Business & IT · Vol. XIV(2) · 2024
Project Management Turnover: Causes, Timing, and Impacts on Performance
Abstract
Project management turnover, the departure of key project managers, is a pervasive issue with significant implications for project performance and organizational success. This research explores the multifaceted dimensions of project management turnover, focusing on its causes, timing, and impacts. A comprehensive review of literature reveals critical drivers, including organizational factors, project characteristics, and individual motivations, while emphasizing the pivotal role of turnover timing in project success. The study finds that both early and late turnover events disrupt knowledge continuity, delay deliverables, and compromise quality. Recommendations include proactive succession planning, robust knowledge transfer mechanisms, and fostering a supportive organizational culture to mitigate the adverse effects of turnover. By addressing these challenges, organizations can ensure smoother leadership transitions, sustain team morale, and enhance project outcomes.
Keywords
Project management turnover, project performance, succession planning, knowledge transfer, organizational culture, lifecycle management
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Mohammed Quazie Altamimi (2024). Project Management Turnover: Causes, Timing, and Impacts on Performance. Business & IT, Vol. XIV(2), pp. 23–32. https://doi.org/10.14311/bit.2024.02.03