Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Daniel Agyapong Author-X-Name-First: Daniel Author-X-Name-Last: Agyapong Author-Name: Osman Light Author-X-Name-First: Osman Author-X-Name-Last: Light Author-Name: Francis Gyesaw Author-X-Name-First: Francis Author-X-Name-Last: Gyesaw Title: Critical factors and intention to use public private partnership in public projects in Ghana: the mediating role of institutional quality Abstract: The paper examines the mediating role of institutional quality in the relationship between the critical factors and the intention to use PPP in public projects in Ghana. The paper employed a quantitative approach. Data was collected from 186 managerial staff among MMDAs in Ghana. The analytical tool was the partial least square structural equation modelling. The paper found that both the financial (cost savings, revenue potential and risk allocation) and non-financial factors (transparency and accountability, political consideration) have a positive significant effect on intention to use PPP in public projects. The paper found that institutional quality partially mediates the relationship between financial factors and intention to use PPP in public projects, but did not mediate in the relationship between non-financial factors and intention to use PPP in public projects. Policymakers can promote the use of PPPs by prioritising financial and non-finance factors and promoting institutional quality. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 105-133 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: critical factors; public private partnership; PPP; institutional quality; metropolitan; municipal and district assemblies; MMDAs; Ghana. 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Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:1:p:105-133 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Felipe Tadeu Ribeiro Author-X-Name-First: Felipe Tadeu Author-X-Name-Last: Ribeiro Author-Name: Márcio Lopes Pimenta Author-X-Name-First: Márcio Lopes Author-X-Name-Last: Pimenta Author-Name: Éderson Luiz Piato Author-X-Name-First: Éderson Luiz Author-X-Name-Last: Piato Author-Name: Daniel Jugend Author-X-Name-First: Daniel Author-X-Name-Last: Jugend Author-Name: Adilson da Silva Mello Author-X-Name-First: Adilson da Silva Author-X-Name-Last: Mello Author-Name: Per Hilletofth Author-X-Name-First: Per Author-X-Name-Last: Hilletofth Author-Name: Olli-Pekka Hilmola Author-X-Name-First: Olli-Pekka Author-X-Name-Last: Hilmola Title: Cross-functional integration case study from project management office: impacts, controversies and inhibitors Abstract: This research concerns how cross-functional integration can support a project management office (PMO) in achieving its goals in the execution of investment projects. A case study was accomplished in a large state-owned Brazilian enterprise that produces and transmits electric power. The results showed several factors that generate cross-functional integration, such as communication and group spirit support. These factors can generate the following impacts: enhanced control over process development; effectiveness of processes/projects; and standardisation of processes. Research also conceptualised the role of integration inhibitors that end up negatively influencing the joint performance of functional areas, decreasing the support that cross-function integration provides for the operation of a PMO. Moreover, another concept of cross-functional integration that emerged from the case is related to controversies that are integration initiatives generating positive results in parts of the process, but generate dysfunctions in other hierarchical levels or stages of the process. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 22-46 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: integration; project management office; PMO; integration failures; cross-functional teams. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=145439 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:1:p:22-46 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Bijan Jamshid-Nejad Author-X-Name-First: Bijan Author-X-Name-Last: Jamshid-Nejad Title: A critique of project management research Abstract: Project management studies are predominantly conducted by inductive reasoning based on a positivist philosophy. This paper is an organised attempt to shed light on the hidden weaknesses of project management research. The weaknesses are categorised in three categories: research design, definitions and measurements, and analysis. The key weaknesses discussed in this paper include lack of a general underlying theory, issues with positivism and statistical modelling, and dearth of explanatory models. To address these weaknesses, mixed-method research based on a critical realist philosophy is suggested. As an example, the effects of environmental complexity on projects were presented. This example demonstrates how a mixed-method approach, grounded in critical realism, can provide deeper insights and a more comprehensive understanding of the relationships between environmental factors and project performance. By embracing a critical realist perspective and employing mixed-method research, project management scholars can pave the way for more contextually-relevant and explanatory studies in this multifaceted field. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 1-21 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: project management; PM; research philosophy; critical realism; CR; mixed-method research. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=145440 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:1:p:1-21 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Cheng Qi Wang Author-X-Name-First: Cheng Qi Author-X-Name-Last: Wang Author-Name: Mahak Sharma Author-X-Name-First: Mahak Author-X-Name-Last: Sharma Title: Project management methods against failure factors in complex infrastructure projects: the Netherlands view Abstract: The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between effective project management approaches and the causes of project failure in the infrastructure sector. Therefore, existing research regarding the failure factors and project management in the infrastructure are analysed. A systematic literature review is conducted, followed by detailed interviews. Based on 49 articles that were extracted using quality assessment criteria, the authors identified a detailed list of factors that barricades the success of infrastructure projects in the Netherlands. With the help of seven interviews, authors found that the main factors leading to project failure are 'scope changes', 'coordination and communication problems', and 'poor project structure and scheduling problems'. Additionally, we also identified frequently used project management approaches by project managers. Based on this information, a matrix is established that shows which causes can be minimised using a specific project management approach. These findings will help project managers in the infrastructure industry select the most suitable project management approach that aligns with their needs. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 77-104 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: project management; RACI framework; the Netherlands; infrastructure projects; systematic literature review; SLR. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=145445 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:1:p:77-104 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Theodoros Kalogeropoulos Author-X-Name-First: Theodoros Author-X-Name-Last: Kalogeropoulos Author-Name: Konstantinos Kirytopoulos Author-X-Name-First: Konstantinos Author-X-Name-Last: Kirytopoulos Author-Name: Zoe Ventura Author-X-Name-First: Zoe Author-X-Name-Last: Ventura Title: Driving forces for multinational construction consortiums: the case of a Greek mega-project Abstract: Multinational consortiums and teams are thought to be rather significant organisational structures in a globalised economy. Research in general, has exhibited four driving forces that strongly affect the successful deliverance of projects and that the project management team has to deal with: 1) power; 2) culture; 3) trust; 4) uncertainty and complexity. The aim of this study is to contribute to the area of successful collaboration of construction companies within multinational consortiums by investigating if the above-mentioned issues are also the driving forces for the successful multinational collaboration in construction consortiums and thus validate this theory. This paper deals with that issue, researching an emblematic mega project that demanded the alliance between two large construction companies of different nationalities (one Italian and one Greek). The results show that the driving forces of projects success can also navigate multinational consortiums to success. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 47-76 Issue: 1 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: multinational consortiums; project; driving forces. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=145497 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:1:p:47-76 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lincoln Sposito Author-X-Name-First: Lincoln Author-X-Name-Last: Sposito Author-Name: Luciano Ferreira da Silva Author-X-Name-First: Luciano Ferreira da Author-X-Name-Last: Silva Title: Managing critical factors and criteria success in projects: a systematic literature review Abstract: The project's success has been discussed and evaluated for a long time, however, despite these efforts there is still no consensus regarding its definition. In this context, this article aims to identify how critical factors and success criteria can be managed within different project contexts. To this end, a qualitative approach was adopted based on a systematic literature review. The databases used were Web of Science and Scopus. After collecting and processing data, 135 articles were considered to carry out for a deep analysis. As a cut-off criterion, only quantitative studies were considered, published in specialised project management journals, which used a project success scale. From this perspective, it was possible to group factors and criteria that influence success in projects for different organisations. As a main result, this article classifies the criteria and success factors identified by context and type of project. As a contribution, the findings allow a better understanding of how to improve success in a project, taking account the context. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 183-210 Issue: 2 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: project success; success criteria; critical success factors; project context. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=146726 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:2:p:183-210 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kenneth David Strang Author-X-Name-First: Kenneth David Author-X-Name-Last: Strang Author-Name: Narasimha Rao Vajjhala Author-X-Name-First: Narasimha Rao Author-X-Name-Last: Vajjhala Title: Exploring project manager commitment using machine learning on fuzzy big data Abstract: This study addresses two critical organisational challenges: retaining human talent and reducing high project failure rates. Our approach diverges from traditional methods by employing machine learning (ML) to analyse retrospective big data. This study's innovation lies in utilising secondary, unstructured data to derive predictive factors of a project manager's (PM) commitment, moving away from the speculative nature and limited impact of survey-based perceptions. We developed a new conceptual framework that focuses on actual behaviour rather than espoused theories to identify fuzzy predictors of organisational commitment. Based on three distinct ML models, our findings reveal that one model showed a notable 25% effect size, highlighting various features connected to a PM's tenure and organisational commitment. These insights have broad implications, offering valuable global knowledge for stakeholders in projects and programs. This study underscores the significance of non-traditional data sources in understanding and predicting critical human resource metrics, opening new avenues for organisational research and decision-making. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 135-152 Issue: 2 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: project management; big data analysis; talent retention; project failure rates; predictive modelling; unstructured data; behavioural analysis; human resources metrics; machine learning; ML; organisational commitment. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=146727 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:2:p:135-152 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: João Varajão Author-X-Name-First: João Author-X-Name-Last: Varajão Author-Name: Sérgio Guerreiro Author-X-Name-First: Sérgio Author-X-Name-Last: Guerreiro Author-Name: Rui Pedro Marques Author-X-Name-First: Rui Pedro Author-X-Name-Last: Marques Author-Name: Carlos Sousa Pinto Author-X-Name-First: Carlos Sousa Author-X-Name-Last: Pinto Title: Influence of project management tools and techniques on the success of information systems projects Abstract: This article studies the influence of project management (PM) tools and techniques on the success of information systems (IS) projects, addressing a gap in the literature. An international survey of IS professionals was carried out to collect data. The data analysis uses descriptive and inferential statistics, showing that higher success levels are associated with the use of several project management tools and techniques. Of the tools and techniques considered, it was found that about 64% of them influence the overall success of IS projects. On the contrary, nearly 25% do not directly influence any success perspective (scope, time, and cost). The findings contribute to theory and practice by empirically showing that the use of a rich set of PM tools and techniques positively influences IS project success. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 168-182 Issue: 2 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: information systems; project management; PM; project success; techniques; tools; success. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=146729 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:2:p:168-182 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nuno J.P. Rodrigues Author-X-Name-First: Nuno J.P. Author-X-Name-Last: Rodrigues Author-Name: Catarina Inês Veiga de Matos Author-X-Name-First: Catarina Inês Veiga de Author-X-Name-Last: Matos Title: Emotional intelligence and decisions in project management - a literature review Abstract: Emotional intelligence (EI) plays a crucial role in the effectiveness of project management, exerting a direct influence on the decisions made throughout the process. This paper aims to review the EI concept and decisions in the context of project management. A systematic literature review (SLR) was performed, having as data a set of 23 articles, published in specialised journals, available on the electronic platform 'WOS' and 'Scopus'. Through an approach that combines an SLR and bibliometric analysis, it was possible to understand the ability of managers to recognise, understand and manage emotions, both their own and those of team members. The overall performance of projects is impacted by strategic choices and decision making and, ultimately, human emotions are involved. It was not possible to assert an empirical relationship between EI and decisions in project management. The presented synthesis might lead to clearly assess the current state of knowledge, concerning the different approaches already studied, to address and assess the EI in the context of project management. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 211-230 Issue: 2 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: emotional intelligence; project management; decisions; systematic literature review; SLR. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=146738 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:2:p:211-230 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Sara Pourahmad Ghalejoogh Author-X-Name-First: Sara Pourahmad Author-X-Name-Last: Ghalejoogh Author-Name: Kamyar Fatemifar Author-X-Name-First: Kamyar Author-X-Name-Last: Fatemifar Author-Name: Hani Arbabi Author-X-Name-First: Hani Author-X-Name-Last: Arbabi Title: Defining and prioritising key competencies for digital transformation leaders in project-oriented organisations within the national construction industry Abstract: As digital transformation reshapes industries worldwide, construction businesses must adapt to maintain a sustainable competitive advantage. While technical, financial and legal barriers are often cited as obstacles to digital transformation, behavioural and leadership issues present equally significant challenges in the construction sector. Despite this, the critical competencies needed for effective digital transformation leadership have received limited attention. This study aims to identify and prioritise key competencies essential for digital transformation leaders within project-oriented organisations in Iran's construction industry. Using a two-stage mixed-methods approach, we conducted semi-structured interviews with 12 digital transformation leaders to identify relevant competencies, followed by a quantitative survey to rank these competencies. Through qualitative content analysis, 32 competencies were identified and categorised based on the Boston University project management competency matrix into three groups: behavioural, business and leadership, and technical competencies. Quantitative analysis using a one-sample t-test revealed that behavioural competencies are most critical for digital transformation leaders. The findings underscore the need for adaptable and behaviourally competent leaders to effectively guide digital initiatives in construction. This study provides a foundational framework for understanding the competencies that influence successful digital transformation leadership in the construction industry. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 153-167 Issue: 2 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: digital transformation; leadership; project-oriented organisations; construction industry. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=146739 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:2:p:153-167 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Alejandro Romero-Torres Author-X-Name-First: Alejandro Author-X-Name-Last: Romero-Torres Author-Name: Julie Delisle Author-X-Name-First: Julie Author-X-Name-Last: Delisle Author-Name: Monique Aubry Author-X-Name-First: Monique Author-X-Name-Last: Aubry Title: Big data adoption in public infrastructure projects - contrasting perceptions to conceptualise organisational tensions Abstract: Research on projects has highlighted big data as a tool to better understand project characteristics and its dynamics. To maximise these benefits, organisations collaborate to create common big data repositories. However, public infrastructure projects do not seem to have adopted this technological innovation. Based on a pluralist perception of organisational effectiveness, this paper aims to explain how project actors' differing perceptions affect big data adoption. We identify and classify the perceived benefits and challenges related to adopting big data. Findings highlight that perceptions vary as a function of the organisation's position in public projects, but also of its organisational values. This research conceptualises perceptions of big data adoption, identifying three specific organisational tensions - learning, performing, and organising - all of which underlie an overarching belonging tension. This paper underscores the need for collaborative management of these tensions to fully leverage big data's potential, improve decision-making, and enhance project management practices. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 231-252 Issue: 3 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: big data; public projects; technology adoption; organisational tensions; CVF framework. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=148688 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:3:p:231-252 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Siegfried Zuern Author-X-Name-First: Siegfried Author-X-Name-Last: Zuern Author-Name: Viridiana Maily Harr Author-X-Name-First: Viridiana Maily Author-X-Name-Last: Harr Title: A systems approach to project stakeholder management: evaluating influence and correlation in complex projects Abstract: Effective stakeholder management is crucial for the success of complex projects, as it ensures that all parties' interests and influences are adequately addressed and harmonised. Traditional methods of stakeholder management, however, often fall short in adequately addressing the dynamic and multifaceted nature of stakeholder interactions within complex project environments. These conventional tools tend to be linear and static, failing to capture the evolving and interconnected nature of stakeholder relationships. This paper provides a thorough analysis of the inherent limitations associated with classical stakeholder management tools. Furthermore, it proposes a systems thinking approach as a comprehensive and robust alternative. By incorporating systems thinking principles, project managers can more effectively navigate the intricate web of stakeholder relationships, thereby enhancing the overall project outcomes and ensuring sustainable success. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 253-270 Issue: 3 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: stakeholder management; stakeholder relationships; complexity; systems thinking; simulation; interdependency network; project environment. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=148690 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:3:p:253-270 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: V. Kiran Govind Author-X-Name-First: V. Kiran Author-X-Name-Last: Govind Author-Name: Sumati Sidharth Author-X-Name-First: Sumati Author-X-Name-Last: Sidharth Title: A qualitative study on the role of team flow experience in R&D project teams Abstract: This study examines the factors influencing team flow within R%D project teams in a defence laboratory, providing fresh theoretical insights into this under-explored phenomenon. Through qualitative content analysis of interviews with R%D professionals, the research makes three significant contributions: 1) it identifies previously unrecognised factors while corroborating established ones that nurture or hinder team flow; 2) it offers a novel understanding of how team members in R%D settings experience and manifest team flow; 3) it explores the multidimensional effects of team flow across micro (individual), meso (team), and macro (organisational) levels. By addressing gaps in existing literature, the study enriches theoretical perspectives on team dynamics in R%D environments. The findings emphasise that fostering team flow can lead to improved performance, enhanced innovation, and greater well-being among team members. These insights underscore the strategic importance of cultivating team flow to optimise outcomes in high-stakes, innovation-driven R%D projects. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 271-298 Issue: 3 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: team flow experience; R%D project teams; IMOI model; team effectiveness; 5R framework; team performance; team processes; team emergent states; effects of team flow. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=148692 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:3:p:271-298 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Nicholas K. Kirui Author-X-Name-First: Nicholas K. Author-X-Name-Last: Kirui Author-Name: Charles M. Rambo Author-X-Name-First: Charles M. Author-X-Name-Last: Rambo Author-Name: Stephen W. Luketero Author-X-Name-First: Stephen W. Author-X-Name-Last: Luketero Title: Moderating effects of project environment on financial risk management and safety of road construction projects in Kenya Abstract: Infrastructure development spurs economic growth, hence maintaining safety standards in road construction projects is essential. Financial risks, including fluctuating exchange rates and interest rates compound these challenges, making effective financial risk management essential. This study employs a mixed-methods approach, obtaining quantitative and qualitative data from various stakeholders involved in road projects by the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA), Nairobi County. The research reveals a strong positive relationship between financial risk management and safety outcomes. Effective financial risk management, like use of financial risk registers and management of liquidity and inflation risks significantly enhances road construction safety. Project environment, encompassing, political, economic, technological, and environmental factors, moderates this relationship. Key diagnostic tests affirm the robustness of the study's regression models, indicating no significant heteroscedasticity or multicollinearity. The findings underscore the importance of integrating comprehensive financial risk management practices and understanding of the project environment to optimise safety in road construction projects. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 327-352 Issue: 3 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: construction; environment; finance; management; project; risk; road; safety; Kenya. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=148695 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:3:p:327-352 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Mordecai C. Matto Author-X-Name-First: Mordecai C. Author-X-Name-Last: Matto Author-Name: Joseph Magali Author-X-Name-First: Joseph Author-X-Name-Last: Magali Title: Effect of tender evaluation process on performance of public construction projects Abstract: Using a Tanzanian case, this study examined the effect of the tender evaluation process on the performance of public construction projects. The survey strategy was applied to collect data from 205 members of user departments from the Institute of Accountancy Arusha. The data analysis technique was performed using partial least squares structural equation modelling with the help of Smart PLS 4 software. The findings disclosed that the technical examination and financial examination of tenders are significantly associated with the performance of public construction projects. Though most previous studies paid attention to contract execution attributes, this study suggests that tender evaluation attributes are also required to attain the best performance in public construction projects. Theoretically, the results demonstrate that the shortcomings in the technical and financial examination of tenders may cause adverse selection, moral hazard signalling, and ultimately inadequate project performance. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 299-326 Issue: 3 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: tender evaluation process; performance of public construction projects; agency theory; commercial examination; technical examination; financial examination. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=148696 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:3:p:299-326 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Hamdi Bashir Author-X-Name-First: Hamdi Author-X-Name-Last: Bashir Author-Name: Messa Alhammadi Author-X-Name-First: Messa Author-X-Name-Last: Alhammadi Author-Name: Udechukwu Ojiako Author-X-Name-First: Udechukwu Author-X-Name-Last: Ojiako Author-Name: Mohammed Shamsuzzaman Author-X-Name-First: Mohammed Author-X-Name-Last: Shamsuzzaman Author-Name: Salah Haridy Author-X-Name-First: Salah Author-X-Name-Last: Haridy Title: A social network analysis-based approach for modelling and analysing dependencies among requirements in new software development projects Abstract: Previous studies proposed several methods to model and analyse the dependencies within software requirements (SRs) in development projects. For practical purposes, teams developing software require simple tools that assist in mapping and assessing the relationships between SRs during the initial stages of development. Considering the limitations of previous works, this study suggests adopting a social network analysis-based approach. This approach enables development teams to analyse and visualise the relationships between SRs, offering a holistic view of SR interactions and aiding in identifying the most critical SRs along with their paths of change propagation. As a result, this approach facilitates effective and efficient change management, reducing cost risks and lead-time overruns in projects. The practicality of this approach is demonstrated through its application in modelling and analysing 28 SRs in a real-world software development project. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 400-420 Issue: 4 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: requirements; change; dependency; software project management; modelling; social network analysis; SNA. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=150116 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:4:p:400-420 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Kwasi Agyeman-Boakye Author-X-Name-First: Kwasi Author-X-Name-Last: Agyeman-Boakye Author-Name: Ivy Maame Adwoa Abu Author-X-Name-First: Ivy Maame Adwoa Author-X-Name-Last: Abu Author-Name: Ernest Kissi Author-X-Name-First: Ernest Author-X-Name-Last: Kissi Author-Name: Anita Odame Adade-Boateng Author-X-Name-First: Anita Odame Author-X-Name-Last: Adade-Boateng Author-Name: Robert Mensah Agbemor Normesinu Author-X-Name-First: Robert Mensah Agbemor Author-X-Name-Last: Normesinu Title: The performance of project management offices in public institutions: a scoping review Abstract: This study explores how project management offices (PMOs) contribute to performance in public institutions. Using a scoping review methodology guided by the PRISMA-ScR framework, a search was conducted across EBSCOhost, Scopus, IEEE Xplore, Web of Science and Google Scholar databases. From 2,554 articles initially identified, 17 studies were selected and included for detailed analysis. The review reveals that PMOs in public institutions, particularly in the education and information technology sectors, are predominantly permanent and focus on internal customers. PMOs play diverse roles in directing, controlling, and supporting projects, leading to improved cost efficiency, stakeholder satisfaction, and a sustained project management culture. The findings emphasise the importance of PMOs in enhancing project management practices in the public sector and offer insights for policymakers to optimise PMO structures for better alignment with organisational goals. Future research is needed to explore the evolving roles of PMOs in different public sectors. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 421-449 Issue: 4 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: project management office; PMO; public institutions; project performance. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=150120 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:4:p:421-449 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Luca Leib Author-X-Name-First: Luca Author-X-Name-Last: Leib Title: Effects on project performance: a quantitative analysis of team characteristics Abstract: This study examines how team characteristics, resource qualifications, and communication affect project performance in product development. A matrix-based approach, in conjunction with a series of experiments, was utilised to investigate the impact of team composition, communication, and resource qualifications on project performance. This investigation was conducted using data from a medium-sized automotive company in Germany. The findings indicate that an increase in resource qualifications is associated with a reduction in task completion time. Conversely, insufficient qualifications and high task volumes result in resource stacking and delays. The impact of communication factors was found to be limited, presumably due to the proximity of the teams. The study shows that having the right resources and qualified people improves project performance. It suggests a matrix-based approach to assess these relationships. It provides practical insights for optimising project management and suggests directions for further research on team structures and communication in complex environments. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 450-479 Issue: 4 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: project performance; team composition; resource management; qualification; communication. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=150125 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:4:p:450-479 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Yasir Hussein Ahmed Author-X-Name-First: Yasir Hussein Author-X-Name-Last: Ahmed Author-Name: Sharifah Akmam Syed Zakaria Author-X-Name-First: Sharifah Akmam Syed Author-X-Name-Last: Zakaria Author-Name: Salman Riazi Mehdi Riazi Author-X-Name-First: Salman Riazi Mehdi Author-X-Name-Last: Riazi Title: Synchronising building information modelling challenges with sustainable development objectives: a case study of the Malaysian construction industry Abstract: Achieving profitability and sustainability in construction projects necessitates a cohesive strategy that spans the entire project lifecycle, ensuring optimal financial outcomes while adhering to sustainability criteria. Despite the limited adoption of building information modelling (BIM) in emerging nations, extensive research has explored BIM principles. Yet, there remains a significant gap in understanding the impact of BIM challenges and applications on the triple-bottom-line (TBL) of sustainability. This study aims to unveil the impediments to BIM implementation in the construction industry of advancing countries and investigates how these obstacles influence the TBL of sustainability. To achieve this, a comprehensive literature review is conducted, leading to the development of a conceptual model. Employing partial least square structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) and a survey questionnaire, data is gathered from 269 stakeholders in the Malaysian construction industry. The findings reveal that challenges related to training and personnel, cost and standards, and processes, economic factors, and technology are the primary hindrances to BIM deployment in Malaysia. Furthermore, the model forecasts that information integration significantly impacts the BIM implementation process and its usability. These results provide a foundational basis for policymaking in emerging nations, guiding efforts to overcome BIM hurdles and promote sustainable construction projects. Ultimately, the study aims to enhance the success of the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 373-399 Issue: 4 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: building information modelling; BIM; information integration; sustainable construction project; triple-bottom-line; TBL; partial least square structural equation modelling; PLS-SEM; Malaysia. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=150138 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:4:p:373-399 Template-Type: ReDIF-Article 1.0 Author-Name: Lars Petter Sjøvold Author-X-Name-First: Lars Petter Author-X-Name-Last: Sjøvold Author-Name: Giuseppe Marinelli Author-X-Name-First: Giuseppe Author-X-Name-Last: Marinelli Author-Name: Wenche Aarseth Author-X-Name-First: Wenche Author-X-Name-Last: Aarseth Author-Name: Kirsti Sundfær Stubbe Author-X-Name-First: Kirsti Sundfær Author-X-Name-Last: Stubbe Author-Name: Tomm Erik Svennebø Sandmoe Author-X-Name-First: Tomm Erik Svennebø Author-X-Name-Last: Sandmoe Author-Name: Haavard Haaskjold Author-X-Name-First: Haavard Author-X-Name-Last: Haaskjold Title: Digitalisation as a means to streamline project knowledge transfer Abstract: Organisations and their projects today are in the middle of a change process due to digitalisation and transformation. These changes challenge today's practice in most industries and have several implications for project managers. The digitalisation change also includes possible positive implications. One of the areas is more knowledge transfer between projects, which has been a challenge for decades. Therefore, this study's research question was, "how can digitalisation help streamline knowledge transfer between projects?" The study chose a qualitative research method with 14 in-depth expert interviews and qualitative data coding. The research revealed three elements required for knowledge transfer to be efficient: first, to implement a digital strategy that reflects the achievement goal. Second, focus on change management to incorporate an organisational culture for sharing and learning, and third, structure knowledge so that tacit knowledge is transformed into explicit knowledge. Competitive advantages can be gained through the digitalisation of knowledge transfer in projects. Journal: Int. J. of Project Organisation and Management Pages: 353-372 Issue: 4 Volume: 17 Year: 2025 Keywords: digitalisation; project; knowledge transfer; project management; stakeholder; tripod model; digital transformation. File-URL: http://www.inderscience.com/link.php?id=150139 File-Format: text/html File-Restriction: Access to full text is restricted to subscribers. Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpoma:v:17:y:2025:i:4:p:353-372