Title: Dealing with Uncertainties in Rural Restructuring Projects: A comparison between theory and practice
Abstract: Managing uncertainties in practice differs from the suggested uncertainty management approach in the (scientific) literature. Uncertainty managers are not aware of the many tools and techniques that are available to manage uncertainties in their projects. They deal with uncertainties in a rather implicit way with varying success. Furthermore it appeared that there is a strong emphasis on (financial) risks rather than opportunities in practice and (to a less extent) in literature. This research identified some major problematic discrepancies between uncertainty management in practice and theory. These discrepancies are interrelated and lie at the root of a fundamental deadlock between project, politics and management. Breaking through this deadlock can only be achieved step by step with the support of practice as well as science. Close cooperation between practice and the academic world is recommended, but further research will have to show how a culture shift can take place on a wider scale.
Publication Year: 2011
Publication Date: 2011-09-29
Language: en
Type: article
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