Research on Project, Programme and Portfolio Management: Projects as an Arena for Self-Organizing

This volume brings together selected and extended papers from the 8th IPMA Research Conference, exploring the topics of project, program, and portfolio management, and self-organizing in and through projects. It offers international and multidisciplinary perspectives, answering questions about the impact of self-organization on organizational structures, processes, cultures, and leadership, as well as the motivation of individuals to perform activities and engage with others. The book also discusses the contributions of disciplines like natural science, psychology, philosophy, sociology, and management to self-organization in projects, as well as the cultural limitations and potentials.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 318 pages
Publication date: 26 January 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive volume brings together a selection of meticulously curated and extended papers, representing the cutting-edge research presented at the 8th IPMA Research Conference, which took place place virtually from September 9th to 11th, 2020. Spanning a wide range of topics, including project, program, and portfolio management, as well as self-organizing within and through projects, this book offers a global and interdisciplinary perspective, addressing critical questions such as:

What is the profound impact of self-organization on organizational structures, processes, cultures, and leadership?
How can we accurately define the transformative power of self-organization?
What motivates individuals to engage in activities, collaborate with others, and drive progress to achieve their goals?
What types of leadership foster effective self-organization within projects?
What insights can disciplines like natural science, psychology, philosophy, sociology, and management contribute to our understanding of self-organization in projects?
What are the cultural barriers and opportunities associated with self-organization in projects, and how can we navigate them effectively?

Research on Project, Program, and Portfolio Management serves as an invaluable resource for scholars and project management professionals seeking to delve into the realm of autonomous working and self-organizing. By exploring these critical aspects, this book contributes to our understanding of project management and organizational dynamics in the digital age.

Weight: 516g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030862503
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022