Over the years I’ve participated in several complex IT projects—many of which succeeded—yet I’ve struggled to understand why some thrived while others failed or stalled, even when I had a front‑row participation seat. I’ve documented my observations and listed factors I believed contributed to success (Link)(Link), but I’ve never distilled them into a cohesive theory.
Recently, I discovered a YouTube vlog by Fredrick Christenson in which he proposed what he believes is the fundamental driver of project success. His insights resonate strongly with me, and I’m inclined to agree.
“Because talent doesn’t scale”
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Why do so many large IT projects fail to meet expectations?
