model of the psychological influences of IT project commitment for individuals working on IT projects and its influence on intentions to continue an IT project (ICITP). Survey responses from 232 individuals across several organizations were obtained, and structural equation modeling was used to analyze the data. Three forms of project commitment (affective, continuance, and normative), subjective norm, and perceived behavioral control – internal were significant predictors of ICITP, explaining 64% of the variance. Additionally, continuance commitment and perceived behavioral control – internal were found to explain 46% of the variance in affective commitment. Implications and directions for future research are provided.

scholarly journals Financial logistics innovations in IT Project Management

2018 ◽  
Vol 193 ◽  
pp. 05062 ◽  
Author(s):  
Igor Ilin ◽  
Olga Kalinina ◽  
Sergei Barykin
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Cognitive System ◽  
Scientific Development ◽  
It Project Management ◽  
It Projects ◽  
Scientific Rationality ◽  
It Project ◽  
New Type

The article covers the Financial Logistics methodology implementation to management of complex IT projects. The Methodological logistics unit is a new field of research in the field of a new type of scientific rationality based on the humanistic dimension in the globalization era. The article describes the approach to the scientific development of the cognitive system of a society based on the individualization of demand and consumption in the conditions of the online economy

scholarly journals Studi Pengolahan Limbah Usaha Mandiri Rumah Tangga dan Dampak Bagi Kesehatan di Wilayah Kenjeran, Surabaya

2016 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 36
Author(s):  
Dahruji Dahruji ◽  
Pipit Festy Wilianarti ◽  
Totok Totok Hendarto
Keyword(s):  
Research Method ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Toxic Substance ◽  
Liquid Waste ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Household Waste ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Small Industry ◽  
Small Industries

At this time the development of the industry in Indonesia is growing rapidly, there are currently large and small industries. An assortment of chemical industry, paper, textiles and cement. The small industry such as industry know. Many industries can generate positive and negative impacts. The positive impact of the industry, among others, the creation of jobs and the use of new technologies in various fields. The negative effects derived from industrial waste in the form of waste, liquid waste containing substances that are harmful to the surrounding community, so that the disposal of waste produces a toxic substance that causes the growth of bacteria that breed. With the indiscriminate disposal of waste fluids can cause problems for humans share, environment and water, can grow germs or other germs harmful to humans, would be susceptible to various diseases due to the influence of chemicals that pollute the river. Long-kelaman waste fluid change color to dark brown and smelly, and the stench is going to result in respiratory problems for people around. (Atinah fatal 2007).The research method using descriptive research method, with consecutive sampling technique to sample 21 people. Analysis using the percentage description. Results obtained 17 percent of skin disorders, diarrhea 2 percent, and laboratory values averaged COB try the 1 meter including pemcemaran being.With the existence of this study is expected an increase of knowledge in the management of household waste small industries. 

Envoy Envy? Competition in African Mediation Processes and Ways to Overcome It

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-28
Author(s):  
David Lanz
Keyword(s):  
Conflict Resolution ◽  
Division Of Labor ◽  
Driving Forces ◽  
South Sudan ◽  
Negative Effects ◽  
Peace Processes ◽  
Mediation Processes

Abstract This article seeks to make sense of the dynamics of competition in African mediation processes and to outline approaches for effective cooperation between mediators. To this end, it analyzes four cases of recent peace processes: Sudan (1994–2005), Kenya (2008), Madagascar (2009–2013) and South Sudan (2013–2015). The article identifies four driving forces of competition among mediators: clashing interests of states involved in mediation, overlapping mediation mandates, incompatible norms guiding conflict resolution, and mediators’ lack of performance. These factors risk undermining peace processes unless the involved mediators and guarantors take active steps to mitigate the negative effects of competition. This can be done through ‘hierarchical coordination,’ where a recognized authority takes the lead and allocates roles to other actors, or through ‘collaborative cooperation,’ where partners have unity of purpose and decide on a division of labor based on comparative strengths.

Reasons Behind IT Project Failure

2013 ◽  
pp. 188-202 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emad Abu-Shanab ◽  
Ashraf Al-Saggar
Keyword(s):  
Information Technology ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Project Success ◽  
Time Cost ◽  
It Projects ◽  
Project Failure ◽  
Technology Changes ◽  
It Project ◽  
It Project Failure ◽  
Future Work

Information Technology (IT) projects have high failure and escalation rates because of the nature of domain and the rapid technology changes. It is important to understand the factors causing IT project success or failure. This chapter reviews the literature related to project failure and escalation and concludes with 17 important factors that cause IT projects to fail and 10 factors that contribute to the escalation of projects in time, cost, or scope. The concluded factors are utilized in an empirical study to explore the Jordanian environment and check the rank of these factors as perceived by Jordanian specialists. Conclusions and future work are stated at the end of this chapter.

Green IT Project Management

2013 ◽  
pp. 1072-1103
Author(s):  
Nathalie Bachour
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Public Information ◽  
Green Technology ◽  
Decision Makers ◽  
It Projects ◽  
Green It ◽  
It Project ◽  
Sustainable Value ◽  
Private And Public ◽  
And Performance

With the constant evolution of technology and the world critical environmental status, all private and public Information Technology (IT) businesses are moving towards sustainability. Faced with influences from government regulations, market competition and constraints, as well as watchdogs, IT decision makers within organizations are forced to ride the green technology wave with a challenging and uncertain approach. This chapter defines methods to optimize Green IT projects for sustainable value creation within organizations. It only focuses on economic viability and environmental impact, but could be stretched out in the future to social aspects. The contributions of this chapter allow the project management community and decision makers to follow a framework for Green IT project success evaluation and performance follow-up throughout the project life cycle and the three levels of the organization: operational, tactical, and strategic. A macro-model is also developed to aid them in successfully selecting, prioritizing, managing, and aligning their Green IT projects with the corporate and environmental strategies.

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