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Why Systems Development Projects Fail

Journal of Information Systems ManagementPublished 1 January 1984
Stephen P. Keider
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TL;DR

The management and mismanagement of projects are discussed, pointing out signs of impending project failure and measures the project manager can take to minimize the risks of failure.

Abstract

Most systems projects fail because such basic management principles as planning and control are violated. This article discusses the management and mismanagement of projects, pointing out signs of impending project failure. Measures the project manager can take to minimize the risks of failure are also included.

Keywords

Computer ScienceEngineering