Nguyen, H D; Nguyen, T A; Doan, V V and Dang, C N (2025) Assessing critical barriers and success factors of PPP projects in emerging economies: A case of Vietnam. Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology, 23(3), pp. 792-811. ISSN 1726-0531
Abstract
Purpose: Public–private partnership (PPP) projects play a pivotal role in fostering infrastructure development in developing countries. This study aims to identify major barriers and critical success factors (CSFs) for PPP projects in Vietnam. Design/methodology/approach: The study initially conducted an extensive literature review and interviewed industry experts to compile a comprehensive list of barriers and success factors. Subsequently, a survey involving 250 construction professionals was conducted to assess these identified factors. The research used both ANOVA test and hierarchical regression analysis to explore the relationship between participants' characteristics and assessments. Findings: The results could provide a valuable reference for practitioners by assessing barriers and CSFs in PPP projects. Specifically, the ANOVA analysis indicated a positive correlation between barrier assessment and participants' experience, while the influence of participants' sector on the evaluation was minor. Furthermore, the hierarchical regression analysis demonstrated that participants' sector did not moderate the relationship between barrier assessment and industry experience. Originality/value: This research contributes to the existing literature by offering empirical insights into barriers and CSFs specific to PPP projects in a developing country context. The findings highlight the crucial role of experienced professionals in ensuring PPP project success. Moreover, the study provides construction practitioners with a better understanding of the essential factors and supports the development of effective management strategies for future PPP projects.
| Item Type: | Article |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | barriers; critical success factors; experience; personal characteristics; public-private partnership; questionnaire survey |
| Index terms: | regression analysis, construction professional, emerging economy, partnership, project success, management strategy, critical success factor, questionnaire, developing country context, practitioner, methodology, construction practitioner, success factor, infrastructure development, survey, literature review, developing country, Vietnam |
| Subjects: | data collection methods, control systems, health monitoring assessment and metrics, data analysis and analytics, management, socioeconomic context, project management theory and practice, professional development, partnership management, statistical analysis, practitioner, research methods, economic development, infrastructure engineering, development economics, Geography |
| Topics: | Roles and Professions, Stakeholder Management, Governance, Business Strategy, Research Practice, Information Management, International Construction, Health and Safety, Project Management, Geographical Context, Engineering Principles |
| Descriptive scope: | 5 PCTEA |
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