The Role of AI in Enhancing Project Success Rate in Project Management

Fathi, Navid (2024) The Role of AI in Enhancing Project Success Rate in Project Management. Masters thesis, Dublin, National College of Ireland.

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Abstract

This dissertation investigates the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on enhancing the effectiveness of project management, with a focus on identifying specific project management functions where AI can provide significant support. It evaluates the effectiveness of AI tools in improving project outcomes, identifies barriers to AI adoption, and assesses the strategic importance of AI for the long-term survival of organizations. The study employed a quantitative research design, utilizing a structured survey distributed to 128 project management professionals across various industries. The survey collected data on the participants' experience with AI tools, their perceived effectiveness, and the barriers to AI adoption. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis to understand the relationships between experience, organizational role, and the effectiveness of AI tools. The research found that AI tools significantly enhance project management functions such as resource allocation, risk management, and decision-making processes. A strong correlation was observed between the experience level of project managers and the effectiveness of AI in improving project outcomes, suggesting that more experienced managers are better able to leverage AI technologies. Key barriers to AI adoption included cost, resistance to change, lack of expertise, and data privacy concerns. Furthermore, frequent use of AI tools was linked to a stronger belief in their necessity for ensuring future organizational competitiveness. AI holds transformative potential for project management, offering substantial improvements in efficiency and effectiveness. However, successful adoption depends on overcoming significant barriers, particularly through targeted training and strategic change management initiatives. The study underscores the importance of aligning AI integration strategies with organizational roles and readiness to fully harness the benefits of AI in project management. The findings contribute to the theoretical understanding of technology adoption in project management and provide practical insights for organizations looking to integrate AI into their project management practices. Future research should explore the longitudinal impact of AI and investigate cultural and industry-specific differences in AI adoption.

Item Type:	Thesis (Masters)
Supervisors:	Name Email Del Rosal, Victor UNSPECIFIED
Subjects:	Q Science > QH Natural history > QH301 Biology > Methods of research. Technique. Experimental biology > Data processing. Bioinformatics > Artificial intelligence Q Science > Q Science (General) > Self-organizing systems. Conscious automata > Artificial intelligence H Social Sciences > HB Economic Theory > Entrepreneurship H Social Sciences > HD Industries. Land use. Labor > HD28 Management. Industrial Management > Project management
Divisions:	School of Business > Master of Science in Entrepreneurship
Depositing User:	Ciara O'Brien
Date Deposited:	01 Aug 2025 08:43
Last Modified:	01 Aug 2025 08:43
URI:	https://norma.ncirl.ie/id/eprint/8394

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