AI’s Growing Impact on Project Management
At the recent Global Project Management Forum in Riyadh, industry experts gathered to discuss how artificial intelligence is influencing project management practices. Ali Al-Khabouri, co-founder of Matrix Oman, emphasized AI’s role in enhancing decision-making by enabling project managers to anticipate potential situations using existing data and historical patterns.
“AI will help project managers predict situations based on the information available and past trends,” Al-Khabouri said. He stressed the importance of having a clear strategy for AI adoption, warning that organizations should assess whether AI adds real value or is simply a reaction to market trends.
Bridging the Project Management Talent Gap
Marko Golob, head of IT PMO at SIJ d.d., highlighted a significant challenge facing the industry: a shortage of 30 million project managers over the next decade. This gap stresses the need for better education and training in project management to ensure organizations can meet future demands.
AI Tools and Decision-Making Evolution
Al-Khabouri pointed out that AI tools will continue to evolve, providing project leaders with the precise information necessary for confident decision-making. While the core of decision-making remains unchanged, the supporting processes and organizational mindset must adapt to new technologies.
Balancing AI and Human Judgment
Imad Al-Sadeq, transformation delivery partner at EY MENA, raised concerns about over-reliance on AI in project management. He warned that some professionals might put too much trust in AI, undervaluing human insight. Maintaining the human element is crucial to ensure decisions benefit from experience and contextual understanding rather than just past data and standard practices.
- AI enhances prediction and risk assessment in projects.
- Adoption of AI should be strategic, not reactive.
- There is a large upcoming shortage of qualified project managers.
- Human judgment remains essential alongside AI tools.
For executives and managers looking to deepen their AI knowledge and apply it effectively in project management, exploring specialized courses can be valuable. Resources such as Complete AI Training’s project management courses offer practical guidance on integrating AI tools while preserving leadership skills and strategic thinking.
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