To reduce the uncertainty and reworks in complex projects,a novel mechanism is systematically developed in this paper based on two classical design structure matrix(DSM)clustering methods:Loop searching method(LSM)and...To reduce the uncertainty and reworks in complex projects,a novel mechanism is systematically developed in this paper based on two classical design structure matrix(DSM)clustering methods:Loop searching method(LSM)and function searching method(FSM).Specifically,the optimal working areas for the two clustering methods are first obtained quantitatively in terms of non-zero fraction(NZF)and singular value modularity index(SMI),in which the whole working area is divided into six sub-zones.Then,a judgement procedure is proposed for conveniently choosing the optimal DSM clustering method,which makes it easy to determine which DSM clustering method performs better for a given case.Subsequently,a conceptual model is constructed to assist project managers in effectively analyzing the network of projects and greatly reducing reworks in complex projects by defining preventive actions.Finally,the aircraft design process is presented to show how the proposed judgement mechanism can be utilized to reduce the reworks in actual projects.展开更多
A project is a specific effort to create a unique product,so it is a favorable place for knowledge creation and development.Knowledge can be transferred inside and outside projects and their parent project-based organ...A project is a specific effort to create a unique product,so it is a favorable place for knowledge creation and development.Knowledge can be transferred inside and outside projects and their parent project-based organizations,thus affecting project performance and organizational competitiveness.However,the current research on the elements and outcomes of knowledge transfer(KT)in the project environment lacks completeness and clarity,and that on the different levels of KT is fragmented.This study aims to conduct comprehensive research to determine and link the elements and outcomes of KT in the project environment.The authors systematically analyzed the relevant literature from 2000 to 2021,which showed an increasing publication trend.They divided KT in the project environment into three levels according to the transfer scenario:Intra-project,cross-project,and cross-organizational KT.Five-dimensional transfer elements and two-dimensional transfer outcomes were then identified and analyzed from previous literature.Lastly,the relationships between the transfer elements and outcomes were gathered to create a comprehensive model.Importantly,the knowledge gap in the current literature was highlighted,and future research directions were put forward.This study builds a theoretical framework linking transfer elements to outcomes that can serve as a basis for scholars and practitioners to develop effective strategies for KT in the project environment.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 71471087, 71071076, 61673209)the Funding for Outstanding Doctoral Dissertation in Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (No. BCXJ17-11)the Research and Innovation Program for Graduate Education of Jiangsu Province (No. KYZZ160145)
文摘To reduce the uncertainty and reworks in complex projects,a novel mechanism is systematically developed in this paper based on two classical design structure matrix(DSM)clustering methods:Loop searching method(LSM)and function searching method(FSM).Specifically,the optimal working areas for the two clustering methods are first obtained quantitatively in terms of non-zero fraction(NZF)and singular value modularity index(SMI),in which the whole working area is divided into six sub-zones.Then,a judgement procedure is proposed for conveniently choosing the optimal DSM clustering method,which makes it easy to determine which DSM clustering method performs better for a given case.Subsequently,a conceptual model is constructed to assist project managers in effectively analyzing the network of projects and greatly reducing reworks in complex projects by defining preventive actions.Finally,the aircraft design process is presented to show how the proposed judgement mechanism can be utilized to reduce the reworks in actual projects.
基金The study is funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.72171048,72101053,and 71771052)the Humanities and Social Science Project of Ministry of Education of China(Grant No.21YJCZH008).
文摘A project is a specific effort to create a unique product,so it is a favorable place for knowledge creation and development.Knowledge can be transferred inside and outside projects and their parent project-based organizations,thus affecting project performance and organizational competitiveness.However,the current research on the elements and outcomes of knowledge transfer(KT)in the project environment lacks completeness and clarity,and that on the different levels of KT is fragmented.This study aims to conduct comprehensive research to determine and link the elements and outcomes of KT in the project environment.The authors systematically analyzed the relevant literature from 2000 to 2021,which showed an increasing publication trend.They divided KT in the project environment into three levels according to the transfer scenario:Intra-project,cross-project,and cross-organizational KT.Five-dimensional transfer elements and two-dimensional transfer outcomes were then identified and analyzed from previous literature.Lastly,the relationships between the transfer elements and outcomes were gathered to create a comprehensive model.Importantly,the knowledge gap in the current literature was highlighted,and future research directions were put forward.This study builds a theoretical framework linking transfer elements to outcomes that can serve as a basis for scholars and practitioners to develop effective strategies for KT in the project environment.
