Evaluation of the impact of supply chain management on construction project success in Uganda.

Abstract

Supply chain management (SCM) was investigated as a critical aspect of construction project success in this research paper. Supply Chain Management involves the coordination of materials, resources, and information flow within and between organizations. The purpose of this dissertation was to investigate the impact of SCM on construction project success and identify key factors that contribute to its effectiveness. A literature review was conducted to examine the state of research on SCM in the construction industry and identify key themes and gaps in knowledge. A qualitative research design was used to collect data from construction professionals through interviews and focus groups. The data collected was analyzed using thematic analysis to identify patterns and trends in the data. The research went ahead to examine the performance of different supply chain management techniques being used in the field currently and their performance thereof. The study's results provided insights into the factors that contribute to effective SCM in construction projects and the ways in which it impacts project success. The findings had practical implications for construction professionals, as they could use this information to improve SCM practices and increase project success. Additionally, this research contributes to the academic literature on SCM in the construction industry and provides a foundation for future research in this area.