Key Challenges of System Dynamics Implementation in Project Management

Rumeser, David; Emsley, Margaret

doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2016.09.004

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“…Future research will be thus focused on extending the “intelligence” behind the framework by defining discussion and validation workshops and pilot projects in different project scenarios. A second research avenue will be aimed to identify key success factors in system dynamics implementation in project management (Rumeser and Emsley, 2016), with a particular focus on the people involvement dimension.…”

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confidence: 99%

Project management canvas: a systems thinking framework to address project complexity

Elia

Margherita

Secundo

2020

IJMPB

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PurposeFactors such as stakeholder requirements, emergence of exponential technologies, global business operations and pressures for sustainability increase the complexity of modern projects. This article aims to contribute by developing a systems view of project elements and relations among the same.Design/methodology/approachThe article is based on a design science process and uses business management, project management and the system dynamics literature to support the construction of a conceptual framework, which is preliminary validated using practitioner feedback.FindingsThe project management model includes: (a) a systems view of a project in terms of 5 subsystems, 9 components and 27 dimensions; (b) a flow diagram showing 11 key relations among project attributes and (c) a discussion of ten system archetypes which can be identified in the management of a project.Research limitations/implicationsWhereas the application of systems thinking in project management has been mostly addressed to build system dynamics tools, this article advances the discussion by providing a framework useful to support theory development and contextual knowledge construction in project management activities.Practical implicationsThe article provides (project) managers with an articulated project management model and insights to address the complexity of modern project activities.Originality/valueThe main value of the research stays in the integrative nature of the presented framework, along with its twofold focus on components and flows (dynamic view).

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Project management canvas: a systems thinking framework to address project complexity

Elia

Margherita

Secundo

2020

IJMPB

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“…One possible explanation for the revealed limited application of SD modelling in the PPP field is that validation of the dynamic hypothesis (i.e., the causal loop diagram) has to be examined and validated by multiple actors involved in the PPP project development process. In this respect, Shepherd () states that “like all modelling, developing a good model is more like an art, and part of the learning process is to develop the model along with stakeholders.” In addition, Rumeser and Emsley () revealed two potential causes that could hinder key project stakeholders' involvement in implementing SD: most project managers do not understand the value of SD and have a lack of confidence in the model.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…In this respect, Shepherd (2014) states that "like all modelling, developing a good model is more like an art, and part of the learning process is to develop the model along with stakeholders." In addition, Rumeser and Emsley (2016) revealed two potential causes that could hinder key project stakeholders' involvement in implementing SD: most project managers do not understand the value of SD and have a lack of confidence in the model. Flowing from the above, we argue that SD models should take the role not only of the advisor, but also of the negotiator connecting the public and private sector preferences using GMB.…”

Section: Possible Explanations For the Limited Application Of Sdmentioning

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System dynamics approaches to public–private partnerships: A literature review

Pagoni

Georgiadis

2019

Syst Res Behav Sci

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Increased complexity has been recognized as a dominant characteristic of public–private partnerships (PPPs). In this article, we review system dynamics (SD) approaches to the PPP field because SD modelling can support the policymaking process in systems with increased structural and functional complexity. Although papers published in journals and conferences have documented SD approaches to PPP problems, there appears to be a lack of systematically reviewing what they have already provided. The objectives are to compare the findings of the studies to provide insights for directing further PPP research with the use of SD. To achieve the review objectives, we categorize the papers by the problem topic raised and provide a summary of particular insights. Problem topics include construction risk assessment, risk allocation, project financing, performance of infrastructure, demand forecast, procurement strategies, and strategic policy at national levels. The paper concludes with recommendations for future SD applications.

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“…This means that by analysing the structure of the system, a deeper understanding of the causes of the system behavior is formed, which allows to better address the problematic behavior of the observed system [2]. Rumeser et al [3] proposes that the main limitation to the SD approach could be mental model perception to different audiences.…”

Section: System Dynamicsmentioning

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Bioeconomy in the Shade of Green Deal: The System Dynamic Approach

Doļģe

Bohvalovs

Kirsanovs

et al. 2022

Environmental and Climate Technologies

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At the end of 2019, the European Commission launched a new growth strategy called ‘The European Green Deal’ (GD), which aims to ‘transform the European Union (EU) into a fair and prosperous society with a modern, resource-efficient a competitive economy with no net greenhouse gas emissions in 2050 and where economic growth is decoupled from resource use’. This study present developed system dynamic (SD) tool for determining bioeconomy development until 2030 and impact of different GD strategy activities on achieved progress. The bioeconomy index the created and used to measure bioeconomy progress for all scenarios. The optimal scenario was identified between reaching climate goals and adding value to the agricultural, forestry and fisheries resources.

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Key Challenges of System Dynamics Implementation in Project Management

Cited by 16 publications

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Project management canvas: a systems thinking framework to address project complexity

Project management canvas: a systems thinking framework to address project complexity

System dynamics approaches to public–private partnerships: A literature review

Bioeconomy in the Shade of Green Deal: The System Dynamic Approach

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