Bai, L; Shi, H; Kang, S and Zhang, B (2023) Project portfolio risk analysis with the consideration of project interdependencies. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 30(2), pp. 647-670. ISSN 0969-9988
Abstract
Purpose: Comprehensive project portfolio risk (PPR) analysis is essential for the success and sustainable development of project portfolios (PPs). However, project interdependency creates complexity for PPR analysis. In this study, considering the interdependency effect among projects, the authors develop a quantitative evaluation model to analyze PPR based on a fuzzy Bayesian network. Design/methodology/approach: In this paper, the primary purpose is to comprehensively evaluate project portfolio risk considering the interdependency effect using a systematical model. Accordingly, a fuzzy Bayesian network (FBN) is developed based on the existing studies. Specifically, first, the risks in project portfolios are identified from the project interdependencies perspective. Second, a fuzzy Bayesian network is adopted to model and quantify the interaction relationships among risks. Finally, the model is implemented to analyze the occurrence situation and characteristics of risks. Findings: The interdependency effect can lead to high-stake risks, including weak financial liquidity, a lack of cross-project members and project priority imbalance. Furthermore, project schedule risks and inconsistency between product supply and market demand are relatively sensitive and should also be prioritized. Also, the validity of this risk evaluation model has been proved. Originality/value: The findings identify the most sensitive risks for guaranteeing portfolio implementation and reveal interdependency effect can trigger some specific risks more often. This study proposes for the first time to measure and analyze project portfolio risk by a systematical model. It can help systematically assess and manage the complicated and interdependent risks associated with project portfolios.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | fuzzy Bayesian network; project interdependency; project portfolio risk; risk interaction |
| Index terms: | interaction, implementation, bayesian network, validity, liquidity, complexity, risk analysis, methodology, sustainable development |
| Subjects: | contractual arrangements, economic analysis, evaluation and assessment methods, environmental hazards, behavioral psychology, systems engineering, probabilistic model, health safety and environment, research methods |
| Topics: | Digital Applications, Sustainability, Procurement, Engineering Principles, Research Practice, Health and Safety, Business Strategy |
| Descriptive scope: | 4 PCTA |
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