Project Management, Complexity and Creativity

2013 ◽  
pp. 188-205
Author(s):  
Herbert Thomas ◽  
Jessica Hollis
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Time Constraints ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Software Selection ◽  
Management Philosophy ◽  
Software Packages ◽  
Selection Processes ◽  
Request For Proposal ◽  
The University ◽  
Short Timeframe

This case involves the implementation of an automated capture solution, aimed at replacing a manual lecture capture service at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand. The implementation of such a solution, within a very short timeframe and subject to a constrained budget, was necessitated by a significant change in lecturer-student interaction brought about by a devastating earthquake and associated aftershocks. In consequence, recently adopted project management methodology at the institution had to be amended in order to incorporate software selection processes under way at another institution. The university project management approach (based on Prince 2 project management philosophy) includes an exhaustive comparison of software packages, based on detailed “Request for Information” and “Request for Proposal” procedures. Severe time constraints forced the project team to omit these procedures by tapping into the same process at another university undergoing the same exercise. This was the only way in which the project could be completed within the proposed timeframe. Currently, the automated capture solution is being prepared for handover from the project manager to the institution in December 2012, as planned.

scholarly journals Selecting ICT based solutions for quality learning and sustainable practice

2007 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Maree Gosper ◽  
Karen Woo ◽  
Helen Muir ◽  
Christine Dudley ◽  
Kayo Nakazawa
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Selection Process ◽  
Software Selection ◽  
Language Program ◽  
Curriculum Redesign ◽  
Software Packages ◽  
Student Access ◽  
University Level ◽  
The University ◽  
Quality Learning

<span>This paper reports on a project involving software selection in the context of a curriculum redesign of a university level Japanese language program. The project aimed to improve learning outcomes, increase flexibility in student access, and increase flexibility in approaches to teaching and learning, through the use of a variety of software packages and digital resources. In doing so, an imperative was to ensure the solutions adopted were manageable within the existing organisational arrangements of the Department and the University. The selection process has led to the development of three instruments which form the CICTO Framework for Software Selection.</span>

scholarly journals Aplikasi Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) pada Pemilihan Software Manajemen Proyek

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 870
Author(s):  
Siti Komsiyah
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Analytical Hierarchy Process ◽  
Decision Problem ◽  
Quantitative Description ◽  
Decision Problems ◽  
Software Selection ◽  
Project Proposal ◽  
The University ◽  
Hierarchy Process ◽  
Selection Of

The problem with many alternative decisions in the areas of management and administration commonly referred to as multi-attribute decision problems. For example, the decision problem with many variables so that the target decision can not always be determined easily. Well-known method of approach, to overcome this kind of problem is called the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP). AHP technique is given by arranging alternative levels of decision, so as to provide a structured quantitative description. Application of multi-attribute types ofproblems such as problems in the selection of software, car, project proposal, the university, the best employees, and so forth. In this paper, the approach developed using the AHP in software selection project management.

Project management and logistics

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeffrey Wrathall ◽  
Effie Steriopoulos
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Essential Element ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Careful Planning ◽  
Software Packages ◽  
Management Concepts ◽  
One Year

Project management concepts, principles and techniques are commonly used for the completion of an extremely broad range of projects including roads, bridges, buildings, software packages and events. In the management of planned events the same principles apply. Even events held on a regular basis will be complex, given the broad range of uncertainties that exist, as well as the differences from one year to the next in terms of stakeholder activities, attendees’ behaviours, marketing requirements, and a broad range of other contingencies. Hence, events will benefit from the application of a project management approach. Furthermore, events critically depend on progress that is made with careful planning and preparation prior to the actual staging of the event. Accordingly, project management has become an essential element in the event manager’s toolkit.

scholarly journals Infusing African management philosophy into project management

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Carl Marnewick ◽  
Wikus Erasmus ◽  
Nazeer Joseph
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
Academic Staff ◽  
Current Debate ◽  
Philosophical Discussion ◽  
Management Philosophy ◽  
Form Part ◽  
Managerial Implications ◽  
Value Add ◽  
The University ◽  
Management Theories

Orientation: The project management field of study is investigated in the context of the current debate on decolonisation of the university curriculum.Research purpose: Current project management theories and curriculum are based on Western management philosophy (WMP). This creates tension on the African continent where the debate is currently about the revival of African management philosophy (AMP) and how it should form part of management theories and the discourse in general.Motivation for the study: The problem currently is that AMP is not incorporated or even discussed within project management literature. The aim of this article is to create discussion around AMP and how it can be infused into project management theories and ultimately the curriculum. The AMP and WMP are discussed through the lens of project management, specifically the Project Management Body of Knowledge.Research design, approach and method: Philosophical discussion was employed to facilitate the discussion of infusing AMP into project management. Various historical concepts and practices were explored to provide perspective concerning management philosophies and theories.Main findings: Infusing AMP into the curriculum must be a conscientious effort from the academic staff who teach project management. Moreover, true infusion of AMP is best facilitated through the interaction between academics, students and stakeholders. There are, however, certain processes that are principle agnostic and are independent of either AMP or WMP.Practical/managerial implications: We should philosophise more on infusing AMP into project management, creating new theories, and that the curriculum should be adjusted to incorporate AMP.Contribution/value-add: This paper stimulates discussion around AMP and project management.

scholarly journals Managing an Integrated Project - Experiences from the Realigning Agriculture to Improve Nutrition project

2016 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 5035 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kai Matturi ◽  
Chris Pain
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
International Development ◽  
Project Manager ◽  
Management Approach ◽  
Development Projects ◽  
Donor Funding ◽  
New Approach ◽  
Working Together ◽  
Common Goals ◽  
Integrated Project

Over the last number of decades there has been a tendency within the international development sector to privilege the management of projects in a siloed manner. This translates to projects managed in a narrow way according to pre-defined parameters of say the education or health sectors. As a project manager you are held accountable for delivering education or health outputs. A shift in donor funding to focus on development projects that are considered easy to administer partly explains this siloed approach to project management within the development sector. However, there is a gradual kick back against the siloed project management approach. Instead we are seeing a return to an integrated managerial approach.An integrated managerial approach involves bringing together various technical specialists to work on common objectives in a coordinated and collaborative manner. A growing number of development actors such as Concern Worldwide are embracing this ‘new approach’. For Concern Worldwide integrated projects are interventions which address multiple needs through coordination across a variety of sectors and with the participation of all relevant stakeholders to achieve common goals. Integrated projects are about sector projects working together with the same target group in the same area in a coordinated manner. This paper reflects on Concern’s experience and evidence to date with integration drawing on the agency’s work in Zambia. The Realigning Agriculture to Improve Nutrition project in Zambia highlights the practical challenges and lessons of managing an integrated project.   

scholarly journals PROJECT MANAGEMENT AS A TOOL FOR DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING CENTER, BASED AT THE UNIVERSITY

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 240-244
Author(s):  
Малыхина ◽  
Irina Malykhina ◽  
Брежнев ◽  
Aleksey Brezhnev
Keyword(s):  
Project Management ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Building Materials ◽  
Innovative Development ◽  
Research And Innovation ◽  
Steady Growth ◽  
Scientific Results ◽  
The University ◽  
Development Engineering ◽  
Difficult Times

Today, the domestic economy is going through difficult times associated with the instability of the geopolitical situation in the world, a strengthening of the sanctions policy of Western countries to-wards the Russian Federation, limited access to foreign investment and other factors that directly affect the speed and quality of economic development of the state. However, Russia today is on the path of innovative development, so the generation and usage in industry innovation is a priority. Recognition of necessity of innovative development of Russia determines the importance of improving and obtaining good results in such a relatively young activities for our country as project management and engineering. In this paper, the influence of project management as a form of innovative management in the development of the engineering centre, based at the University. Steady growth in demand for engineering services, which contribute to qualitative and effective implemen-tation of the latest technological solutions in production, largely due to the significant complexity of scientific results in scientific, research and innovation. Therefore, the use of the principles and methods of project management creates the conditions for high performance implementation of innovation projects, which include the creation and development of engineering centers, including in the field of building materials industry.

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