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What we have here is a failure to communicate

R L Simpson

    Nursing Management
    |October 1, 1996
    PubMed
    Summary

    Large-scale information system (IS) projects face challenges beyond technical issues. Effective team communication is crucial for successful IS project implementation and avoiding project failure.

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    Area of Science:

    • Information Systems
    • Project Management
    • Organizational Communication

    Background:

    • Large-scale information system (IS) projects are prone to significant challenges.
    • Technical and logistical complexities often impede project progress.
    • Inadequate communication styles represent a critical threat to project success.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the critical role of communication in IS project management.
    • To identify communication as a primary risk factor in large-scale IS implementations.
    • To emphasize the need for communication strategies tailored to project team needs.

    Main Methods:

    • Qualitative analysis of project management challenges.
    • Case study review of large-scale IS implementations.
    • Literature review on organizational communication and project success.

    Main Results:

    • Technical and logistical details are secondary to communication failures.
    • Communication breakdowns significantly increase the risk of project delays and failure.
    • Project teams require specific communication approaches to meet their needs.

    Conclusions:

    • Prioritizing effective communication is essential for successful IS project delivery.
    • Addressing communication styles proactively can mitigate major project risks.
    • Future IS project management frameworks should integrate robust communication strategies.

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