| Abstract [eng] |
Self-organising practices in project management (Author - Povilas Reinotas, Supervisor - associate prof. Eglė Daunienė) The master thesis focuses on self-organization within IT product development project teams, through the theoretical foundations of self-organization and its practical application, with the aim to bridge the gap between theory and real-world implementation of these practices. The research uses an extensive literature review and qualitative research methods, including a case study conducted through semi-structured interviews with IT product management professionals, as well as thematic analysis to delve into the practical implementations of self-organizing practices. The empirical research on self-organization in IT project management establishes that self-organizing environments in IT projects can highly improve the adaptability and responsiveness of such teams which is crucial within this fast paced industry. Furthermore, effective communication, transparent information flow and strong interpersonal relationships are essential for the effectiveness of self-organizing teams, and the establishment of a shared vision and alignment on project goals, foster such critical aspects as autonomous decision-making. To structure these processes within these teams, the leadership is most effective when it blends aspects of adaptive, administrative and enabling styles, providing a balance between guidance and autonomy. Finally, it was established that along with the challenges of introducing Agile methodologies, and through the offering of flexibility and structured autonomy, play a significant role in providing a solid background of further development of self-organizing practices within project teams. These findings, as well as the derived concrete practices of self-organization, contribute to a deeper understanding of the dynamics of self-organization in IT product development project teams, highlighting its potential to enhance the success of IT projects, while also underscoring the necessity of customized implementation in various team environments. The thesis contributes to both academic and practical understanding of implementing self-organization in IT project management and suggests that self-organizing practices vary across different team environments, indicating the need for further empirical research in diverse contexts and industries. |
