The Role of AI in Modern Project Management (Hardcover)

AI is transforming how projects are conceived, planned, governed, executed, and evaluated. After decades of incremental tool support, project management is now crossing a threshold where intelligent systems can anticipate risks before they emerge, optimize schedules and resource plans in minutes, synthesize large volumes of documentation, and support teams in real time. Technologies including large language models (LLMs), predictive analytics, optimization algorithms, and intelligent agents are becoming embedded in everyday project workflows, from stakeholder engagement to procurement and change control. This shift is redefining the discipline, moving it from primarily retrospective reporting toward proactive, data-driven decision intelligence. The Role of AI in Modern Project Management positions AI not as a replacement for project professionals, but as an augmentation of judgment, creativity, and collaboration. In increasingly complex and dynamic environments, AI enhances the precision, pace, and inclusivity of project work through improved forecasting, faster processes, and clearer communication. Covering topics such as project initiation and planning, early-stage project evaluation, and predictive intelligence, this book is an emerging academic resource for graduate and doctoral students, project professionals, executives, consultants, educators, policy makers, and more.

Salim Al Daraai stands out as an inspiring figure in the academic and research communities, particularly in the fields of Business and Accounting. Currently a lecturer at Muscat College in the Sultanate of Oman, Salim has dedicated himself to fostering the next generation of leaders and innovators. Salim has pursued excellence in education and research throughout his career. His academic journey led him to earn a Master's degree in Management from the University of Liverpool in 2017, where his dissertation focused on delegation's influence on the success of SMEs in Oman. He is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Plymouth, United Kingdom. Salim's professional journey is marked by significant contributions to the oil and gas industry, where he worked in various capacities, including as a Petroleum Engineer Assistant Workshop Manager, & Engineers Leader at Ray International Oil & Gas. His transition from the industry to academia in 2021 as a lecturer at Muscat College showcases his passion for teaching and mentoring students. Salim's research interests lie in human resources and innovation. He actively involves students and the community in his research, aiming to make a tangible impact through his work. His publications and conference presentations reflect a deep commitment to advancing knowledge in his field, with topics ranging from the automation revolution in recruitment to the synergies between innovation and internationalization in family firms. Beyond his academic and research pursuits, Salim is actively involved in service roles within Muscat College, contributing to exam and training committees and taking leadership roles in student learning platforms. His dedication to student engagement and practical learning experiences form the core of his teaching philosophy.