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A Van Der Merwe - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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project management and business development integrating strategy structure processes and projects
International Journal of Project Management, 2002Co-Authors: A Van Der MerweAbstract:Abstract The classical school of business development supposed that rationality in structure and process where attained by a Theory that defined “one best way” of doing things. The Theory was based on four pillars: division of labour, scalar and functional processes, structure, and span of control. Modern business development places more emphasis on strategy that aims to delight customers, processes that lead to the ultimate of efficiency and infinitely flat Organisational structures to manage by projects. Organisational Theory is rich in the research of strategic management with specific interest in analysis, objective setting and the effect of Organisational structure. But strategies do not fail when they are being analysed or when the objectives are being set. They fail during implementation and, more particularly, due to the lack of proper project management. Equally, there are many publications on business processes, without any regard to the natural scientific explanation of process Theory. Even though business process re-engineering is discussed in project management circles it remains a mystery as to how this interrelates with Organisational Theory. Abundant literature is available on the effect that the implementation of strategy has on Organisational structure, but void on the interrelation of business processes and the role of project management in relation to strategy and structure. Particularly, on the integration and effect that strategy, structure, processes and projects have on one another. Of note is the fact that project management literature concentrates exclusively on the PROJECT and there is little research done on MANAGEMENT as it applies to the general management of an organisation. This research analysed MANAGEMENT and PROJECT MANAGEMENT in an attempt to find the application and integration of strategy, structure, processes and projects in order to facilitate the development of a business.
Denis Thuillier - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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a new framework for understanding Organisational project management through the pmo
International Journal of Project Management, 2007Co-Authors: Monique Aubry, Brian Hobbs, Denis ThuillierAbstract:Abstract This paper presents a theoretical contribution to the study of Organisational project management and of the project management office (PMO). The PMO should no longer be considered an isolated island within an organisation. It is our premise that the PMO is part of a network of complex relations that links strategy, projects and structures and thus is a point of entry into the organisation to study the foundations of Organisational project management. We argue that the study of such complex relationships within an organisation should turn away from the traditional positivist approach to a new conceptual framework. The proposed theoretical framework draws from three complementary fields – innovation, sociology and Organisational Theory – to form an innovative understanding of the PMO and Organisational project management.
Katri Kauppi - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Using Organisational theories to further our understanding of socially sustainable supply chains: The case of fair trade
Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, 2014Co-Authors: Claire Moxham, Katri KauppiAbstract:Purpose – This paper aims to use Organisational theories to frame research questions examining how to embed social sustainability in supply chain management (SCM) by focusing on fair trade. Design/methodology/approach – Drawing on previous Organisational Theory review papers in SCM, institutional Theory and the extended resource-based view have been used as theoretical lenses to develop research questions for further studies. Findings – The authors developed seven research questions that enable and encourage the further examination of the factors impacting fair trade supply chains, as well as identify approaches to improve social sustainability in SCM practice. Social implications – As the aim of fair trade is to rebalance inequities inherent in North–South trading relationships, further work in this area has the potential for positive economic, environmental and social impact. Originality/value – The paper discusses two key themes: whether fair trade is changing SCM practices, and whether fair trade is a...
Monique Aubry - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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a new framework for understanding Organisational project management through the pmo
International Journal of Project Management, 2007Co-Authors: Monique Aubry, Brian Hobbs, Denis ThuillierAbstract:Abstract This paper presents a theoretical contribution to the study of Organisational project management and of the project management office (PMO). The PMO should no longer be considered an isolated island within an organisation. It is our premise that the PMO is part of a network of complex relations that links strategy, projects and structures and thus is a point of entry into the organisation to study the foundations of Organisational project management. We argue that the study of such complex relationships within an organisation should turn away from the traditional positivist approach to a new conceptual framework. The proposed theoretical framework draws from three complementary fields – innovation, sociology and Organisational Theory – to form an innovative understanding of the PMO and Organisational project management.
Claire Moxham - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Using Organisational theories to further our understanding of socially sustainable supply chains: The case of fair trade
Supply Chain Management: An International Journal, 2014Co-Authors: Claire Moxham, Katri KauppiAbstract:Purpose – This paper aims to use Organisational theories to frame research questions examining how to embed social sustainability in supply chain management (SCM) by focusing on fair trade. Design/methodology/approach – Drawing on previous Organisational Theory review papers in SCM, institutional Theory and the extended resource-based view have been used as theoretical lenses to develop research questions for further studies. Findings – The authors developed seven research questions that enable and encourage the further examination of the factors impacting fair trade supply chains, as well as identify approaches to improve social sustainability in SCM practice. Social implications – As the aim of fair trade is to rebalance inequities inherent in North–South trading relationships, further work in this area has the potential for positive economic, environmental and social impact. Originality/value – The paper discusses two key themes: whether fair trade is changing SCM practices, and whether fair trade is a...