Lela Kurashvili
Ph. D. Student, Lecturer, GIPA
Abstract
In today’s global environment, technological transformation and the adoption of digital solutions play a crucial role in reshaping project management practices. The aim of this study is to analyze how technological tools influence the stages of the project cycle and how they affect organizational sustainability.
The research examines the integration of digital platforms, artificial intelligence, data analytics, and automation as key components in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation. Findings reveal that modern technologies enhance transparency, reduce decision-making time, and strengthen team coordination across the project lifecycle.
Special emphasis is placed on the importance of partnerships and collaboration: cooperation with technology companies enables organizations to adopt advanced practices and adapt to global changes. The study also highlights that organizations should foster an innovation-oriented culture, granting employees the freedom to test and implement new ideas.
The scientific contribution of this work lies in offering an integrated analytical model that bridges classical project management approaches with technological innovations. In practical terms, the results demonstrate that the purposeful use of technological solutions increases project efficiency, reduces resource misallocation, and reinforces sustainability mechanisms.
Ultimately, the paper confirms that digital transformation is no longer an optional tool but an essential requirement for the successful implementation of modern projects and the achievement of long-term sustainability.
Keywords: Technological solutions, Project cycle, Digital transformation, Sustainability, Innovation
JEL: O32, M15, L86, Q01
DOI: 10.52244/c2025.25
The article is in Georgian.
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