The impact of size and volatility on IT project performance

ABSTRACT

Studying the factors influencing project risk.

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  K. Computing Milieux
  K.6 MANAGEMENT OF COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS
      K.6.1 Project and People Management

Additional Classification:
  D. Software
  D.2 SOFTWARE ENGINEERING
      D.2.8 Metrics
  D.4 OPERATING SYSTEMS
      D.4.8 Performance