International Development Projects: Peculiarities and Managerial Approaches

Chapter 5

Adoption of Methods and Tools: An International Survey

Written with Matteo Kalchschmidt

Both academic literature and managerial experience highlight that the proper use of specific methodologies and tools is critical to manage projects successfully. The general suggestion given to project managers is that the effort in implementing proper methodologies is justified by the benefits achieved by these tools, and significant evidence have been provided in different managerial fields. Certification bodies, managerial and academic literature, and general practice support that companies willing to succeed in managing projects need to be complaint with certain rules and practices. The empirical evidence of these considerations is vast and ...