FACTORS INFLUENCING THE LATE DELIVERY OF PROJECTS IN STATE-OWNED ENTERPRISES: THE CASE OF ESKOM

Authors

  • Lubabalo Flepisi Durban University of Technology
  • Courage Mlambo University of Fort Hare

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7166/32-4-2455

Keywords:

Construction management, state-owned enterprises, completion date, delays, project

Abstract

Delays in project completion by state-owned enterprises are a major concern and a threat to the South African economy. This study investigates both the internal and the external factors influencing the late delivery of projects in state-owned enterprises, with ESKOM as a case study. The research design was a survey questionnaire that was used to gather sufficient information. The study revealed key internal and external factors influencing the late delivery of projects in the state-owned enterprises, including the failure to update construction programmes, the late delivery of contractor-supplied materials, corruption, and political interference. In conclusion, we posit that, to ensure early project completion, the authorisation and empowerment of the project team is vitally important.

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Author Biographies

Lubabalo Flepisi, Durban University of Technology

Department of Managemenet and Entrepreneurial Studies

Courage Mlambo, University of Fort Hare

Faculty of Management and Commerce

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Published

2021-12-14

How to Cite

Flepisi, L., & Mlambo, C. (2021). FACTORS INFLUENCING THE LATE DELIVERY OF PROJECTS IN STATE-OWNED ENTERPRISES: THE CASE OF ESKOM. The South African Journal of Industrial Engineering, 32(4), 57–66. https://doi.org/10.7166/32-4-2455

Issue

Vol. 32 No. 4 (2021)

Section

General Articles

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