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Public authorities are expected to provide a salient infrastructure network, with only limited financial resources. However, many of these infrastructure projects go over budget and, therefore, research about these cost overruns is necessary to better understand the dynamics at work and provide solutions. We conclude that in Belgium, and broader, solutions need to be found for relational issues internal and external to the project core. Before a lot of attention was given to technical and legal project aspects, while our insights show that we should focus more on the relational aspects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: Previous studies have postulated that an advance payment system (APS) positively impacts the contractor's working capital and is paramount to ensuring an efficient and effective project cash flow process. However, scant research has been undertaken to empirically establish the cash flow performance and domino effect of APS on project and organisational performance. Design/methodology/approach: The epistemological design adopted a positivist philosophical stance augmented by deductive reasoning to explore the phenomena under investigation. Primary quantitative data were collected from 504 Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) registered contractors (within the grade bandings 1–9) in South Africa. A five-point Likert scale was utilised, and subsequent data accrued were analysed using structural equation modelling (SEM). Findings: Emergent findings reveal that the mandatory use of an APS does not guarantee a positive project cash flow, an improvement in organisational performance or an improvement in project performance. Practical implications: The ensuing discussion reveals the contributory influence of APS on positive cash flow and organisational performance, although APS implementation alone will not achieve these objectives. Practically, the research accentuates the need for various measures to be concurrently adopted (including APS) towards ensuring a positive project cash flow and improved organisational and project performance. Originality/value: There is limited empirical research on cash flow performance and the domino effect of APS on project and organisational performance in South Africa, nor indeed, the wider geographical location of Africa as a continent. This study addresses this gap in the prevailing body of knowledge. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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This study presents a new conceptual framework for evaluating the performance of construction projects, based on an adaptation of the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) model. Although the EFQM model is widely used for quality management and performance evaluation, there have been few studies to date that have used it to measure the performance of projects, which is a very important issue in the construction industry. The EFQM model is designed for organisations, so if it is to be used for construction projects, appropriate modifications are needed. That is, the criteria and attributes of the original EFQM model need to be modified. Therefore, the aim of the study is to develop a new set of criteria and their attributes. The attributes are drawn from previous studies and adapted to construction projects. The set of criteria and their attributes form a conceptual model for measuring construction project performance. The model was validated through semi-structured interviews with 20 experts. The results of the study showed that the conceptual model had five enabler criteria, two result criteria, and 50 criteria attributes. The qualitative and quantitative analysis results of the Delphi technique confirmed the importance of these criteria and their reliability. The results of the study will contribute to promoting the application of the EFQM model in the field of construction project management. In addition, stakeholders can use the model as a tool to evaluate the performance of construction projects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The performance of construction projects is often measured by the triad of cost, quality, and time. However, many projects fail to meet these criteria, leading to significant cost overruns and delays. This research investigates the micro-level factors contributing to time and cost overruns in construction projects. Utilising a mixed-methods approach, the study combines qualitative data from a comprehensive survey of field professionals and quantitative data from a detailed case study of a hospital construction project in northern Jordan. The findings reveal that changes during the project lifecycle, particularly those stemming from requirement modifications and miscommunication, are the primary drivers of delays. While the number of workforce personnel influences activity duration, its impact is secondary to that of changes. The study underscores the critical need for effective change management and communication strategies to mitigate delays and enhance project performance. These insights offer valuable contributions to the construction industry, providing practical recommendations for improving project outcomes through better management practices. The research emphasizes the importance of workforce quality, skill, and contractual arrangements, thereby presenting a comprehensive analysis of the factors affecting construction project success.

Due to environmental degradation, the growing concern of green project performance has become the new marketable demand in the field of project management. Organizational agility as an emerging trend yields sustainability to attain the desired environmental goals and helps to adopt green practices like green procurement. This study empirically checked the direct and indirect impact of organizational agility (customer, partnering, and operational agility) on green project performance, and to understand the mediating role of green procurement between them in relation to the institutional theory, a quantitative analysis was performed. A total of 204 valid responses from construction industry employees in Pakistan were received in 2022 and PLS-SEM statistical analysis was carried out. The results showed a significant impact of organizational agility on green procurement, partial mediation of customer and operational agility, and complete mediation of partnering agility with green project performance. We know that customer and operational agility do have a significant direct impact on green project performance. Additionally, partnering agility did not show any direct relation with green project performance. Organizational agility can and does contribute towards green project performance and green procurement. Based on these findings, it is recommended that researchers study organizational agility and green procurement further in diverse sectors of each country, and with a larger audience. Also, in the context of developing countries, procurement needs more support, and project managers are advised to strengthen agility and its different dimensions.

The high level of public interest in using the Solo-Jogja commuter needs to be accompanied by an effort to improve the services and reliability of facilities, one of which is the establishment of a Commuter Depot located at Solojebres Station. In the 18th month of work, the construction of the Commuter Depot experienced delays in work performance with a deviation between plan progress and actual progress of -3.5415%. This research aims to evaluate project performance, including the project's cost and schedule performances, and estimate the cost and schedule of the project at completion due to delays that occur using the Earned Value Method with a fuzzy approach. The required data are the Budget Plan, Weekly Project Report, S-curve, and Actual Cost data. Based on the analysis result, until the 18th month of work, obtained the total Planned Value of IDR 64,581,925,585 (simplified to IDR 6,458.2), the total Actual Cost of IDR 63,954,955,399 (simplified to IDR 6,395.5), the total Fuzzy Earned Value of IDR 62,740,381,379.42 (simplified to IDR 6,274.0), the Cost Performance Index indicates that the project is ahead of budget condition, the Schedule Performance Index indicates that the project is behind schedule condition, the Cost Estimate at Completion of IDR 96,048,508,686 with the cost needed to complete the rest of work of IDR 32,093,553,287 and the Schedule Estimate at Completion of 27.03 months with the time required to complete the rest of work of 9.03 months.

The contractor’s performance behavior is fundamental in improving project performance. However, few studies have investigated the impact of contractual mechanisms on contractor’s performance behavior and how this impacts project performance. Therefore, this study developed and tested a theoretical model to examine the mediating role of contractor’s performance behavior between risk allocation(contractual governance) and project performance. A total of 208 valid questionnaires collected from project managers in the Chinese construction industry were analyzed by partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to test the theoretical hypotheses. The empirical results show that proper risk allocation can induce both contractors’ perfunctory and consummate behavior and restrict opportunistic behavior, thus achieving basic project performance. Although the mediating effect of perfunctory behavior is insignificant, consummate and opportunistic behavior can mediate between proper risk allocation and value-added project performance, where the mediating role of consummate behavior is more critical. The findings contribute to the impact of contractual mechanisms on the construction project performance and guide the owner’s contract design strategy and the contractor’s choice of performance strategy.

This study aims to explore the moderating role of Building Information Modeling (BIM) between project governance and project performance. The theoretical foundation of this research is rooted in transaction cost economics. The data come from the construction industry in China's Sichuan province. A dataset comprising 175 survey responses was subjected to analysis through the Partial Least Squares (PLS) method. The findings confirm that contract completeness and contract flexibility positively influence project performance, and trust in relational governance also has a positive impact on project performance. Additionally, the level of BIM application moderates the relationships between contract flexibility and trust with project performance. However, a significant positive relationship between contract completeness and project performance was not observed. These findings establish a groundwork for transitioning project governance research from a static to a dynamic viewpoint, thereby facilitating the practical implementation of BIM technology. As a result, this study enriches the academic comprehension of governance amidst digital transformation and provides actionable suggestions for fostering efficient governance practices within a technologically progressive landscape. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This article examines how contract model selection shapes PPP governance, which may affect the construction performance of PPP Toll Roads in Indonesia. This study compares the performance of PPP contracts used to build the 49 toll road projects, i.e. the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT), Supported BOT (SBOT) and Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintenance (DBFOM) contracts. Using an Instrumental Variable Two-Stage Least Squares Regression (IV-2SLS) approach, this study discovers that SBOT contracts have lower costs and shorter completion times than BOT contracts due to a better incentive structure, which includes not only various government supports but also stronger control mechanisms in preparation, monitoring and audit. Meanwhile, using an OLS regression, DBFOM contracts have lower costs and shorter completion times than BOT contracts because private firms were able to better internalize externalities and perform better design and monitoring because they were in charge of the planning from the beginning. These findings suggest that the choice of contract has significant effects on the construction performance of PPP and transaction cost minimization is one of the keys to consider in the selection of PPP contract governance, especially to anticipate cost overrun and time delay risks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The implementation of the Situbondo - Ketapang - Banyuwangi Road and Bridge Preservation Project experienced changes in the area being worked on, requiring additional design. Issues arose when the overlay asphalt mix work was halted to await test results for Aspal Modiv PG - 70 from the Pusjatan Bandung Road Materials Laboratory, causing a delay in the 40th week by -0.813%. Delays primarily occurred in the AC - WC and AC - BC asphalt work, affecting project performance. A cost and time analysis was necessary to address this issue. The Earned Value Method (EVM) was used to determine the project's duration and cost until initial handover. The study results indicated that the project cost performance with a CPI > 1 was good, but an SPI of 0.983 < 1 indicated delays. The estimated final project cost is Rp 112,439,121,070.91, with an estimated completion time of 453 days, 3 days longer than the planned schedule. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Task conflict is prevalent among construction project parties, however, how task conflict affects construction project performance still lacks a comprehensive investigation. Against this background, this study adopts an uncertainty management perspective to conduct an integrative model including both positive and negative mediators as well as one moderator to investigate the link between task conflict and construction project performance. Using 206 samples from the Chinese construction industry, the proposed hypotheses are empirically examined. Results suggest that project commitment (effect size = -0.046) negatively mediates the link between task conflict and project performance, whereas knowledge integration (effect size = 0.053) has a positive mediating effect. What's more, task reflexivity is found to mitigate the negative effects of task conflict on both project commitment (coefficient of interaction item = 0.12) and knowledge integration (coefficient of interaction item = 0.08). It is also found that task reflexivity changes the direction and strength of the link from task conflict to project performance by both project commitment (from -0.155 to 0.069) and knowledge integration (from -0.049 to 0.052). These findings provide a holistic understanding of the relationship between task conflict and construction project performance, thus contributing to construction project management theoretically and practically. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The phenomenon of good project performance in East Kalimantan needs to be aware of the possibility of project labor turnover. Employee commitment serves as a stabilizing force that maintains the direction of behavior even if the company fails to meet expectations. Employee commitment is a psychological condition that creates a personal attachment to an organization. This study aims to identify the influence of Motivation on Professional Construction Labor Commitment and Project Performance. This study uses an Explanatory Sequential Mixed Method design, involving 250 respondents of employees and staff of contractor companies, consultants, and building project owners, with SmartPLS SEM analysis at the quantitative stage. The qualitative stage involves the leaders of contractor companies, consultants, and building project owners. The results of the study show that Motivation has a significant effect on the Commitment of the Professional Construction Workforce. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Public–private partnerships (P3s) have gained prominence in both developed and developing nations over recent decades. P3 contracts have been used in a broad spectrum of infrastructure sectors in the United States. However, it is important to demonstrate how P3 projects compare in terms of cost and schedule to traditional project delivery methods to make more informed choices when selecting a delivery method in infrastructure construction. This research focused on benchmarking the project performances of P3 highway projects against design-build (DB) and design-bid-build (DBB) highway projects by analyzing cost growth and schedule growth for highway projects undertaken using P3, DB, and DBB project delivery. Statistical tests revealed that P3 highway projects had a mean cost growth of 2.12%, whereas DB projects experienced 8.95% growth, and DBB projects 7.27%. Furthermore, the mean schedule growth for P3 highway projects was 0.59%, compared to 37.94% for DB projects and 31.39% for DBB projects. The research results can provide valuable insights to assist decision-making processes for future projects, which can be particularly useful for government agencies, private companies, and other stakeholders involved in infrastructure development. Furthermore, the stakeholders can make more informed choices when selecting a delivery method with the identified performance comparison findings, potentially reducing the likelihood of project disputes and failures. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Project‐based interorganizational networks are temporary and dynamic, and significantly different from stable networks for mass production. However, empirical studies on project‐based interorganizational networks are scant. Drawing upon the network literature and distinguishing between production and distribution networks, we investigate how the centrality of a project in industry networks and tie strength of the project's member firms affect project performance in terms of product quality and sales. Using data of 821 Chinese movie projects during 2015–2018, we find empirical evidence that a project's centrality in the production network enhances product quality and that in the distribution network elevates product sales. Interestingly, weak ties in the production team contribute to product quality while strong ties in the distribution team improve product sales. This study advances the literature on project‐based industries and interorganizational networks. It highlights the distinction between production and distribution networks in project‐based industries and sheds light on the differential roles of a project's centrality and tie strength in both networks. These findings also offer novel insights to managers in project‐based industries. Highlights: In project‐based industries such as the movie industry, the industry network comprises various companies and can be categorized into production and distribution networks.When a movie is produced by companies at the center of the production network, it tends to have better quality; and when it is distributed by companies central in the distribution network, it is more likely to achieve box office success.When production companies collaborate too frequently in the past, it could actually be detrimental to product quality; but when distribution companies have strong connections, it usually helps boost box office sales. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study examines the influence of Project Delivery System (PDS) features on green construction project performance by comparing DesignBidBuild (DBB), DesignBuild (DB), and Construction Management (CM) methods. The research problem is to analyze the influence of key characteristics (leadership, communication, mindset, teamwork, team chemistry, experience, competence) of the three PDS methods on achieving green construction project performance. The research objects were 109 respondents (team leader, vice president manager, project manager, site manager, site engineer, general superintendent, and supervisor) in five major cities in Indonesia. The results of the MANOVA analysis showed that leadership was the most influential factor in the three methods. CM excels in time, quality, and green building performance, DB excels in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS), and DBB excels in cost. Experience and competence are less influential factors, thus concluding that soft skills play a significant role in the successful implementation of green construction projects, providing valuable insights for industry practitioners and emphasizing the need to prioritize the development of leadership and interpersonal skills alongside technical expertise when implementing green construction projects through various PDS methods in Indonesia, which ultimately contributes to the advancement of sustainable construction practices in the rapidly growing building sector in the region. These findings provide insights for selecting optimal PDS methods in green construction projects [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Previous studies have identified the influence of goal agreement on requirement elicitation in software projects, but they have not addressed how it influences risks in projects. The purpose of this study is to examine the influence of goal identification and agreement on software project risks. With socio-technical systems theory as the backdrop, we used a goal-oriented perspective to understand how the social subsystem influences the technical subsystem of a software development project. In an empirical study with 411 responses from software project developers and managers in India and using structural equation modelling, the causal linkages between goal orientation and project risk variables have been examined. The results indicated that the early adoption of goal-driven risk management reduces the social context risks which, in turn, reduces the project management risk. The study also revealed that the product artefact is independent of whether the system was completed within budget and schedule. To design the risk management strategy, project managers should consider the relationship between social context risk and project management risk and the implications of these relationships on project performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

While literature indicates that leadership plays an important role in project management and impacts project performance, it remains unclear what characterizes an effective leadership style in project management. Drawing on authentic leadership, behavioral integrity, and project governance research, and using cross-sectional data from multiple industries, we propose and test a leadership performance model to examine how authentic leaders and leaders with behavioral integrity affect their project team’s performance. We find that authenticity and behavioral integrity in a project manager enhance project performance, and that project governance mediates the relationships between leader authenticity and project performance, and between leader behavioral integrity and project performance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Abstract We present a novel framework to assess 27 earned value management system (EVMS) environment factors and investigate their impact on project performance. A study of the EVMS literature, a survey of practitioners, and focus group meetings with 36 EVMS industry and government experts, supported the development of the framework. Focus groups involving 80 practitioners refined and tested it. We analyzed performance data from 35 completed projects/programs representing over US$21.8 billion in total cost; a project demonstrating a positive environment could save up to 25% in cost versus baseline. Practitioners can develop an effective EVMS environment by following the provided guidance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The implementation of lean construction is very important in the construction industry to reduce waste and increase productivity. To ensure its effective implementation, clear and measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are necessary. Therefore, this research aimed to develop SMART-based KPIs (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, and Time-bound) for lean construction implementation, which measure indicators throughout the project life cycle. In this context, both qualitative and quantitative methods were used to collect data. Quantitative data were collected through surveys, assessing the perceptions of respondents concerning KPIs that had been developed. Meanwhile, qualitative data were collected through interviews and expert Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), which included in-depth analysis and conclusions regarding lean construction KPIs. The results produced were KPIs that could be used to measure effectiveness in implementing lean construction, particularly for building projects in Indonesia. Consequently, this research provided new views concerning effective lean construction, which could be explored in more depth and implemented for stakeholders in the construction industry. This development could eventually improve project performance by reducing waste and increasing productivity in construction projects. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study presents a new conceptual framework for evaluating the performance of construction projects, based on an adaptation of the European Foundation for Quality Management (EFQM) model. Although the EFQM model is widely used for quality management and performance evaluation, there have been few studies to date that have used it to measure the performance of projects, which is a very important issue in the construction industry. The EFQM model is designed for organisations, so if it is to be used for construction projects, appropriate modifications are needed. That is, the criteria and attributes of the original EFQM model need to be modified. Therefore, the aim of the study is to develop a new set of criteria and their attributes. The attributes are drawn from previous studies and adapted to construction projects. The set of criteria and their attributes form a conceptual model for measuring construction project performance. The model was validated through semi-structured interviews with 20 experts. The results of the study showed that the conceptual model had five enabler criteria, two result criteria, and 50 criteria attributes. The qualitative and quantitative analysis results of the Delphi technique confirmed the importance of these criteria and their reliability. The results of the study will contribute to promoting the application of the EFQM model in the field of construction project management. In addition, stakeholders can use the model as a tool to evaluate the performance of construction projects.

Poor performance is common in the delivery of large-scale transport infrastructure. Despite previous studies examining the management of transport megaprojects, there is a lack of systematic reviews on performance Controls and Accountability in Megaprojects (CAMP). We analyze research on CAMP in Africa. Out of the 947 records retrieved, 35 articles published between 1980 and 2022 meet our inclusion criteria. We identify four main research themes: “project governance,” “performance management,” “project conceptual management,” and “complexity management.” Our findings indicate significant weaknesses in project governance and a lack of proper project conception. Practical implications involve restructuring project governance policies and implementing a multi-level project governance model. The research supports recognizing corruption as a characteristic of megaprojects, implementing project governance as a standard management practice, and improving governance in public-private partnerships. Additionally, future research should prioritize integrating and developing policies, strengthening institutions, implementing participatory governance mechanisms, and building capacity for project management.

The study investigated the moderating effect of staff competency on the influence of communication on the effectiveness of force account approach (FAA) in construction projects in Tanzania. This study proposed three hypotheses, which were tested by using PROCESS macro from data obtained from 229 members of projects under FAA in local government authorities (LGAs) in Dodoma, Tanzania. The findings unveiled that communication and staff competency contribute in a meaningful manner in influencing the effectiveness of FAA in construction projects. Lastly, the study established a moderating effect of staff competency in the relationship between communication and the effectiveness of FAA. Based on the main findings, it was concluded that communication and staff competency are significant factors for the FAA effectiveness in construction projects in LGAs. Furthermore, the role of communication on the effectiveness of FAA in construction projects varies across different values of staff competency, with a stronger influence when staff competency is high compared to when it is low. Therefore, staff competency strengthens the influence of communication on the effectiveness of FAA. Despite its limitations, our study provides significant implications for practice and theory.

A successful completion of infrastructure projects in developing countries is greatly affected by poor and incomplete design. In this regard, it is imperative to study the major causes and overall impacts of design change in infrastructure projects across the public market. The primary objective of this research is to identify and analyze the major causes that lead to design change in the implementation phase of construction projects. In addition, the study aims to examine the impacts of design change in terms of cost overrun and time variance during the design and construction stages of infrastructure construction projects. To achieve these goals 48 critical causes and 7 impacts of design changes were identified through a systematic literature review, 23 key causes and 7 impacts were then refined according to the opinions of relevant experts involved in infrastructure projects. Then, a structured questionnaire survey was employed to collect data from various sources. More so, 31 projects were identified as part of the case studies conducted to evaluate the impacts of design change of infrastructure projects. The study analyzed the collected data by Interpretive Structural Modeling (ISM) and to classify the causes using the Matrice d’Impacts Croisés Multiplication Appliquée à UN Classement (MICMAC) technique. The result showed that Inadequate project objectives, Unrealistic clients demand, and Obstinate nature of client are the top factors. The findings are believed to be helpful for practitioners, and policy makers to trap the key factors, causes and impacts of design changes across the Ethiopian construction industry.

This paper examines the moderating effect of social capital in the relationship between compensation and time performance of force account projects. Data were collected from 192 force account projects in selected local government authorities in Tanzania, where contractors participated in filling out structured questionnaires. The study employed partial least squares structural equation modelling to examine the hypothesized relationships. The findings indicate that compensation has a positive and significant effect on-time performance of force account projects. On the other hand, social capital negatively moderates the relationship between compensation and time performance, such that at high levels of social capital, the effect of compensation on time performance diminishes compared to lower levels. Therefore, the study offers intriguing insights into the negative effect of social capital on the relationship between compensation and time performance in the context of force account projects. This study makes a distinct contribution to the academic field by examining the moderating effect of social capital on the relationship between laborers’ compensation and time performance within the context of force account projects, a relatively neglected area in existing literature. While effective compensation practices are crucial for enhancing performance, the presence of social capital as a moderator impedes the positive effects of compensation in these projects. Future studies could further explore the complex dynamics between compensation, social capital, and time performance across different contexts and industries.

Purpose In international development projects, emotional and cultural intelligence have been identified empirically and theoretically as critical success factors in project performance. In this study, task interdependence mediates the relationships among emotional intelligence, cultural intelligence, and project performance. Also, the psychological contract moderates the relationship between task interdependence and project performance.Methodology To test the model for the statistical hypothesis, 295 project managers and team members from international development projects provided data.Results The pragmatic findings show no significant relationship between emotional intelligence and project performance. Similarly, task interdependence partially mediates the relationship between emotional intelligence and project performance. However, cultural intelligence contributes significantly to project performance. Moreover, task interdependence completely mediates the relationship between cultural intelligence and project performance. Furthermore, the psychological contract did not affect task interdependence or project performance.Value This study’s findings differ from previous studies on related topics. This has the potential to elevate project performance and managerial physiology. Subsequently, future research directions are suggested.

While previous studies have shown mixed results regarding the impact of human resource (HR) recruitment on construction project outcomes, they are limited in explaining the mechanisms through which HR recruitment influences construction project performance. The current study examines the influence of HR recruitment on the cost performance of force account construction projects, while also investigating the mediating effect of quality performance. The hypothesized model was established and empirically tested using partial least squares structural equation modeling. Data were collected from 192 force account construction projects through structured questionnaires administered to local contractors in surveyed local government authorities in Tanzania. The results reveal a positive and significant influence of HR recruitment on project cost performance. Furthermore, quality performance mediates the link between HR recruitment and cost performance. The study contributes to the limited literature on HR recruitment and construction project performance by highlighting the need for construction companies to customize their recruitment practices to align with their unique situations and needs. The findings provide practical implications to construction practitioners to enhance HR practices towards improving quality performance, which, in turn, strengthens the cost performance of force account construction projects. Additionally, the study can help policymakers develop guidelines on HR recruitment practices to ensure higher quality and cost performance in force account construction projects.

This exploratory study is aimed to investigate the impact of good governance practices of transparency and accountability on project performance in public health sector hospitals of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The research signifies a noteworthy advancement in a sequence of healthcare industry studies designed to illustrate the influence of effective governance on the performance of healthcare projects. Transparency and accountability are the major determinants of good governance having impact on healthcare project outcomes in the hospitals of Peshawar. The study will focus on three significant healthcare projects in the KP province: the "Sehat Card," "RBC," and "Insulin D - Talk." The study selected a sample size of N= 121, using a simple random sampling technique to choose the project planning, monitoring, and implementing authorities, including administrators, project leaders, heads of hospital departments, doctors, and other project staff members. Standardized surveys were conducted to gather quantitative data on the prevalence, frequency, and perceived effectiveness of selected governance practices among project staff members. The study revealed that transparency and accountability significantly influence project outcomes. The project demonstrated strong performance, and the study is significant as it represents the initial use of an international evaluation standard to measure the effectiveness of healthcare projects in Pakistan. The UNDP's principles of good governance were utilized to assess their influence on the performance of healthcare projects. Hence, the recommendations of the study show the importance of transparency and information in decision-making. They also emphasize coordinating with policymakers, healthcare managers, and project managers to improve governance practices and project outcomes. Similarly, such research initiatives are encouraged in private healthcare and other industries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The aim of this study was to examine the effects of sustainable land management techniques on the agroforestry project's performance at UNICOOPAGI. The particular goals were to ascertain the impact of afforestation on the performance of the agroforestry project in UNICOOPAGI, investigate the impact of soil erosion control on the project's performance, and ascertain the effect of land rehabilitation on the project's performance. The study used a descriptive research approach, and the sample size was 126, as was the population. The study used a census sample approach in which every unit took part in the study. The necessary data was gathered through the use of documentary and questionnaire methodologies. The data was analyzed using Statistical Product and Service Solutions version 23. Following data collection, the following conclusions were noted. Regarding the first research goal, which examined how land rehabilitation affected the UNICOOPAGI agroforestry project's performance, 37.3% strongly agreed and 46.0% agreed that applying manure improves the project's performance. Additionally, 35.7 percent strongly agreed and 47.6% agreed that mulching improves the project's performance. Additionally, there is a positive association (0.814) between the performance of agroforestry projects and land rehabilitation. Regarding the impact of soil erosion control on the UNICOOPAGI agroforestry project's performance, 34.9% strongly agreed and 56.3% agreed that building terraces enhances the project's performance. Additionally, 54.0% and 41.3% strongly agreed that creating efficient water trapping pits is done to improve the project's performance. Additionally, agroforestry project effectiveness is positively correlated with soil erosion management at a high level (0.824). Regarding the impact of afforestation on the UNICOOPAGI agroforestry project's performance, 33.3% of respondents strongly agreed, 50% agreed, and 44.4% strongly agreed that the project's performance was influenced by the availability of tree seeds. and 46.0% concurred that educating farmers about agroforestry methods results in the implementation of agroforestry projects. On the other hand, afforestation has 0.828 correlation coefficient and affects agroforestry performance. The study came to the conclusion that, through a variety of techniques used by project implementors, land rehabilitation, soil erosion control, and afforestation considerably improve the performance of agroforestry projects. The study indicated that as a preventative and mitigating approach against erosion, project sponsors give farmers access to water tanks. Additionally, farmers must to work harder at implementing drainage techniques in order to preserve the sustainability of the land. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In the construction industry, much of the construction process is controlled by materials, and material management has a direct impact on many performance criteria such as cost, time, quality, and efficiency. This study examined the impact on project performance of activities that make up the material management process: planning, supply, logistics, transport, stock, and waste control of building materials. Material management practices were measured using 15 criteria under five different headings, and project performance was measured using 13 criteria under three different headings, through surveys of industry personnel at various construction sites. Multiple regression analyses were performed on the data obtained. The impacts of material management practices on project time, project cost, project efficiency, and waste performance, as well as overall project performance were examined using multiple regression analyses. The analysis showed that material supply, material handling, and stock and waste control had positive impacts on overall project performance, while material planning and material logistics did not have statistically significant impacts. It is concluded that the results of the study will help to better understand the relationship between material management and project performance and will help stakeholders to improve their material management practices. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The construction industry is characterized by its complex and dynamic nature, requiring efficient resource management practices for successful project execution. This systematic literature review aims to comprehensively analyze and synthesize existing research on resource management practices within the construction sector. By examining a wide array of scholarly articles, conference papers, and industry reports, this review identifies and evaluates the various methodologies, strategies, and tools employed for effective resource management in construction projects. The review encompasses an extensive analysis of key themes, including but not limited to labor management, equipment utilization, material procurement, and technological advancements in resource optimization. It delves into the challenges faced by the construction industry concerning resource allocation, skill shortages, cost control, sustainability concerns, and the impact of unforeseen disruptions. Furthermore, this review critically assesses the implications of resource management practices on project performance, encompassing aspects such as project timelines, budget adherence, quality control, and stakeholder satisfaction. The findings from this systematic review provide a comprehensive understanding of the current state of resource management practices in the construction industry. Additionally, it identifies gaps in the literature and suggests areas for future research, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches and adaptive strategies to address the evolving demands and complexities within construction project management. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

While considerable attention has been devoted to positive leadership patterns in the realm of project management, the dark side of leadership has rarely been studied within project teams. To address this gap, we focus on abusive supervision in project teams and develop a team-level moderated mediation model to examine whether, how, and when abusive supervision influences project outcomes by drawing from the Proactive Motivation Theory. Survey data were collected from 132 project teams containing 132 project managers and 392 project members using a multi-source time-lagged survey design. Our findings reveal significant negative relationships between abusive supervision and both project performance and project team creativity. Furthermore, we found that a team's proactive behavior plays a mediating role in these relationships. More importantly, our study identifies that team building mitigates the direct negative impact of abusive supervision on proactive behavior and the indirect effects of abusive supervision on project performance and project team creativity. These findings provide valuable theoretical and managerial implications for abusive supervision and project management scholars and practitioners. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study investigates the effects of project network characteristics (i.e., network density and centrality) and transactive memory systems on project performance. Based on 361 valid questionnaires from megaproject teams, a structural equation modeling (SEM) approach is used for data analysis. The findings discover that high network density is positively associated with specialization, credibility, and project performance, without a significant link with coordination. Meanwhile, a high degree of network centrality negatively affects three dimensions of transactive memory systems, as well as project performance. Regarding the mediating role of transactive memory systems dimensions, specialization and credibility serve as the dominant mediating effects. Interestingly, the interactive relationships among transactive memory systems dimensions are empirically examined. These findings provide a network perspective to integrate and utilize organizational knowledge, thus improving organizational flexibility and resilience. Keywords network characteristics, transactive memory systems, project performance, organizational resilience [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This research paper analytically evaluates the project control practice levels used by the building construction companies within Kampala, Uganda. The research also assesses the impact of project control practices on the productivity of companies. The research was performed to ascertain the current control practices among 160 respondents from various construction companies registered with the Uganda Registration Services Bureau. This research used amalgamation from multiple studies in the literature to obtain the variables. This research adopts 34 standard control practices from 4 vital project control duties: planning, monitoring, analyzing, and reporting. These project control tasks were organized using mean response ratings grounded in their relevance to the construction companies. This process authorized researchers to prioritize tasks based on their perceived importance or relevance to the construction companies involved. Results showed that evaluating performance with the use of S-curves (4.32), timely access to information and encouragement (4.55), report representation using quantitative tools 4.75, and cost value comparison application during analysis (4.76) were rated least among the control practices. On the other hand, the top project control practices included formulation of the project schedule (8.88), project feasibility validation (8.86), budgeting for each activity (8.84), key project route definition (8.81), team awareness of the budget (8.77), setting realistic targets for projects (8.50), and consultation from subcontractors (8.74). From the results obtained by the sample respondents specified, it can be concluded that planning is the most vital project control task practiced in the building construction industry in Uganda. In addition, this research ascertained a substantial relationship between project control practices and the performance of building construction companies. Accordingly, this research recommends that project control practices be effectively observed by both contracting and consulting companies to enhance their overall performance and governance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The construction industry is naturally complex and constantly changing, with various factors impacting project results. Among the different methods developed to navigate this complexity, partnering is believed to increase project value and performance. Therefore, this research aimed at analyzing and formulating elements as well as indicators at each phase of a partnership-based project life cycle, serving as tools and techniques for measuring the depth of partnering in construction projects. The methodology used included both qualitative and quantitative methods (mixed method). In the qualitative method, the literature from relevant journals, books, and previous research was reviewed. This process was followed by an expert assessment through a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) to define elements and indicators for measuring the depth of partnering in construction projects. Meanwhile, the quantitative method comprised analyzing secondary project data to compare projects with in-depth partnering in order to deliver better value. The result of this research was the development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure maturity partnering in partnership-based projects. Typically, the tools were adjusted to different phases of the project life cycle, starting from project initiation, comprising all stakeholders. Consequently, the outcome of this research could be used by organizations in the construction industry to develop partnering in partnership projects in Indonesia. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]