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A Qualitative Descriptive Study of Monitoring And Evaluation Practice in International Livestock Research Institute Livestock Projects
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-07) Rossi Haile; Bantie Workie (PhD)
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) is the combination of monitoring and evaluation which together provides the knowledge required for effective project management, reporting and accountability of responsibilities. Since agriculture is a critical industry in nations such as Ethiopia and it is the greatest contributor to total economic growth and poverty alleviation, the focus of this study are livestock projects implemented in International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), Ethiopia. ILRI is a non-profit international agricultural research organization committed to improve the lives of people in developing countries via livestock research. This project work is meant to study how M&E practices are used in livestock projects implemented by ILRI Ethiopia. To undertake this, a descriptive research design with a qualitative data was used to gather data from fifteen interviewees from five case projects. The analysis was made using computer aided approach which is coding using Microsoft Word. Findings from the study show that the case projects are familiar with M&E plan. M&E stakeholder participation, M&E human resource capacity and M&E training and these components are really impactful on the performance of the projects. Regular amendment of M&E plans, consideration of additional stakeholders and regular provision of M&E trainings are the key recommendations for projects implemented in ILRI. Further researches with reduced bias and inclusive of other M&E practices are suggested. Key Words: Monitoring, Evaluation, Plan, Stakeholder Participation, Human Resource Capacity, Training, Project Performance
Accessing the Practice and Challenge of Stakeholder Management in Ethiopian NGOs: In case of Three Roots International
(Addis Ababa University, 2023-06) Hilina Theodros; Wubshet Bekalu (PhD)
Stakeholder management is a critical topic in project management for a successful project. NGOs are project-driven organizations which need stakeholder management for their success. Despite the importance of stakeholder management only few researches on NGOs in Ethiopia regarding their stakeholder management practice. This study therefore intends to access the practice and challenge of one of Ethiopian NGOs, Three Root International. The study employed qualitative case study approach. Stakeholder identification, plan stakeholder engagement, managing stakeholder engagement and monitor stakeholder engagement are the four components evaluated in order to access the practice of stakeholder management in Three Roots International. The study was conducted on 3 employees, 2 volunteers, and 5 beneficiaries of the NGO. The study on the employees is conducted based on the four components and the study on volunteers and beneficiaries is conducted in order to investigate the NGO’s practice in engaging these particular stakeholders in its project’s life cycle. The finding indicates that stakeholders are identified based on their impact on the project and by creating a communication for stakeholder and creating meaningful project vision, project design and make the stakeholders engage in training, participating in each cycle of the project is their planning mechanism. Stakeholders’ engagement is managed by working closely, make stakeholders participate in the project directly, training stakeholders and the communication strategies it uses. Stakeholders’ engagement method that is used by the NGO is positive response of contribution and opening up for stakeholders to participate based on their skill and knowledge, discussion in meeting. The challenge the NGO faces in stakeholder management is previous concept of development anticipated by the stakeholders which is assuming development incurred only by receiving money and resisting change for the new development concept. Based on the findings of this study, it is recommended that the NGO should extend its partnership with other stakeholders to address other community’s issues and should extend its communication strategies for volunteers in order to address beneficiaries demand according to their cultural context
Adaptation of Results Based Monitoring and Evaluation of Local NGOs in Ethiopia Case of YeAmlak Lijoch Foundation
(Addis Ababa University, 2021-09) Ayalneh, Tewfit; Bekalu, Wubshet (PhD)
The purpose of this study is to identify the challenge factors and the success criterion of RBME implementation in Ethiopia. The researcher uses an interpretivism paradigm with a qualitative single case study approach to explore the phenomenon in depth. The study’s target population is grassroot local NGOs in Ethiopia with the aspiration to implement RBME. The sample size was selected by means of non-probability purposeful sampling to select an appropriate case to fit the parameters. Data was collected through focus group discussions, interviews and various documents that pertain to the study. The data was analyzed using Yin’s (2009) ‘relying on propositions’ strategy and ‘explanation building’ analysis to ensure credibility and validity of the outcome. This study will identify capacity and limited resources as the main factors that limit the adoption of a results-based monitoring and evaluation systems in Ethiopia. It also identifies that conducting a feasibility assessment prior to implementation helps to ensure the commitment of stakeholder and continued adequate training for staff post-implementation is vital to maintain and sustain the RBME system. The outcome of this research can be useful in addressing the challenges faced by grassroot local NGOs in Ethiopia in implementing practices that emanate from abroad.
Addressing Project Management Challenges in Cross-cultural Real Estate Development Projects: Strategies For International Construction Firms in Emerging Markets
(Addis Ababa University, 2023-06) Fasika Solomon; Worku Mekonnnen (PhD)
This study explores the challenges and management strategies associated with cross-cultural project management in the context of real estate development in emerging markets. The research aims to examine the impact of cultural differences, stakeholder engagement, workforce diversity, and infrastructure and logistics on project outcomes. Data was collected through a survey of 147 participants involved in cross-cultural real estate development projects. Statistical analysis, including correlation and regression analysis, was conducted to analyze the relationships between variables. The findings revealed that cultural differences significantly influence project communication and coordination, and effective cultural adaptation strategies are crucial for project success. Stakeholder engagement and effective communication practices were found to contribute to better project management outcomes. While the direct impact of workforce diversity on innovation and problem-solving capabilities was not significant, promoting diversity and inclusion remains important. Infrastructure and logistics challenges were identified as common, necessitating proactive strategies to address them. Based on these findings, recommendations are provided to enhance cultural adaptation, prioritize stakeholder engagement, foster diversity and inclusion, address infrastructure challenges, and continuously evaluate and improve project management practices. This research contributes to the understanding of cross-cultural project management challenges and provides practical insights for project managers in emerging markets
Adoption Level and Challenges of Implementing Agile Project Management Methodology at the Private Banking Industry in Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa University, 2019-08) Debebe, Asegid; Atara, Adane (PhD)
This qualitative study has investigated the current level of adoption the Agile software project management methods at the private banking industry in Ethiopia and the challenges faced by the software development teams at the banks. The current 16 private banks in Ethiopia have been grouped into three categories using the decades of their year of establishments, and from each category, 3 banks were selected at random using the lottery method giving a total sample size of 9. Two sets of questionnaires have been used with one questionnaire distributed to the software development team members and the other distributed to the development teams’ managers. Among the 9 banks, complete data was received from 7 banks with total individual responses of 30. The gathered data was analyzed using descriptive statistics. The analysis of the data shows that there is a low prevalence of application of agile methods at the private banks in Ethiopia with only 2 out of the 7 participating banks (28%) in the process of adopting the Scrum Agile method and with the remaining 5 (72%) still using the traditional waterfall method. There are several challenges that face the banks from adopting the agile method and these are presented in three categories as customer-related, team-related and management-related. Customer-related challenges include inconsistent requirements, lack of timely feedback, resistance to change, and lack of full commitment to the process. Team-related challenges include reluctance to work in a team, lack of experience, handling of helpdesk requests while working in software development and departure of experienced team members. Management-related challenges include setting unreasonably short deadlines, de-prioritization of ongoing projects out of work, not specifying standard software development tools and frameworks, absence of general long-term ICT Development strategic plan specific to the improvement of the software development process. In conclusion, there is a very low level of adoption of the agile methodology in the private banking sector in Ethiopia with only 28% of the banks attempting the move to the Scrum method while the remaining 72% is planning to adopt an agile method in the future and still using the traditional waterfall software development methodology.
Affecting Project Execution Performance in Construction Projects: The Case of Midroc Construction Ethiopia Plc
(Addis Ababa University, 2023-06) Hewan Tesfahunegn; Bahran Asrat (PhD)
The main problem in the execution lifecycle of Midroc construction has been that completion times have taken longer than expected. The major objective of this study is to determine the factors affecting project execution of the project, and specifically analyze the identification life cycle factors, the planning life cycle factors and external factors effect on project execution success. The study used descriptive and explanatory research design and mixed research approach. Questionnaire and interview were used to collect primary and secondary data and inferential statics were employed to analyze the data. The R Square number of 0.863 which in this case means 86.3% of project execution success can be explained by, administrative factor, political factor, economic factor, monitoring & evaluation factor, identification factor, planning factor, technology &resource factors and the remaining 13.7% is explained by other factors or variables outside the model. The study's findings showed that seven out of seven aspects, including political, economic, monitoring and evaluation, identification, planning, technology, and administrative resource considerations, have a substantial impact on the effectiveness of project execution. According to the study, the best way to avoid delays and cost increases is to make pre-planning collaboration the focal point in order to address the necessary manpower, procedure, communication, equipment, and material before construction begins
Agile Project Management in Modern Ethiopia’s Construction Industry -Explore the Case Study of Application of Post-Tensioning
(Addis Ababa University, 2023-06) Yeabtsega Tassew; Bahran Asrat (PhD)
This research paper investigated the adoption and effectiveness of agile project management (APM) in real-world construction projects within Ethiopia's post-tension industry. As a professional working in the post-tension industry, I’m interested in exploring new and effective project management methodologies that improve the industry's performance and competitiveness. The research focused on a pioneering Engineering firm that introduced post-tension technology in Ethiopia. Both qualitative and quantitative research approaches were employed to assess the current level of APM adoption, its impact on project outcomes, and best practices in the industry. The investigation encompassed all projects undertaken by the firm, including public, private, and bridge projects. Questionnaires were completed by 44 (forty-four) Engineering professionals, and interviews were conducted with technical, operations, and construction heads. The findings revealed a moderate level of APM adoption in Ethiopia, with PT subcontractors being the primary adopters, while other parties exhibited limited implementation. The research highlighted the positive impact of agile project management on project outcomes such as cost, schedule, and quality. To optimize APM in post-tension construction, the study proposed strategies including education, infrastructure development, collaboration, and impact measurement. The paper concludes with a summary of key findings, implications, suggestions for future research, and acknowledgment of study limitations
Agile Project Management Practice and Challenges: In the Case of CoreIt Project at Starcom Network Solutions PLC
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-07) Wondwossen Assefa; Solomon Markos (PhD)
This research is a study based on CoreIT project. Its main focus of study is the identification of challenges that arise in agile project management approach. In parallel, the study assesses the agile practice at Starcom. A brief literature review is presented to define the context of agile. It contains agile definition, its concepts, values and known problems. On top of that, an empirical review was conducted to review what research has been done on the subject. Since the study is a descriptive research, it follows a descriptive approach in its questionnaire design and data analysis tools. Data gathering methodology was a classical one: primary data from the project team and secondary data from the developed software and the product log were gathered. A questionnaire consisting of Likert scale was distributed to the project team members (48 out of 53 responded). 34 questions divided in three categories were presented in a 7 option Likert scale. Gathered data was later analyzed using descriptive statistics measurements like data frequency, central tendency, and dispersion. Data analysis suggests there is good agile practice at Starcom, but challenges lie in CoreIT software development, and they have affected the outcome of the project, time wise, cost wise, and scope wise. The recommendations are directed toward a hybrid system of waterfall and agile methodology, as it brings together the strength of each methodology: control and flexibility. Keywords: agile practice, challenges, hybrid, project management
Agile Software Project Management Practices and Success Rates of Monitoring and Evaluation Software Projects in the NGO Sector – the case of PRIME: a scrum software project
(Addis Ababa University, 2018-06-04) Bizuayehu, Girum; Mammo, Seifu (Ato)
Motivation towards the use of agile project management approach is an important step for adopting agile project management, however a spectrum of agile facades from the team’s agile mindset to the business stakeholder’s readiness are all relevant parameters that are needed to be measured for validating the implementation of a successful agile project management. This study selected PRIME project’s Monitoring and Evaluation assisting software project that adopted Scrum – an agile software project management method, as its project management approach. With primary objective of identifying the effectiveness of the adopted management approach, the research analyzed the level of the agile use and the success of the project that can be attributed to the stated method. The study used a primary data source using a structured questionnaire that are adopted from a standard Scrum metrics to measure the level and maturity of scrum implementation in the project. In addition, the success of the project has been analyzed to identify the relevance of the adopted method to the success of the project. Using a purposive sampling technique, the researcher selected respondents who assumed various roles in the software project. The findings indicated a moderate or medium maturity level in the process adoption and there is also an observed link between the level and maturity of the Scrum method used and the project’s success. Being a case study and constrained by the time resource, the research has limitation in strengthening the analysis by using qualitative methods as additional research approach. Future researcher may use this to further widen the research horizon. In addition, other similar organization’s agile use and project success may be added as a comparative study to further strengthen.
An Assessment of Contractors’ Risk Management practices in Building Construction Projects: The case of Addis Ababa City Administration
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-06) Taye Melese; Birhanu Denu (PhD)
By its very nature the construction industry is prone to risky situations that affect projects undertaken. Thus, there should be a risk management system to manage risks and ensure project objectives and thereby maintain success. In the process of running construction projects, often times, and contractors are challenged by .various risks that need to be addressed. This study was conducted with the aim to assess the risk management practices of contractors who are currently operating in Addis Ababa, and they are all engaged in Building Construction projects. It tried to identify the major construction risk factors and examine their level of severity on project objectives. The study also explored the different preventive and remedial methods used as well as the relative use of different risk management practices and the common risk analysis techniques employed by contractors. Two tools, questionnaire and interview, were employed to collect relevant data. The questionnaire was distributed to 39Level one contractors who were legally registered by Addis Ababa City Administration Building construction Permit Authority. For the data collected through questionnaire survey, the SPSS and relative importance Index were used for analysis. The results of the survey showed that the risk that belong to the major risk categories such as Physical, Design, Financial, construction and political were identified as high risk factors, and they affect construction projects significantly. Some of the risks identified from each category were: Poor safety procedures resulting into Accident Occurrence, Awarding the design to unqualified designers, Exchange rate fluctuation, Unrealistic Project Schedule, Lack of qualified & competent professionals and Changes in design. The finding showed that that contractors tend to use Avoiding risks as a method of risk prevention. Increasing the working hours was used as remedial method used by contractors. Also, the study identified that comparing Analysis which is comparing similar projects through similar conditions was the most used technique by contractors to analyze risks. However, the results from the interview discussion revealed that it is uncommon to analyze risks systematically. Risks are usually addressed after they happen, and contractors are often busy with fighting the fire instead of having advance precautions about the potential risk or threats. Based on the findings, the study recommended that risks that were identified as high in terms of their level of severity (such as the ones mentioned above) should be given attention in order to minimize the challenges building construction projects encounter and realize project objectives. For this to happen, there should be a well-established risk management system which considers risk as one of the major crucial components of construction projects. Besides, contractors should undergo proper professional training that targets risk preventative, Remedial and analysis techniques.
An Assessment of Monitoring and Evaluation Practices of Digital Banking Project of Awash Bank Sc.
(Addis Ababa University, 2023-07) Tsion Amenu; Berhanu Denu(PhD)
The purpose of this study is to assess the Monitoring and Evaluation Practices of Digital-Banking projects in the Case of Awash International Bank. It focused on Digital Banking which is banking through the digital platform, doing away with all the paperwork like cheques, pay-in slips, Demand Drafts, etc. where there is the availability of all banking activities online that involves digitizing all traditional banking products, processes, and activities to serve customers through online channels. Thus; in a specific way, this study examined the role of Monitoring and Evaluation Practices of Digital-Banking projects in the case of Awash International Bank which focus on digital banking services such as; Internet/Online Banking, Mobile Banking solution, Agent Banking, and Card banking services through ATM and POS terminals. The study used a descriptive research design, and both qualitative and quantitative methods are applied to the data collection. As a result, both primary and secondary data were gathered from the directors, managers, and officers of the IT department at the head office level as well as various documentation. Questionnaires and interviews were used as data-gathering tools. While descriptive statistics, frequency tables, and percentages are used to analyze the quantitative data, thematic analysis is used to analyze the qualitative data. The analysis reveals that the bank has not set up reliable monitoring and evaluation systems and has a number of challenges when putting monitoring and evaluation into practice. The study's findings are also discussed, along with recommendations. Awash Bank S.C. will therefore need to make changes in the future to organize the IT department, assign a project manager, and restructure its organizational structure in addition to implementing an effective monitoring and assessment system for digital banking projects. Additionally, it is advised that the Bank provide training and include a manual for monitoring and evaluating the procedure. In regard to this, the purpose of this study is to find out how monitoring and evaluation activities contribute to the success of the Digital Banking project, particularly in the context of Awash Bank, where there hasn't been any research on the subject and the bank will gain from this study
An Assessment of Project Management Practice and Performance : In the Case of Construction Projects in Sebeta Town
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-06) Daniel Zewdie; Mengistu Bogale (PhD)
Project management is the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet the project requirements. The escalating resource constraints faced by organizations require the implementation of project management methods that will maximize the proportion of successful projects. Therefore this study is aimed to assess the project management practice and performance in the case of construction projects in Sebeta town from the perspectives of four project life cycles. To achieve its objectives, the study uses a descriptive and explanatory research design and primary data were used. A questionnaire was a mechanism used to collect data from 31 project staffs. The data was analyzed by obtaining the means and standard deviations. As a result, the findings revealed a moderate level of project planning, execution, and closing practice. The correlation analysis was employed mainly to assess if there is significant degree of association between the project management practices and project performance. The result indicates that all project management practices have positive relationship with project performance. Using multiple linear regressions, the explanatory variables were checked whether they are significantly explaining the dependent variable (performance) or not and also to check whether independent variables have positive or negative relationship with the dependent variable(project performance). The result indicates that project closure and initiation have positive and significant relationship with project performance while project planning has significant negative relationship. Project execution has insignificant negative relationship with project performance. From the findings, the study concludes that there is an inefficiency of project management practices followed within construction projects, and these practices could be graded as moderate with respect to best practices. Finally though the project was not completed with the planned budget and schedule, it was good in achieving the expected quality, objective and goal. Based on this the study proposes: Sebeta project office should develop a culture of developing appropriate risk plans and risk response controls, to prevent unexpected risks and failures, it should also develop a strong culture of lessons learned documentation at every project performed by the organization, Short term project management methodologies should be given to project office staffs. Key words: Construction project, Project Management practice, Project performance
An Assessment of Project Planning Practices in Addis Ababa Abattoirs Enterprise
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-06) Ataklty Gebremichael; Adane Atara (PhD)
This research deals with the study of project planning practice taking in to account a case of Addis Ababa abattoirs enterprise. The objectives of the research were to assess Project planning the extent to which project management knowledge areas are practiced during the planning process of projects and identify the level of use of project management tools and techniques during planning stage of projects in the organization under study. The significance of the study is to provide lessons that will help the Addis Ababa Abattoirs enterprise to improve its overall project performance, thereby improving the project planning knowledge within the organization. Many literatures were assessed to strength the importance of project planning knowledge area in projects. A descriptive research design, qualitative and quantitative data, purposive sampling technique applied. Data is collected through distributed questionnaires, interviews and document analysis. Research analysis is done by relating the results with literatures reviews. The finding result of the research indicates that the averages mean value of most of the components of planning knowledge area except human resource and procurement was low. Specifically scope planning, risk planning, communication planning and stockholder planning are not well considered, The study recommends that the project manager, project officers and the process council members should be trained and equipped with the required project management principles, project management knowledge area and the practice of project planning tools and techniques
An Assessment of the Application of Results-Based Monitoring and Evaluation with the Read II project: the case of Sadama Language
(Addis Ababa University, 2023-02) Daniel Okubit; Bahran Asrat (PhD)
The call for projects to yield results and make that result known to appropriate stakeholders and the public has been in the limelight for some time now. With the initiation of the results-based management in the 1990s, and with increased demands levied on projects to give results, equal importance has been put to the need of shifting to results-based M&E. This study came forward on clear understanding and recognition of this call for results. The purpose of the study was to assess the practice of applying the results-based monitoring and evaluation with the Read II project. Read II has been a reading-focused project implemented on the teaching of primary school students in Sidama Language along with many other languages. The study was organized to look into and determine the types of results covered in the project’s regular M&E reports and identify assess which capacity related, technical and leadership related issues affected the application of results-based monitoring and evaluation. On the dictates of purpose, scope and time factors, the study was framed on cross-sectional case-study design with an element of descriptive approach. Through use of questionnaire, interviews and document review, the study was able to reach as many as 295 respondents and the analysis was done using descriptive statistics. Alongside the quantitative data, qualitative information was also inductively analyzed using the thematic analysis approach. In synthesis of outcomes of both analyses, the finding showed that outputs abound their reports, and a range of capacity, technical and leadership related issues affect the application of results-based monitoring and evaluation with the Read II project. The study concludes by affirming that the technical imperative to transition to the results-based M&E is here and recommends a shift to results-focused mindset, looking outside of the box and searching for new data collection methods that can be alternative to EGRA and using beneficiary schools as the hub of activities thereby maximizing engagement of school communities as frontline stakeholders
An Assessment on Causes and Effects of Schedule Delay in ICT Projects: A Case of Financial Institutions in Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-05) Yilikal Eshetu; Mengistu Bogale (PhD)
The particular goals of this study is to discover the factors that leads to time overruns in ICT projects in financial institutions in Ethiopia, find out how time overruns affect ICT projects, and give recommendations for resolving recognized causes of delay. The study investigates the causes and consequences of project delays using a descriptive research approach. A quantitative research technique was employed to obtain quantitative data for the study. According to their relative significance index rankings; delay causes related to project scope management, project risk management, project communications management, project schedule management, project stakeholder management, project procurement management, and project resource management have a large contribution to the project's schedule overrun. The study's results also showed that the identified project delay causes from the standpoint of each delay factor that falls under each knowledge area are identified as significant factor that contributed to delay in ICT projects. From the study, the effects of delay facing ICT projects in financial institutions are schedule delay, underutilization of systems and resources, dispute between parties involved, cost overrun, total abandonment, arbitration and litigation. The findings revealed that, regardless of their level of influence, all of the delay causes identified in the literature review contributed to project delays. Based on the outcomes of this research, it is suggested that Organizations should capacitate their employees, revise their contract awarding mechanism, provide adequately the required resource, enhance decision making, involve all stakeholders sufficiently and implement risk management system. Additionally, monitoring and controlling process groups should have paid sufficient attention during the project time. Keywords: ICT, ICT projects in financial institutions, project delay and effects of delay
An Assessment on Ict Project Implementation in Ethio Telecom: The Case of E-Caf Project
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-06) Eyuel Hassen; Wubeshet Bekalu (PhD)
This research aimed at assessing the impact of electronic customer acquisition form (e-CAF) sys-tem on organization performance at Ethio-telecom and to recommend possible solutions for the gap. As result, the researcher has tested the impact of the systems and other related concepts. The data was collected using questionnaires from a sample population. This research has a descriptive nature which elaborates the existing phenomenon as it exists. The data was collected using ques-tionnaires from a sample population. Consequently, result shows that the implemented e-CAF sys-tem indeed have significance impact on performance of Ethio-telecom in respect with improve quality of customer profile efficiency and documents management. As a result, lack of strong fraud management system the deployed e-CAF system can’t control fraud. In general, e-CAF system are positively impacted the performance of organization. Hence, the researcher has recommended that the company should give emphasis for control of fraud and should re-consider the reporting format so that any users can understand it easily. Key words: e-CAF, ICT, System, Organization performance, Fraud
An Assessment on the Risk Management Practices of Construction Projects: The Case of China Jiangxi Corporation for International Economic and Technical Cooperation
(Addis Ababa University, 2022-06) Bemnet Tirusew; Teklegiorgis Assefa (PhD)
Construction projects are unique and complex involving sophisticated technology and structures that are fraught with risk and uncertainty. Effectively Managing risks will help projects in identifying and estimating the level of risk impact and help for prior preparation to risk impacts and its essential for project success. The aim of this study is to assess the risk management practice of the construction projects in the specific case of China Jiangxi Corporation for International Economic and Technical Cooperation. The company’s risk management practice was measured by two variables; risk management processes and life cycle of risk management. Descriptive research design was applied and data were collected through questionnaire and interview. The total sample size of 46 was chosen and questionnaires were distributed to them. Using SPSS software, the data from the questionnaire was quantitatively analyzed. The information gathered through interviews was qualitatively analyzed. Tables were utilized to present the quantitative data, while qualitative data was used to support and elaborate the quantitative data. From the quantitative and qualitative data it was found that the company doesn't use scientific and proper risk management. Risks emerge at every stage of a project, and they are not effectively managed throughout the project life cycle. The lack of a risk management system has a detrimental influence on finances, schedule, and quality of the project. The researcher recommended that the company create a risk management plan, assess the effectiveness of its project risk management practice, assign risk management ownership, establish a risk department, encourage risk communication, and embed risk management practice in daily project activities using appropriate tools and techniques to overcome the situation. Key words: Risk, Project Risk Management and Chinese Construction Projects
Analysis of Critical Success Factors affecting Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Project Implementation: the case of Commercial Bank of Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa University, 2018-06-08) Getachew, Daniel; Teklemariam, Dereje (PhD)
ERP projects are complex purposes which influence main internal and external operations of companies. The success of the project directly influences the performance of the organization. Recent research has methodically collected plausible data in the field of critical success factors (CSFs) within ERP projects. The overarching objective of the study is to identify and describe the main CSFs and how they can be ranked according to the importance to success of the project. Because of the influence of CSFs to ERP-projects in general, the term “ERP project” is used in the further parts of this paper. Both primary and secondary data were used to meet the objective of the study. A total of 24 project managers and project team members were interviewed with triangulation of data from desktop sources. Data was analyzed descriptively. In terms of result, it is found out twenty critical success factors from literatures for successful implementation of ERP systems and from them the important critical factors are ranked in order of importance. Factors such as project planning and strategy, top management support, project management and leadership, capability of consultants, change management and communication, and overall knowledge transfer are among the factors identified as critical for ERP system implementation in Commercial Bank of Ethiopian. This study will be significant to project managers, especially in organizations that have recently implemented or are in the process of implementing the ERP systems
Analysis Of Critical Success Factors, Challenges And Prospects Of Erp Project Implementation: A Retrospective Study In Business Organizations In Ethiopia
(Addis Ababa University, 2019-09) Atnafu, Getaneh; Bogale, Mengistu(PhD)
Today, most business organizations have begun replacing their systems with ERP initiatives to improve management and administration. As most business organization CBE, Ethio Telecom Ethiopian Airlines and Heineken Ethiopia also planned a reengineering project that are designed to introduce world class business processes including the implementation of “Enterprise Resource Planning” system. This study focused on the investigation of success factors, challenges and future prospects of ERP systems in business organizations in Ethiopia. The research design was descriptive method and a five point Likert scale questionnaire are used for data collection and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Based on the results top management support, project team competency, user training, interdepartmental communication, and consultant support are CSF of ERP implementation. Also challenges of implementing ERP investigated are Lack of skills for implementing and using ERP, Insufficient training to users, Integration of different types of data was a big problem, Incompatibility with work, High system cost, Long customization period, High user resistance, System led to major organizational changes and ERP system too complex were the challenges faced by the firms. Furthermore based on the result various modules of ERP such as customer relationship management system, human resource management, procurement management, plant maintenance scheduling, manufacturing management, budget planning and projections and financial management components are functional and feature prospects are Eliminate/Reduce redundant tasks, Easier access to reliable data and information, Standardization of global business operations, Pressure to keep with competitors, improved internal communication, Overall reduction of operational costs and improved supply chain management
Analysis of Health and Safety Practices in Construction Projects: The Case of Building Projects in Addis Ababa
(Addis Ababa University, 2023-05) Merid Girma; Mengistu Bogale (PhD)
This study aimed to provide insights into health and safety practices in the construction industry in Addis Ababa. To achieve this a descriptive research design was adopted and a mixed-methods approach, including surveys, interviews, and observations, was used to identify challenges, evaluate worker perceptions, and propose effective strategies for improving health and safety practices in construction projects. The study focused on 25 building projects in a specific area and involved data collection from 16 different companies, including clients, contractors, and consultants. The study included various types of buildings such as public park reception buildings, apartments, shopping malls, residential villas, and school buildings. A total of 100 professionals were identified as potential respondents for the study, representing the target population. A sample size of 80 professionals was determined using the Taro Yamane Method. The data analysis was conducted using SPSS software and qualitative techniques. The study found that lack of worker awareness and cost considerations are major challenges faced by construction companies in implementing health and safety practices. The study also revealed that appropriate PPE is mostly available on site, and first aid kits and emergency response plans are relatively available on the projects under study. When it comes to effective strategies for improving health and safety practices in building construction projects, participants exhibited a positive attitude towards the implementation of strict safety protocols and procedures as the most effective measure. Providing appropriate PPE was seen as the second most effective measure, followed by enforcing strict regulations and guidelines as the third most effective measure. Finally, providing regular training and education to workers was perceived as the fourth most effective measure. Based on the findings of the study, the researcher recommended that construction companies prioritize the health and safety of their workers which can be achieved through investment in proper training, equipment, and consistent enforcement of safety regulations. Further research is required with a focus on the impact of training programs, proper equipment provision, and consistent enforcement of safety regulations

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