What challenges are you encountering with implementation projects?

IT Strategy & RoadmapPortfolio, Program & Project Management

External delays20%

Unrealistic timeline39%

Bottlenecks35%

Insufficient staffing41%

Underestimated costs31%

Inadequate budget management17%

Delayed funding19%

Project plan lacks detail15%

Changes in scope24%

Changing client expectations15%

Changing internal expectations7%

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Director of Systems Operations in Healthcare and Biotech2 years ago

May considering adding an "All the Above" option.

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