THE ROLE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN PROJECT DIGITALIZATION: A SCIENTIFIC ARTICLE
Abstract
This research paper extensively explores the role and significance of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in the digitization of project management. Based on over 50 scientific sources published between 2020 and 2025, the article provides a systematic analysis of AI application across the project management lifecycle (initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure). The main objective of the study is to identify the impact of AI tools on project efficiency, cost, schedule, and risk management, as well as the key challenges and constraints in implementing these technologies. Findings indicate that AI fields such as Machine Learning (ML), Natural Language Processing (NLP), and Computer Vision (CV) are fundamentally transforming project management through automated monitoring, predictive analytics, optimal resource allocation, and decision-making processes. However, for successful implementation, critical barriers such as data quality, adequate technical competence, lack of integrative platforms, and ethical considerations must be addressed.
The research results serve as a foundation for practitioners, project managers, and policymakers in developing project digitalization strategies and outline future research directions, including the development of unified AI-based digital platforms, "smart" project assistants, and systems integrated with blockchain technology.
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