SIG IT Project Management: Driving Innovation and Excellence in IT Project Leadership
Thursday, October 17, 2024
(1 Comments)
 SIG IT Project Management: Leading the Future of IT Project Success
The Special Interest Group for IT Project Management (SIG ITProjMgmt) plays a crucial role in promoting the value and importance of IT project management across research, education, and practice. As a thriving community of researchers, practitioners, and students, SIGITProjMgmt actively supports the development of innovative project management strategies through workshops, conference tracks, and impactful research publications. The group's mission is to elevate the role of project management within IT, offering a rewarding experience for those invested in this field. Founded in 2006 by Dr. Deepak Khazanchi with over 40 members, SIGITProjMgmt has grown steadily in membership and influence. Today, it sponsors major tracks at AIS conferences such as AMCIS, PACIS, and ECIS, while also hosting the annual International Research Workshop on Information Technology Project Management (IRWITPM). The 19th edition of this highly anticipated workshop will be held as a pre-conference event in conjunction with ICIS 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. 2024 - ICIS Workshop SIG IT ProjMgmt will continue its tradition of offering a platform for leading researchers and practitioners to address critical issues in IT project management, from agile methodologies and virtual project leadership to distributed management and project success metrics. Featuring panels and presentations, the workshop emphasizes collaboration, feedback, and the exploration of best practices. With its focus on real-world challenges and cross-disciplinary perspectives, this event has become a cornerstone for advancing IT project management research. | Key Goals and Activities - Enhance the visibility of IT project management research
- Foster collaboration among scholars and practitioners through international conferences
- Promote the publication of high-quality research in project management through workshops and journals
- Support members in developing cutting-edge methodologies and solutions
|
In 2023, SIGITProjMgmt was recognized as an AIS Outstanding SIG for its excellence in operations, member engagement, and contributions to professional development. Under the leadership of its dedicated officers, including current president Gaurav Shekhar of The University of Texas at Dallas, the SIG continues to create meaningful opportunities for its members, helping them navigate the complexities of IT project management in an ever-evolving digital landscape. To learn more about the SIG and its upcoming workshop, please visit SIG ITProjMgmt online
|
Email to a Friend