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Introduction to Project Management Information Systems (PMIS): Empowering Modern Project Management Through Technology

Introduction to Project Management Information Systems (PMIS): Empowering Modern Project Management Through Technology
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Author(s): Sherif Mohamed A. Ismail (American University in Cairo, Egypt)and Ghada Esmat (Alexandria University, Egypt)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 48
Source title: Project Management Information Systems: Empowering Decision Making and Execution
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Sherif Mohamed A. Ismail (Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Saudi Arabia)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-0700-8.ch001

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Abstract

This chapter explores the transformative role of Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) in modern project management. It discusses how PMIS integrates various tools, processes, and resources to enable efficient project planning, execution, and monitoring across industries. The chapter highlights key functionalities of PMIS, including centralized data management, real-time reporting, resource optimization, and risk management, demonstrating their contribution to improved decision-making, collaboration, and strategic alignment. Emphasis is placed on the types of PMIS, such as standalone, integrated, and cloud-based solutions, alongside the emerging impact of technologies like Artificial Intelligence and the Internet of Things. By addressing the complexities of today's volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) project environments, this chapter underscores the importance of selecting and implementing PMIS effectively to achieve organizational goals and drive sustainable success.

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