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Using GenAI in IT project management: case studies, insights and challenges

Ostrowski Sławomir

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2025

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z. 215

431--447

EN

Purpose: This study examines the potential of integrating Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) into IT project management, with a view to identifying how it could transform project management processes. Design/methodology/approach: A case study approach was employed in order to analyse IT companies across a variety of industries. In order to gain a comprehensive understanding of GenAI's applications and impact, the research combined qualitative interviews with project managers and technical leads with quantitative analysis of project performance metrics. Findings: The results demonstrate GenAI's capacity for markedly enhancing project management, encompassing enhanced project efficiency, more effective risk management, and more efficacious stakeholder communication. Key applications include predictive analytics for risk identification, resource optimisation algorithms to mitigate bottlenecks, and automated quality assurance tools for defect detection. However, challenges such as data quality, algorithmic bias, organisational resistance, and the necessity for transparent AI frameworks were also identified. Research limitations/implications: The findings, based on IT companies, may have limited generalizability to other industries. The study primarily addresses short-term impacts, with long-term implications yet to be explored. Future research should examine GenAI's applicability in different sectors, its ethical considerations, scalability, and integration with traditional project management frameworks. Practical implications: Organisations can use GenAI to overcome long-standing project management challenges. The case study examples presented in the article demonstrate GenAI's ability to manage the complex dynamics of IT projects, making it an invaluable tool for IT professionals seeking to optimise project outcomes. Originality/value: This study contributes to the limited research on GenAI in IT project management by presenting empirical evidence from case studies. It offers actionable insights for practitioners and proposes directions for future research, including exploring long-term impacts, ethical implications, and hybrid methodologies integrating GenAI with traditional frameworks.

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The use of artificial intelligence in project management

Łukasik-Stachowiak Katarzyna

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2025

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z. 217

281--300

EN

Purpose: The main purpose of the article was to indicate the possibilities of using artificial intelligence as a tool in project management processes in the studied medium-sized Polish companies. Design/methodology/approach: This pilot study utilized an online survey questionnaire, which was developed following a thorough review of existing literature. The research focused on two key questions: Q1: What impact does AI have on Project Management? Q2: How are AI tools evaluated by its users in Project Management? Findings: The implications arising from this research extend both theoretically and practically. Theoretically, it enriches the existing literature on AI in project management, underscoring the potential of AI to enhance project performance and decision-making. Practically, the findings offer valuable insights for project managers and organizations striving to integrate AI tools effectively, thereby improving efficiency, minimizing risks, and optimizing resource allocation. The research reveals that the integration of AI in project management significantly improves efficiency, decision-making, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle. Research limitations/implications: This study examining the application of AI in project management encounters limitations like: the fast-paced development of AI technologies poses a significant challenge in maintaining the relevance of research findings, AI research may lean heavily on case studies, surveys, or secondary data, which might not adequately reflect broader industry trends, and the effective implementation of AI in project management relies significantly on the skills, attitudes, and acceptance of project teams and managers. Practical implications: The application of AI-driven solutions enhances the execution of project management activities, leading to improved work efficiency and quicker results. It is anticipated that modern technology will be embraced with increasing boldness and innovation. Social implications: The growing use of AI in project management has significant social implications, particularly concerning the future of work, human-AI collaboration, and the ethical use of technology in organizational settings. Originality/value: This article explores the growing integration of AI-based solutions in project management. As businesses increasingly adopt AI, it is transforming operations by automating processes. This shift not only enhances efficiency but also improves the effectiveness of task execution, particularly for repetitive activities.

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Optimizing the selection of project management approaches - research findings

Stronczek Anna, Ścigała Piotr

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2025

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z. 215

657--675

EN

Purpose: The purpose of this article is to analyze the optimal application areas of predictive, adaptive, and hybrid project management approaches, identifying key factors influencing their selection and evaluating their impact on project success and stakeholder satisfaction. Design/Methodology/Approach: This study employs a quantitative research methodology, combining a comprehensive literature review with survey data collected from 37 project management professionals. The analysis focuses on project characteristics, organizational factors, and external environment variables to establish correlations between these factors and the selection of project management methodologies. Findings: The findings indicate that hybrid project management approaches are the most widely used due to their balance between structured planning and flexibility. Predictive approaches are more effective for projects with stable requirements and fixed timelines, while adaptive approaches excel in dynamic environments with evolving requirements. The study highlights the significant role of senior management support and the customization of methodologies in achieving project success. Research Limitations: The study is limited by its reliance on self-reported data, which may introduce bias, and the geographic concentration of respondents, primarily in Poland. Future research could expand the sample size and include a more diverse population to validate the findings across different cultural and organizational contexts. Practical Implications: The article provides actionable insights for organizations aiming to optimize their project management approach. By understanding the factors influencing methodology selection, practitioners can better align project management strategies with specific project and organizational requirements, ultimately enhancing project efficiency and stakeholder satisfaction. Originality/Value: This study contributes to the existing body of knowledge by offering empirical evidence on the comparative effectiveness of predictive, adaptive, and hybrid project management approaches. Its practical recommendations support organizations in making informed decisions regarding methodology selection, addressing a critical gap in project management research.

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Soft skills of a manager in leading project teams

Szczepanik Rafał, Zaskórski Piotr

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2024

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z. 195

577--592

EN

Purpose: Within the scope of management and leadership processes, the leader of a group is responsible for ensuring the successful implementation of each endeavor (project/process) according to the defined criteria of success or failure. This article discusses the issues related to developing situational awareness among team members and the possibilities of motivating and communicating within a team using appropriate management competencies and techniques employed by individuals managing specific processes or projects. The essence of projects and processes, as well as the impact of soft skills on the effectiveness of such endeavors, are presented. Special emphasis is placed on communication techniques as fundamental tools for team leadership and creating a constructive atmosphere for achieving success. Design/methodology/approach: The article has been developed based on observations, analysis, and experiences gained during the implementation of research and development projects. The presented conclusions and topics are supported by scientific literature. Findings: The analysis and conclusions clearly indicate that actively improving soft skills and using a variety of communication techniques significantly improves the quality of organization, interaction and, above all, leadership of the selected project group. Practical implications: Expanding one's skills in the area of soft skills directly enhances the effectiveness of teams managed by leaders. A well-functioning organization will achieve its goals more quickly and efficiently. Social implications: Learning about, realizing the role of, and improving soft skills and communication techniques will significantly improve the understanding of the messages conveyed in society and influence empathetic relationship building. Originality/value: The recipients of the paper should be primarily those in managerial, command and leadership roles in both technical project groups and any organization where effective management of personnel resources is required. The novelty of the work is primarily the presentation of the impact of soft skills on the achievement of organizational goals framed in the context of the project life cycle and the conditions of the management process.

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Selected aspects of project management for the implementation of a new standard of cost accounting in health care units

Głód Grzegorz, Głód Wojciech

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2024

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z. 194

83--92

EN

Purpose: The aim of the article is to discuss the most important aspects related to the management of the project of implementing the cost accounting standard in hospitals in Poland. A properly implemented standard is to enable the support of management processes and proper financial management in the health care system at the macro level as well as at the level of the healthcare entity. The first period of operation of these regulations is an opportunity to take stock in this respect. Design/methodology/approach: The research was conducted by using a survey questionnaire. On the basis of the questionnaire survey in 52 hospitals in Poland. The obtained test results were subjected to the basic statistical analyses. Findings: On the basis of the analyses of the results of empirical research, recommendations were formulated regarding the principles of implementation of the cost accounting standard in hospitals and the directions of its effective use in management processes in the future. Research limitations/implications: The utilization of survey research is associated with the presence of subjectivity in assessments by respondents. Originality/value: The article presents important recommendations for health care managers on projects to implement the new cost accounting standard in health care entities in Poland.

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Project monitoring model in central governmental administration

Tomasz Janka

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2024

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z. 194

131--157

EN

Purpose: The aim of this article is to present the project monitoring model in the central government administration as a set of interrelated, complementary elements that influence the implementation of strategic projects on a nationwide scale and affect tens of millions of Polish citizens. Design/methodology/approach: Based on a literature review and analysis of the existing system, prospective directions for the monitoring of strategic projects were selected. As a result of this work, a model was created that was assessed for significance and replicability. The most experienced group of experts and practitioners in this field took part in the CAWI survey. Findings: The high level of significance of all areas of the model has been proven and its universal nature has been confirmed, thanks to the possibility of being used in other administrative units. Research limitations/implications: Due to limitations resulting from security procedures for research conducted in central government administration units, only closed questions were used in the research. In the future, the study can be carried out on another, larger population, having previously prepared it appropriately. Practical implications: The practical use of the model in administration units can contribute to increasing transparency, efficiency and automation of planning and implementation of projects. Social implications: Increasing the quality of implemented projects in accordance with the presented model may have a large, positive impact on the final beneficiaries - society, in terms of effective use of public funds, shortened project implementation time, and obtaining project results consistent with expectations. Originality/value: The article presents a new model of project monitoring in central government administration, which may be useful for scientists conducting research in the area of project monitoring and management in other countries. The article falls into the area of projectification of the public sector.

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Mirel concept-aligned tool for analysing employee participation in projects – data validity in the tool

Szczęśniak Bartosz

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2024

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z. 197

557--570

EN

Purpose: The main research purpose underlying this paper has been to develop and present solutions intended to support validation of the data entered in a tool created in line with the MiRel concept to help in analysing employee participation in the implementation of projects. Design/methodology/approach: The study comprises analysing the manner in which the tool in question can be used and identifying the successive steps taken in order to generate a report of an intended format. Potential problems pertaining to the validity of the data entered in the tool, which may be encountered while individual steps are performed, have been defined. A supporting solution has been developed with reference to each of the problems identified as a means to ensure data validity. Furthermore, collective information panels have been proposed to inform the user about the potential occurrence of any of the problems previously defined. Findings: Data validation supporting solutions can narrow down the range of values admissible to be entered by users or explicitly inform them that the values being entered are invalid. The range of admissible values can also be limited by means of the Data Validation mechanism combined with the Name Manager. The solutions intended to provide information about existing errors can make use of the Conditional Formatting mechanism, coupled with formulas based on standard built-in spreadsheet functions. Practical implications: The solutions proposed in this paper support data validation in the tool in question. There are analogous solutions which can be applied in similar tools aimed at supporting data processing in a different scope within organisations. Social implications: Once successfully applied, the solutions proposed in this paper make the tool in question more reliable and user-friendly. They make the tool easier to use to support data processing in organisations and less prone to problems. Originality/value: The concept described in the paper is the author’s original solution.

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Differentiated project and technology maturity in an organization - a case study

Woźniak Monika

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2024

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z. 203

617--635

EN

Purpose: The main research objective is to identify the differentiation in project maturity and technological sophistication within a single organization. On this basis, the article also aims to identify improvement areas contributing positively to entire organization's project maturity consistent with the PMMM model, including the use of appropriate information technology in project management. Design/methodology/approach: To accomplish the research objective, bibliometric analysis and literature review methods, as well as opinion surveys, were used. The empirical part is based on a case study involving a project maturity model questionnaire and an in-depth interview covering the IT tools employed in project management. Findings: Significant differences have been identified within the organization with regard to the levels of project maturity across its various departments. These differences have also been observed with respect to the IT tools used in project management. Departments within the organization as well as relevant project management areas have been identified, which, if properly managed, will contribute positively to the organization's level of project maturity, including its use of appropriate information technology. Research limitations/implications: The limitations of the study arise from the case study method itself, which limits the conclusions to the case analyzed. Project management praxis, nonetheless, indicates prevalence of differentiation in project maturity levels and applied information technology within a single organization. Future research should focus on the search for the causes of, and the patterns governing, this phenomenon, in order to formulate assumptions regarding a strategy capable of levelling the differences and moving the entire organization to higher levels of project maturity. Practical implications: The issue of organizational heterogeneity, in terms of project maturity and the IT tools used in project management, has drawn the attention of business and project management practitioners to the need for multi-pronged measurement of project maturity and technological sophistication in organizations. Only such measurement allows for targeted management of key areas in need of improvement, to bring the entire organization to a higher level of project maturity. Originality/value: The article fills an important cognitive gap, by highlighting the need for, and indicating the benefits of, examining the areas of project maturity and exploring the use of IT across different parts of an organization. The results may be of relevance to both the researchers searching for enablers of higher project-maturity levels as well as organizations seeking a strategic approach to raising the level of project maturity and achieving IT governance.

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Budgeting of projects implemented by scientific and industrial consortia - analysis from the point of view of enterprises

Szczepaniak Waldemar

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2024

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z. 202

535--547

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Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify and evaluate the elements of projects implemented by scientific and industrial consortia that were managed and then assess the use of IT systems and tools for managing these elements, with particular emphasis on the project budgeting process. Design/methodology/approach: This paper presents partial results of mixed research involving preliminary qualitative research in the form of unstructured interviews with managers of projects implemented as part of scientific and industrial consortia, followed by quantitative research conducted using a questionnaire survey among representatives of companies from a group of this type of consortium. Findings: The research identified key elements of the projects from a business perspective and determined the usefulness of IT tools/systems for project management, with a particular focus on project budgeting functionalities. Practical implications: The research results will contribute to a better understanding of the project management process within scientific and industrial consortia and enhance the absorptive capacity of consortia consisting of private enterprises and public higher education institutions. They may also increase the use of IT tools/systems in project management processes, including project budgeting. Originality/value: Literature studies and the results of our own research conducted among enterprises indicate the complexity of the cost budgeting process in projects carried out by consortia consisting of public higher education institutions and private enterprises. They also highlight the significant role of using IT systems/tools in cost management.

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Agile conflict management for project teams in business practice

Brendzel Katarzyna

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2024

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z. 199

47--59

EN

Purpose: This article focuses on conflict management as an important aspect of team management that may reduce the benefits of a given project. Due to the constantly changing business environment and the need for organisations to be flexible in their operations, traditional methods of project management are becoming less and less suitable. As a result, agility in management is gaining recognition. Design/methodology/approach: The empirical research presented in the article was carried out using quantitative and qualitative methods. Expert interview techniques were also used, and quantitative research also involved the use of a questionnaire. The use of two research techniques was aimed at obtaining a broader view of the methods of agile conflict management used when implementing projects. Findings: The research pointed to conflict management styles and methods often used by agile project teams within small and medium-sized enterprises. However, it is not exclusively dedicated to the agile approach. In addition, the results highlight the relationship between team characteristics and problem-solving methods. the key to the success of the project is the selection of team members to meet an important condition of agile project management, i.e. self-organisation and team management. This is the starting point for making the right selection of tools and methods when solving problems. It is very important that it is a small, interdisciplinary team of professionals. In agile project teams, the most common cause of conflicts is communication errors. Teams prioritise conflicts and take action to resolve them as quickly as possible. Time and dialogue are important determinants of conflict management. Experts point out that the best way to deal with a conflict depends on the type of conflict. Research limitations/implications: An important question arising from the research is as to whether the existing conflicts can become an instrument of process and organisational innovations in small and medium-sized enterprises? Another prospect for continuing research is the possibility of involving a larger number of participants from agile teams. Originality/value: The article draws attention to the issue of agile project management within small and medium-sized enterprises, which is an issue rarely discussed. the article contains conflict resolution tips addressed to agile project teams.

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Examining the critical success factors for the efficiency of green energy projects

Kozhakhmetova Assel, Zhidebekkyzy Aknur, Anarkhan Aizhan, Štreimikienė Dalia

Polish Journal of Management Studies

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2024

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Vol. 29, No. 2

328--345

EN

In recent times, there has been a remarkable exponential interest in green energy projects, driven by their potential to significantly decrease greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. However, such high-tech projects' complexity, expensiveness, and high uncertainty level necessitate new ways of increasing efficiency. Therefore, this study, with its clear aim to evaluate the efficiency of green energy projects and identify the critical success factors that can enhance efficiency, remains a compelling and relevant research endeavour. The study employed a rigorous methodology, using multilinear regression analysis to survey 123 project managers from Kazakhstan. This allowed for a comprehensive comparison of the efficiency level of green energy projects and low-tech projects. Research results show that green energy projects exhibit the highest percentage of schedule overrun at 23.9% and cost overrun at 32.7%, indicating substantial delays in project completion and extra expenses in budget compared with low-tech projects. Moreover, green energy projects show the least favourable results (7.3) regarding technological performance. The study reveals the following critical success processes enhancing project efficiency: project planning, scope and cost management, communication, and team management. Based on the processes of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK) Guide, an algorithm for managing green energy projects was developed. This tool equips project managers with a process-based map, enabling them to run their projects effectively and enhance their efficiency.

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W ostatnim czasie nastąpił gwałtowny wzrost zainteresowania projektami związanymi z zieloną energią, napędzany ich potencjałem do znacznego zmniejszenia emisji gazów cieplarnianych (GHG) i zmniejszenia zależności od paliw kopalnych. Jednak złożoność, kosztowność i wysoki poziom niepewności takich zaawansowanych technologicznie projektów wymagają nowych sposobów zwiększania efektywności. Dlatego też niniejsze badanie, którego wyraźnym celem jest ocena efektywności projektów związanych z zieloną energią i identyfikacja krytycznych czynników sukcesu, które mogą zwiększyć efektywność, pozostaje ważnym i istotnym przedsięwzięciem badawczym. W badaniu zastosowano rygorystyczną metodologię, wykorzystując analizę regresji wieloliniowej do ankietowania 123 kierowników projektów z Kazachstanu. Pozwoliło to na kompleksowe porównanie poziomu efektywności projektów związanych z zieloną energią i projektów o niskim poziomie zaawansowania technologicznego. Wyniki badań pokazują, że projekty związane z zieloną energią wykazują najwyższy odsetek przekroczeń harmonogramu na poziomie 23,9% i kosztów na poziomie 32,7%, co wskazuje na znaczne opóźnienia w realizacji projektu i dodatkowe wydatki w budżecie w porównaniu z projektami o niskim poziomie zaawansowania technologicznego. Co więcej, projekty związane z zieloną energią wykazują najmniej korzystne wyniki (7,3) w zakresie wydajności technologicznej. Badanie ujawnia następujące krytyczne procesy sukcesu zwiększające efektywność projektu: planowanie projektu, zarządzanie zakresem i kosztami, komunikacja i zarządzanie zespołem. W oparciu o procesy zawarte w przewodniku Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBoK) opracowano algorytm zarządzania projektami związanymi z zieloną energią. Narzędzie to wyposaża kierowników projektów w mapę opartą na procesach, umożliwiając im efektywne prowadzenie projektów i zwiększanie ich wydajności

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Zarządzanie projektami w remontach bloków energetycznych. Klucz do efektywności i bezpieczeństwa

Hepner Wojciech

Nowa Energia

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2024

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nr 4

60--63

PL

Bloki energetyczne odgrywają kluczową rolę w dostarczaniu energii elektrycznej i cieplnej do naszych miast i miasteczek. Aby utrzymać ich sprawność i bezpieczeństwo na najwyższym poziomie wymagają przeprowadzenia remontów, a czasami modernizacji. Zarządzanie projektami w remontach bloków energetycznych staje się niezbędne, aby zapewnić efektywność, przewidywalność kosztów oraz minimalizację ryzyka.

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Determining a Fuzzy Model of Time Buffer Size in Critical Chain Project Management

Marek-Kołodziej Katarzyna, Łapuńka Iwona

Engineering Management in Production and Services

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2024

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Vol. 16, no. 3

41--55

EN

Elaborating and applying a new model for estimating the time buffer size of a project programme, which shall guarantee a 90 % probability of timely project execution. The research included source text analysis to provide information on a research gap and the identification of the research problem. The research problem was identified: the time buffer size in a critical path programme does not guarantee a 90 % probability of timely project execution. A new model was then elaborated to estimate the buffer size; it was applied in a technical production preparation project. An additional comparative analysis was performed using the following methods to verify the model more accurately: half of the time total of a path, the sum of squares (SSQ), and the root square error method (RSEM). The application of the fuzzy model to estimate the buffer size in a critical chain programme offers can shorten the total planned project duration. It has a higher probability of timely project execution than other methods for estimating the buffer size. It guarantees a 90 % probability of timely project execution, keeping aggressive task times, which eliminates unwanted situations such as student syndrome, Parkinson’s law, overestimating task duration, and multitasking. Project programming is an inherent part of the project planning stage in project management. Recently, project management has been increasingly developing, which has been confirmed by the article’s source literature analysis. The analysis revealed a research gap in models estimating project buffer size, which might guarantee a 90 % probability of timely project execution. Thus, a fuzzy model for estimating time buffer size in a critical chain was developed, constituting added value to the science of management and quality of production engineering (currently, mechanical engineering). The fuzzy model for estimating time buffer size was applied in one Polish enterprise in a project for a new product’s technical production preparation. The fuzzy model for estimating time buffer size permits the shortening of the duration of tasks to aggressive times, guaranteeing a 90 % probability of project timely execution. The elaborated model for estimating time buffer size may be applied further in practice in projects programmed using the critical chain method.

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Zastosowanie struktur sieci neuronowych typu transformer do detekcji anomalii danych

Krasiński Kamil, Piotrowski Zbigniew

Elektronika : konstrukcje, technologie, zastosowania

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2024

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Vol. 65, Nr 8

30--32

PL

Celem niniejszego artykułu jest przegląd metod i narzędzi wykorzystujących różne architektury sztucznych sieci neuronowych w celu wykrywania anomalii w dostarczonych ciagach danych, ze szczególnym naciskiem na architekturę sieci typu transformer. Przegląd ten ma na celu zaprezentowanie aktualnego stanu wiedzy, jak również wskazanie kierunków dalszych badań i rozwoju w tej wciąż rozwijającej się dziedzinie.

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The aim of this article is to review methods and tools utilizing various artificial neural network architectures of artificial intelligence for detecting anomalies in provided data sequences, with a particular emphasis on transformer network architecture. This review aims to present the current state of knowledge, as well as to indicate directions for further research and development in this still evolving field.

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Szacowanie parametrów projektu w metodyce zwinnej

Krasiński Kamil, Piotrowski Zbigniew

Elektronika : konstrukcje, technologie, zastosowania

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2024

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Vol. 65, Nr 8

26--29

PL

W artykule dokonano przeglądu metod i narzędzi stosowanych do szacowania czasu realizacji projektu w ramach metodyki zarządzania projektami Scrum. W artykule przedstawiono nie tylko różnorodność dostępnych technik szacowania parametrów projektu, ale również oceniono ich przydatność w różnych sytuacjach projektowych.

EN

The article reviews the methods and tools used for estimating project completion time within the Scrum project management methodology. The article not only presents the diversity of available techniques for estimating project parameters but also assesses their usefulness in various project situations.

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Influence of factors relating to an organization’s safety culture on the implementation of pro-ergonomic projects

Czernecka Wiktoria, Gajšek Brigita, Đukić Goran

Zeszyty Naukowe Politechniki Poznańskiej. Organizacja i Zarządzanie

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2023

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Nr 88

75--86

EN

The dynamically changing operating conditions of modern organizations cause changes in their processes, including project management. It can be observed that, increasingly often, projects are a structured response to problems occurring in the company, especially in the sphere of production and work organization. Therefore, there is a need to determine the factors and conditions that require proper management in order to increase the chances of a successful implementation of a project. This relationship is also recognized in the case of pro-ergonomic projects that implement goals and tasks relating to ergonomics. For this reason, this article addresses the issue of identifying and assessing such factors – those in relation to the way projects are conducted as well as those which concern organizational and safety culture. The main goal of this article is to examine the opinions of experts on the factors which determine the success of pro-ergonomic projects in terms of their importance, and to determine the significance of factors relating to safety culture in comparison. The results of the expert opinion research were analyzed using descriptive statistics and presented in a box-plot chart. The analysis pointed to the conclusion that factors relating to safety culture were assessed by experts as the most important (compared to the factors connected with organization of the project and factors linked to carrying out ergonomic activities in the organization). It can also be stated that the factors relating to organization of the project (usually resulting from the project management methodology adopted) were rated the lowest.

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Zmieniające się dynamicznie warunki funkcjonowania współczesnych organizacji powodują także zmiany w prowadzonych w nich procesach, również w zarządzaniu projektami. Można zauważyć, że coraz częściej projekty są ustrukturyzowaną odpowiedzią na pojawiające się w firmie problemy, zwłaszcza w sferze produkcyjnej i organizacji pracy. Poszukuje się więc czynników i warunków, którymi należy odpowiednio zarządzać, aby zwiększyć szanse na wdrożenie projektu z sukcesem. Zależność tę można dostrzec także w przypadku projektów proergonomicznych, w których realizuje się cele i zadania dotyczące ergonomii. Z tego względu w niniejszym artykule podjęto tematykę zidentyfikowania oraz oceny takich czynników - stricte związanych ze sposobem prowadzenia projektów, ale również związanych z kulturą organizacyjną i bezpieczeństwa. Głównym celem pracy jest ocena zestawienia czynników sukcesu projektu proergonomicznego przez ekspertów pod kątem ich ważności w powodzeniu projektu oraz ustalenie znaczenia czynników związanych z kulturą bezpieczeństwa na tle pozostałych. Wyniki badania opinii ekspertów przeanalizowano za pomocą statystyk opisowych i przedstawiono na wykresie ramka-wąsy. Przeprowadzona analiza pozwoliła na wyciągnięcie wniosku, że czynniki związane z kulturą bezpieczeństwa były przez ekspertów oceniane jako najważniejsze (w zestawieniu z czynnikami związanymi z organizacją projektu oraz czynnikami związanymi z prowadzeniem działań ergonomicznych w organizacji). Można także stwierdzić, że najniżej były oceniane czynniki związane z organizacją projektu (wynikające przeważnie z przyjętej metodyki zarządzania projektem).

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The impact of project excellence on the level of project maturity of an organization

Woźniak Monika, Sliż Piotr

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2023

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z. 169

759--782

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Purpose: The main research objective entails identification of the project excellence manifestations in project-immature organizations as well as delineation of the areas of excellence positively affecting the PMMM-model-accordant organizational project maturity. Design/methodology/approach: To achieve the research objective, the methods of bibliometric analysis and literature review, as well as an opinion survey, statistical analysis and LOGIT modeling, were used in the theoretical and the empirical dimensions respectively. The study covered a group of large organizations registered in Poland, which were assessed with respect to their levels of project maturity and excellence. The statistical analysis carried out allowed a delineation of the excellence areas positively impacting project maturity in organizations at low stages of project maturity. Findings: The vast majority of the examined group of large organizations is characterized by low levels of project maturity and excellence. The entities surveyed meet the excellence criterion mainly in the areas of process integration and culture. Statistically, the area of excellence supporting organizational project maturity is informal project management. Areas of project excellence, which, if properly managed, will positively affect the level of organizational project maturity have been identified. Research limitations/implications: The use of non-probabilistic sampling is a research limitation restraining the conclusions formulated to the surveyed group of 48 large organizations. The study carried out can serve as an inducement of extended empirical investigations. Future research should be focused on the search for the factors supporting and hindering the achievement of higher levels of project maturity, in order to formulate assumptions regarding a strategy enabling organizations’ transition to higher levels of project maturity. Practical implications: The research results indicate important interdependencies between the stages of project maturity and the areas of excellence. These interdependencies call the attention of business and project-management practitioners to the prospect of achieving higher levels of organizational project maturity through targeted management of the key, from the positive¬impact perspective, areas of project excellence. Recognition of these mechanisms should encourage businesses to take deliberate steps aimed at improvement of organizational project management. Originality/value: The article fills an important cognitive gap by indicating that management activities focused on the project excellence areas identified in the paper can positively impact the levels of project maturity. The results can be of significance for both the researchers exploring for the factors supporting the achievement of higher project-maturity levels as well as the practitioners, i.e., organizations keen on methodical improvement of project maturity levels.

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Technical education and experience of a leader as a determinants of team work effectiveness in IT projects

Jurga Monika, Zabłocka-Kluczka Anna

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2023

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z. 169

401--420

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Purpose: The realization of large, characterized by high uncertainty and variability IT projects is usually complicated and overlong, and their effectiveness often lower than expected. Hence the role of the project leader as the person responsible for the success of the project is of particular importance. In this context the purpose of the paper was to investigate the relationship between technical (directional in IT) education and technical experience in IT of a leader, and team work effectiveness in IT projects, recognized as one of the predictors of the project's success. Design/methodology/approach: Empirical research was conducted to verify the existence of the predicted relationship and to reach the aim of the paper. The study was quantitative in character. The set of hypotheses was built based on the theoretical research and then verified the CAWI method on sample of 178 respondents working on IT projects in organizations operating in Poland. The calculations were made using the PS Imago Pro ver. 7.0 and Process macro for SPSS ver. 4.1 by Andrew F. Hayes. Findings: It has been shown that there is indirect relationship between the studied variables, and the mediators of this relationship are leader’s technical competences and the leader’s efficiency. There is a mediation relationship between the dependent variable (team work effectiveness) and independent variables (technical education and technical experience in IT of a leader). Research limitations/implications: Performed empirical study is burdened with certain limitations. The obtained sample of 178 respondents is by far not a representative sample and verified only in one business context (Poland). In order to generalize the results in future research cross-national study and larger samples can be collected. Practical implications: The obtained results contribute to practice of management, showing that among various groups of factors determining team work effectiveness in IT projects both soft and hard (technical) competencies of the leader are important. The latter are shaped by the technical, directional (in IT) education and technical (in IT) experience of the leader. This has practical implications, especially for HR services in the process of employees recruitment. In addition to soft skills, knowledge of programming languages and programming experience should be a significant assets wanted when hiring IT project managers. Originality/value: This research enhances understanding factors determining team work effectiveness in IT projects. The research make an important contribution to the body of project management and human resources management literature by demonstrating the meaning of the technical education and technical experience of a leader for team work effectiveness in IT projects.

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Situational leadership in project management: empirical research of project managers

Podgórska Marzena, Detko Łukasz

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2023

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z. 168

375--392

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Purpose: The goal of the study was to examine project managers ability to apply different styles of leadership depending on the project situation. Design/methodology/approach: LEAD-Self questionnaires were used as the main research tool, which is based on the Model of Situational Leadership by P. Hersey and K. Blanchard. The tests were carried out in 12 production plants located in Poland, Italy, Spain, Turkey and China. The plants produce parts for household appliances, automotive and HVAC industries as well as intelligent power grids. 45 project managers participated in the study. Findings: Research results indicate that project managers have a wide range of styles, yet their adaptability is low and moderate level. None of the surveyed project managers has a high level of adaptation. This means that the project managers participating in the study use only the basic leadership style and only occasionally use supporting styles. Practical implications: Implications for organizations and project managers are given in the publication. The most important of them is training project managers in the field of situational leadership model and making managers aware of the strengths and weaknesses of each style, so that they are able to adapt them to the situation and to be ready to act by individual team members. Originality/value: The publication refers to the issue of situational leadership in the context of project management, which broadens the knowledge of human resource management in project management, and highlights the importance of adapting the leadership style of a project manager to a specific situation. The publication can be valuable for organizations implementing industrial projects and for project managers themselves.

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Project knowledge management in local government organisations

Sorychta-Wojsczyk Barbara, Musioł-Urbańczyk Anna

Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska

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2023

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z. 168

455--468

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Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to identify the importance of project knowledge management in local government organisations in Poland. Design/methodology/approach: The analysis carried out for this paper included a literature analysis, survey research and analysis of the research results. The hypotheses set for the research were verified using statistical methods on the basis of the collected data from a questionnaire survey addressed to randomly selected district offices and town halls in Poland. Findings: Based on the literature review, the paper confirms the relevance of knowledge management and project knowledge management in the activities and development of organisations. Based on the results of the study, it can be concluded that local government organisations in Poland manage project knowledge because they are aware of its importance in effective project management. Originality/value: Project knowledge management is not only important in companies, but also in local government organisations for effective project management. Collecting and documenting project knowledge and experiences from projects helps to reduce errors during subsequent projects.