Optimizing the selection of project management approaches - research findings

• Autorzy: Stronczek Anna , Ścigała Piotr

Identyfikatory

DOI

10.29119/1641-3466.2025.215.38

• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

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.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

project management; predictive approach; adaptive approach; hybrid methodology; project success

PL

zarządzanie projektami; podejście predykcyjne; podejście adaptacyjne; metodologia hybrydowa; sukces projektu

• Wydawca: Wydawnictwo Politechniki Śląskiej
• Czasopismo: Zeszyty Naukowe. Organizacja i Zarządzanie / Politechnika Śląska
• Rocznik: 2025
• Tom: z. 215
• Strony: 657--675
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 21 poz.

Twórcy

autor

Stronczek Anna

• AGH University of Krakow

• https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9343-936X

autor

Ścigała Piotr

• Kyndryl Global Services Delivery Centre Polska, Wroclaw

• https://orcid.org/0009-0006-2934-6058

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Uwagi

Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MNiSW, umowa nr POPUL/SP/0154/2024/02 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki II" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki (2025).