Project planning and the performance of information technology projects. Limits and possibilities

The broad objective of the study was to analyse the effect of project planning processes on performance of IT projects in CBE. Furthermore, this study will examine the impact of effective planning processes on quality of IT projects in CBE, analyse the impact of effective planning processes on IT project completion time in CBE and to investigate the impact of effective planning processes on IT project completion cost in CBE.

In addition, this study aimed to fill the gap by answering the following research questions: What is the role of planning processes on quality of IT projects in CBE? What is the role of planning processes on IT project completion time in CBE? What is the role of effective planning processes on IT project completion cost in CBE?

Projects play a major role in the economic development of a country. They are the building blocks for generating additional capital and for ensuring a flow of goods and services. The objective of the project management is to realize the planned project objectives and its project management has different phases and processes within it. Each phase contains rigorous and comprehensive activities to be performed.

The success of any project is measured by its completion time, within the budget cost and meets the planned performance based on the initial plan. Therefore, planning has an important role on the project success. To accomplish all these projects successfully, each of them must undergo different phases where the level of efforts and impacts to the project success depends on the phases.

Previous research has indicated inadequate project planning and analysis is one of the reasons for project failure. Moreover, research discovered that there is positive correlation between project planning effort and project success. According to their study findings there is a high correlation between the planning efforts and overall project success. Although their studies have considered many factors that influence project outcomes, but planning was mentioned as an important factor for project success.

Table of Contents

• CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION
• 1.1. Background of the Study
• 1.2. Statement of the Problem
• 1.3. Research Objective(s)
• 1.3.1. General Objective
• 1.3.2. Specific Objectives
• 1.4. Research Questions
• 1.5. Hypothesis of the Study
• 1.6. Scope of the Study
• 1.7. Limitations of the Study
• 1.8. Significance of the Study
• 1.9. Organization of the Study
• CHAPTER TWO: LITERATURE REVIEW
• 2.1. Theoretical Literature
• 2.1.1. The Essence of Project and its Management
• 2.1.2. Project Management Body of Knowledge Areas
• 2.1.3. Project Management Process Groups
• 2.2. Empirical Literature
• 2.3. Conceptual Framework
• CHAPTER THREE: RESEARCH METHODS
• 3.1. Introduction
• 3.2. Operational Definition of Variables
• 3.2.1. Dependent Variable
• 3.2.2. Independent Variable
• 3.3. Research Design
• 3.4. Target Population
• 3.5. Data Type and Source
• 3.6. Data Collection Techniques and Procedure
• 3.6.1. Data Collection Methods
• 3.6.2. Data Collection Procedures
• 3.7. Data Processing and Analysis
• 3.7.1. Data Processing
• 3.7.2. Data Analysis
• 3.8. Model Specification
• 3.9. Reliability and Validity
• 3.10. Ethical Consideration
• CHAPTER FOUR: RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS
• 4.1. Introduction
• 4.2. Demographic Characteristics of Respondents
• 4.2.1. Classification of Respondents by Gender
• 4.2.2. Classification of Respondents by Level of Education
• 4.2.3. Respondents Work Experience
• 4.3. Reliability Analysis
• 4.4. Descriptive Analysis
• 4.4.1. Descriptive Statistics of Project Success Measurement
• 4.4.2. Descriptive Statistics of Project Planning Processes
• 4.5. Correlations Analysis
• 4.6. Regression Analysis
• 4.6.1. Testing Assumptions of Regression Model
• 4.6.2. The Role of Project Planning Activities on IT Projects Completion Time
• 4.6.3. The Role of Project Planning Activities on IT Projects Completion Cost
• 4.6.4. The Role of Project Planning Activities on IT Projects Quality
• 4.7. Results Summary

Objectives and Key Themes

This study investigates the impact of project planning on the performance of Information Technology (IT) projects within the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia. The primary objective is to determine the extent to which effective project planning contributes to successful IT project outcomes. Key themes explored in the study include:

• The importance of project planning in the context of IT projects.
• The relationship between project planning activities and IT project success metrics such as completion time, cost, and quality.
• The specific project planning knowledge areas that are most impactful on IT project performance.
• The application of research methods such as regression analysis to analyze the relationship between project planning and IT project performance.
• The implications of the findings for IT project management practices in the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia.

Chapter Summaries

• Chapter One: Introduction provides a comprehensive overview of the study's background, problem statement, research objectives, research questions, hypothesis, scope, limitations, significance, and organization. The chapter sets the stage for the subsequent analysis by outlining the research problem and the study's contribution to existing knowledge.
• Chapter Two: Literature Review delves into the theoretical and empirical literature relevant to the study. This chapter examines existing research on project management, IT project success, and the relationship between project planning and project performance. It also establishes a conceptual framework for the study.
• Chapter Three: Research Methods details the research methodology employed in the study. This chapter discusses the operational definition of variables, research design, target population, data type and source, data collection techniques, data processing and analysis, model specification, reliability and validity, and ethical considerations. It provides a clear and structured approach to data collection and analysis.
• Chapter Four: Results and Discussions presents the findings of the study, including descriptive statistics, correlation analysis, and regression analysis. The chapter examines the relationship between project planning activities and project performance indicators such as completion time, cost, and quality. It also discusses the implications of the findings in detail.

Keywords

The study focuses on key areas such as project planning, Information Technology (IT) projects, project performance, project success, project management, regression analysis, and the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia. It explores the impact of project planning on IT project success metrics such as completion time, cost, and quality, providing valuable insights for IT project management practitioners.

Details

• Course: Project Management
• Grade: 3.96
• Author: Sirak Aynalem Argaw (Author)
• Publication Year: 2018
• Pages: 63
• Catalog Number: V1002897
• ISBN (eBook): 9783346368973
• ISBN (Book): 9783346368980
• Language: English