Assessing the Practice of Post-Project Review: A Case Study of Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP)
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2024-08
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Addis Ababa University
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Ethiopian Electric Power has conducted projects that include post-implementation assessments. Much study has been undertaken on EEP to identify the issues that influenced the projects, including the basic project restrictions of time scope and money overruns. As a result, this study investigated the role and practice of post-project reviews (PPRs) in Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) projects, with an emphasis on whether EEP follows PPR standards and incorporates results into future projects. The study performed a mixed-methods approach, using a thorough analysis by sending questionnaires to EEP department employees and interviewing project managers from various EEP projects. The study surveyed 68 EEP staff members and interviewed 6 project managers. A detailed study was undertaken utilizing the Relative Importance Index (RII) for questionnaires, and Creswell’s qualitative data analysis approach were used. Following a thorough analysis, major findings revealed strengths in EEP's PPR practices, such as strong leadership support, an emphasis on data quality, and a culture of knowledge sharing, as well as identified gaps in the application of PPR findings, process standardization, and proactive risk management practices. Recommendations included standardizing PPR processes and documentation, enhancing stakeholder engagement, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, strengthening proactive risk management practices, and establishing clear action plans for PPR findings. This research contributes to the project management discipline by addressing gaps in understanding and execution of PPRs, ultimately facilitating sustainable project benefits and success. Keywords: Post Project Review, post-implementation assessments