Relevance of Systems Thinking to Project Management - PPMP20012 Report

This report, part of a PPMP20012 unit portfolio, examines the relevance of systems thinking to project management. It discusses how systems engineering concepts and methodologies, as outlined in the Systems Engineering Body of Knowledge (SEBoK), can assist project, program, and portfolio managers in organizing projects. The report highlights the System Engineering Concept Model (SECM) for structuring and communicating engineering concepts. It also explores system methodologies, emphasizing the role of system engineering in solving complex technical problems. The application of system engineering principles ensures the fulfillment of customer requirements and effective project execution. The report references key readings like Kerzner (2013), AS/NZS 15288:2015, and Newton (2016), and Wymore (2018) to support the analysis of systems thinking in project management and its practical applications.