Method for increasing the digital maturity of the project management system in the company
https://doi.org/10.35854/1998-1627-2025-4-487-494
Abstract
Aim. The work aimed to create a comprehensive method aimed at assessing and increasing the current level of digital maturity of the management system in the company.
Objectives. The work seeks to develop a method and recommendations for increasing the digital maturity of the management system as part of project technologies, organizational processes and personnel training programs, as well as analyze the company’s activities in the context of using project management methods and principles.
Methods. The author applied a systems approach, comparative analysis, deductive and inductive approaches, as well as methods for assessing the company maturity level, indicating its readiness and ability to use project management principles to achieve goals.
Results. In order to draw reliable conclusions and develop an effective project management strategy for a company, a comprehensive methodology is proposed, which includes criteria for determining the level of digital maturity, including project technologies, organizational processes, personnel training programs, and the integration of project thinking into the company’s daily activities. This method has been repeatedly used during expedited audit of project activities of various companies.
Conclusions. The recommendations developed and implemented using the proposed method ensure a comprehensive improvement of the company’s project management system in technical, organizational and qualification aspects. This improves the quality of successfully implemented projects, increases their number, and creates the grounds for sustainable growth and strengthening the company’s competitive advantages in the market.
About the Author
E. V. Trofimova
Saint Petersburg State University of Economics
Russian Federation
Competing Interests:
Russian Federation
Elena V. Trofimova, PhD in Economics, Associate Professor, Associate Professor at the Department of Computer Science
21 Sadovaya st., St. Petersburg 191023
Competing Interests:
the author declares no conflict of interest related to the publication of this article
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Trofimova E.V. Method for increasing the digital maturity of the project management system in the company. Economics and Management. 2025;31(4):487-494. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.35854/1998-1627-2025-4-487-494
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