Resource allocation and successful implementation of Telecom Projects in Kenya

Abstract: This research looked at the influence of resource allocation on the successful implementation of Telecom projects in Kenya. Many telecom operators worldwide are faced with the difficulty of determining the most effective way to carry out these projects as they upgrade their network technology in an effort to boost capacity and improve performance. Around the world, a lot of projects consistently fail, costing organizations millions of dollars. This study was conducted in an effort to pinpoint the influence of resource allocation on its implementation. The theory of constraint and resource-based view theory guided this study. 36 respondents encompassing project managers, CEOs, and contractors within the Telecommunication industry in Kenya took part in this study. The research utilized both closed-ended and open-ended questionnaires, comprising two sections. SPSS was used to conduct a descriptive analysis of the four independent variables. The independent variables had a positive correlation with the implementation of Telecom projects. The study revealed resource allocation requires improvements. According to the study's findings, effectively allocating resources helps the project manager recognize issues, prevent overspending, and adjust to change by ensuring that the project has the required personnel, tools, funding, etc. as efficiently as feasible. According to the report, project managers need to make sure that the proper amount of team members are present at all times and understand that they must prevent both overstaffing and understaffing. Keywords: Implementation of telecom projects, Project managers, Resource allocation, Resource based theory, Theory of constraints. Title: Resource allocation and successful implementation of Telecom Projects in Kenya Author: Ayuga Naomi Muraya, Dr. Anthony Ndung’u, Kepha Ochora Ochoi International Journal of Recent Research in Social Sciences and Humanities (IJRRSSH) ISSN 2349-7831 Vol. 11, Issue 4, October 2024 - December 2024 Page No: 79-89 Paper Publications Website: www.paperpublications.org Published Date: 18-October-2024 DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13951044 Paper Download Link (Source) https://www.paperpublications.org/upload/book/Resource%20allocation%20and%20successful-18102024-2.pdf