The impact of value diversity on information system development projects
Journal
International Journal of Project Management
Journal Volume
30
Journal Issue
6
Pages
731-739
Date Issued
2012
Author(s)
Abstract
Diversity of personal values among participants in an information system project is typically considered to create harmful team conflict, as do other forms of personal diversity. However, recent research establishes that information and knowledge diversity among project team members contribute to project success, leading one to question accepted thought regarding diversity of values. We model the impact of value diversity on project performance through theoretical layers of diversity, conflict, and teamwork quality. An empirical test supports hypotheses that value diversity adds to both beneficial and detrimental conflict. Project managers should compose teams with diverse project values but must control for potential detrimental effects. © 2011 Elsevier Ltd. APM and IPMA.
Type
journal article