Entrepreneurship in project management systems: proposal of a model and preliminary empirical evidence

Ana Claudia Belfort, Cristina Dai Prá Martens, Henrique Mello Rodrigues de Freitas

Abstract


This study analyzes the manifestation of the dimensions of Entrepreneurial Orientation (EO) and Project Management Systems (PMS). We used a qualitative approach to conduct exploratory research through a study in literature and a pilot case in a software company. Data was collected from semi structured interviews, documents, and records on file, then triangulated and treated with content analysis. The model proposed for the relationship between the types of PMS (ad hoc, Classic PM, innovation, entrepreneurship/intrapreneurship) and the dimensions of EO (innovativeness, risk-taking, proactiveness, competitive aggressiveness, and autonomy), was partially corroborated by empirical studies. New studies are suggested to validate the applicability and setup of the model.

Keywords


Project Management Systems; Strategic PMS Model; Entrepreneurial Orientation.

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