Abstract
Information systems project management (ISPM) research is fragmented across diverse topics, methods, and publication venues, making it difficult to assess its development and identify research gaps. This paper proposes an analytical framework for characterizing ISPM research through three key dimensions: bibliometric, research techniques, and project-management-specific aspects. The framework supports the systematic analysis of research corpora across national, institutional, and thematic contexts. Its application is illustrated using a corpus of publications authored by researchers affiliated with Portuguese organizations. The results highlight a predominance of technology-oriented and project-level studies, frequent use of surveys and case studies, and a strong interest in PM tools, agile and hybrid approaches, and the evaluation of project success. The framework provides a basis for research assessment at different levels and for future agenda-setting.
Paper Type
Poster
DOI
10.62036/ISD.2026.190
An Analytical Framework for Characterizing Information Systems Project Management Research
Information systems project management (ISPM) research is fragmented across diverse topics, methods, and publication venues, making it difficult to assess its development and identify research gaps. This paper proposes an analytical framework for characterizing ISPM research through three key dimensions: bibliometric, research techniques, and project-management-specific aspects. The framework supports the systematic analysis of research corpora across national, institutional, and thematic contexts. Its application is illustrated using a corpus of publications authored by researchers affiliated with Portuguese organizations. The results highlight a predominance of technology-oriented and project-level studies, frequent use of surveys and case studies, and a strong interest in PM tools, agile and hybrid approaches, and the evaluation of project success. The framework provides a basis for research assessment at different levels and for future agenda-setting.
Recommended Citation
Rodrigues da Silva, A., Álvaro Carvalho, J., Varajão, J., Takagi, N., Silva Rodrigues, L. & Trigo, A.(2026). An Analytical Framework for Characterizing Information Systems Project Management Research. In M. Valenta, B. Mannová, R. Pergl, A. Przybylek, M. Lang, H. Linger, C. Schneider, N. Iivari, & E. Insfran (Eds.), Making ISD Sustainable: Reloaded with AI and Automation (ISD2026 Proceedings). Prague, Czech Republic: Czech Technical University in Prague. ISBN: 978-80-01-07585-2. https://doi.org/10.62036/ISD.2026.190