| Peer-Reviewed

Monitoring and Evaluation Data Management and Project Performance: A Review on Infrastructure Projects

Received: 13 June 2021    Accepted: 29 June 2021    Published: 11 August 2021
Views:       Downloads:
Abstract

This paper assesses the nexus between M&E data management and project performance with a focus on infrastructural projects. The paper examines and critically analyses relevant models, theories and empirical literature on M&E data management and project performance. Through examination and analysis, the paper comes up with a proposition aimed at informing further study on the M&E data management and project performance. In addition, the paper builds theoretical and conceptual ground for further studies on the research variables. From critical assessment of theories, models and empirical literature, the paper established positive relationship between M&E data management and project performance. In addition, the paper recommends two models; the project performance assessment model and the logical framework model and two theories; theory of change and dynamic capabilities theory as relevant in explaining the relationship between M&E data management and project performance. The paper gives a proposition on the nexus between M&E data management and project performance. It identifies significant gap in theoretical foundations for studies on M&E data management and project performance and recommends development of project specific models to enhance operationalized project performance assessment.

Published in Research & Development (Volume 2, Issue 3)
DOI 10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12
Page(s) 43-49
Creative Commons

This is an Open Access article, distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), which permits unrestricted use, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, provided the original work is properly cited.

Copyright

Copyright © The Author(s), 2021. Published by Science Publishing Group

Keywords

M&E Data Management, Project Performance, Infrastructure Projects

References
[1] Abdi, M. (2017). Influence of monitoring and evaluation practices on project performance in Counties in Kenya: a case of Mombasa County. Nairobi: University of Nairobi.
[2] Alsulamy, S., Wamuziri, S., & Taylor, M. (2012). Evaluation of key metrics for measurement of project performance. Annual ARCOM Conference (1101-1110.). Edinburgh: Association of Researchers in Construction Management.
[3] S., & Rodrguez, M. (2006). Using stakeholder dialogue as a source for new ideas: A dynamic capability underlying sustainable innovation. Corporate Governance: The International Journal of Business in Society, 6 (4), 475-490.
[4] Bryde, D. (2003). Modeling project management performance. International Journal of Quality & Reliability Management, 20 (2), 229-254.
[5] Callistus, T., & Aigbavboa, C. (2018). The Role of monitoring and evaluation in construction project management. Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing, 722, 571-583.
[6] Child, K., Kidoido, M., & Kanyuuru, C. (2015). Using the theories of change approach to monitor, evaluate and learn in the CGIAR research program on Livestock and Fish. Malawi: CGIAR.
[7] Chipato, N. (2016). Organizational learning and monitoring and evaluation in project-based organizations. Stellenbosch: Stellenbosch University.
[8] Committee for Oversight and assessment of U.S. department of energy project management. (2005). measuring performance and benchmarking project management at the department of Energy. Washington DC: The National Academic Press.
[9] Couillard, J., Garon, S., & Riznic, J. (2009). The logical framework approach–millennium. Project Management Journal, 40 (4), 31-44.
[10] Dudar, L., Scott, S., & Scott, D. (2017). "Understanding the theory of change processes", accelerating change in schools: Leading Rapid, successful and complex change initiatives. Advances in Educational Administration, 27-43.
[11] Egwunatum, S. (2017). A review of construction project performance estimators. MOJ Civil Engineering, 3 (4), 1-3.
[12] Frankal, N., & Gage, A. (2016). M&E Fundamentals: A Self-Guided Mini Course. Carolina: USAID.
[13] Ika, L. (2012). Project management for development in Africa: Why projects are failing and what can be done about it. Project Management Journal, 43 (4), 27-41.
[14] International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies. (2011). Project/programme monitoring and evaluation (M&E) guide. Geneva: International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies.
[15] Kabonga, I. (2019). Principles and practice of monitoring and evaluation: paraphernalia for effective development. Africanus: Journal of Development Studies, 48 (2), 1-22.
[16] Kamau, C., & Mohamed, H. (2015). Efficacy of monitoring and evaluation function in achieving project success in Kenya: a conceptual framework. Science Journal of Business and Management, 3 (3): 82-94.
[17] Kissi, E., Agyekum, K., Baiden, K., Tannor, R., Asamoah, G., & Andam, T. (2019). Impact of project monitoring and evaluation practices on construction project success criteria in Ghana. Built Environment Project and Asset Management, 9 (3), 364-382.
[18] Maendo, D., James, R., & Kamau, L. (2018). Effect of project M&E on performance of road infrastructural projects constructed by local firms in Kenya. International Journal of Economics, Business and Management Research, 2 (4), 317-328.
[19] Mellado, F., Lou, E., & Becerra, C. (2019). Synthesizing performance in the construction industry. an analysis of performance indicators to promote project improvement. Engineering, Construction and Architectural Management, 27 (2), 579-608.
[20] Mtsgali, Z. (2016). A review of monitoring and evaluation system to monitor the implementation of early childhood development within Gauteng Department of Health. Stellenbosch: Stellenbosch University.
[21] Mundal, P. (2019). EBM: Environmental baseline monitoring (EBM): Its effects and complain. UK: Your Article Library.
[22] Nalianya, J., & Luketero, S. (2017). Monitoring and evaluation systems and performance of non-governmental based maternal health projects in Bungoma South Sub-County, Kenya. European Scientific Journal, 13 (23), 11-38.
[23] Obunga, R. (2017). An assessment of monitoring and evaluation systems of plan Kenya: a case study of young health grogramme and adolescent girls initiative Kenya, Nairobi. Nairobi: University Nairobi.
[24] Onyango, L. (2019). Efficacy of monitoring and evaluation framework on implementation of development projects: acomparative analysis of Machakos and Embu Counties-Kenya. Nakuru: Kabarak University.
[25] Ove Arup & Partners Hong Kong Ltd. (2001). Comprehensive feasibility study for the revised scheme of south East Kowloon Development. Hong Kong: Kowloon Development Office.
[26] Practical Concepts Incorporated. (1979). The Logical Framework. Washington DC: Practical Concepts Incorporated.
[27] Shihemi, R. (2016). Influence of M&E tools on project performance of building and construction projects in Kenyan Public Universities. Nairobi: University of Nairobi.
[28] United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. (2016). United nations educational, scientific and cultural organization. Washington DC: UNESCO.
[29] Viglioni, T., Cunha, J., & Moura, H. (2016). A performance evaluation model for project management office based on a multicriteria approach. International Conference on Project management (pp. 100, 955 – 962). Brazil: Procedia Computer Science.
[30] Villazón, C., Pinilla, L., Olaso, J., Gandarias, N., & Lacalle, N. (2020). Identification of key performance indicators in project-based organisations through the lean approach. Suatainability, 12, 1-18.
[31] Yusuf, M., Otonde, M., & Achayo, M. (2017). Influence of monitoring and evaluation on performance of constituency development fund projects in Kajiado East Sub-County, Kenya. The International Journal of Management Science and Information Technology, 23, 12-26.
Cite This Article
  • APA Style

    Austine Muma Okello. (2021). Monitoring and Evaluation Data Management and Project Performance: A Review on Infrastructure Projects. Research & Development, 2(3), 43-49. https://doi.org/10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12

    Copy | Download

    ACS Style

    Austine Muma Okello. Monitoring and Evaluation Data Management and Project Performance: A Review on Infrastructure Projects. Res. Dev. 2021, 2(3), 43-49. doi: 10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12

    Copy | Download

    AMA Style

    Austine Muma Okello. Monitoring and Evaluation Data Management and Project Performance: A Review on Infrastructure Projects. Res Dev. 2021;2(3):43-49. doi: 10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12

    Copy | Download

  • @article{10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12,
      author = {Austine Muma Okello},
      title = {Monitoring and Evaluation Data Management and Project Performance: A Review on Infrastructure Projects},
      journal = {Research & Development},
      volume = {2},
      number = {3},
      pages = {43-49},
      doi = {10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12},
      url = {https://doi.org/10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12},
      eprint = {https://article.sciencepublishinggroup.com/pdf/10.11648.j.rd.20210203.12},
      abstract = {This paper assesses the nexus between M&E data management and project performance with a focus on infrastructural projects. The paper examines and critically analyses relevant models, theories and empirical literature on M&E data management and project performance. Through examination and analysis, the paper comes up with a proposition aimed at informing further study on the M&E data management and project performance. In addition, the paper builds theoretical and conceptual ground for further studies on the research variables. From critical assessment of theories, models and empirical literature, the paper established positive relationship between M&E data management and project performance. In addition, the paper recommends two models; the project performance assessment model and the logical framework model and two theories; theory of change and dynamic capabilities theory as relevant in explaining the relationship between M&E data management and project performance. The paper gives a proposition on the nexus between M&E data management and project performance. It identifies significant gap in theoretical foundations for studies on M&E data management and project performance and recommends development of project specific models to enhance operationalized project performance assessment.},
     year = {2021}
    }
    

    Copy | Download

  • TY  - JOUR
    T1  - Monitoring and Evaluation Data Management and Project Performance: A Review on Infrastructure Projects
    AU  - Austine Muma Okello
    Y1  - 2021/08/11
    PY  - 2021
    N1  - https://doi.org/10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12
    DO  - 10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12
    T2  - Research & Development
    JF  - Research & Development
    JO  - Research & Development
    SP  - 43
    EP  - 49
    PB  - Science Publishing Group
    SN  - 2994-7057
    UR  - https://doi.org/10.11648/j.rd.20210203.12
    AB  - This paper assesses the nexus between M&E data management and project performance with a focus on infrastructural projects. The paper examines and critically analyses relevant models, theories and empirical literature on M&E data management and project performance. Through examination and analysis, the paper comes up with a proposition aimed at informing further study on the M&E data management and project performance. In addition, the paper builds theoretical and conceptual ground for further studies on the research variables. From critical assessment of theories, models and empirical literature, the paper established positive relationship between M&E data management and project performance. In addition, the paper recommends two models; the project performance assessment model and the logical framework model and two theories; theory of change and dynamic capabilities theory as relevant in explaining the relationship between M&E data management and project performance. The paper gives a proposition on the nexus between M&E data management and project performance. It identifies significant gap in theoretical foundations for studies on M&E data management and project performance and recommends development of project specific models to enhance operationalized project performance assessment.
    VL  - 2
    IS  - 3
    ER  - 

    Copy | Download

Author Information
  • School of Continuing and Distance Education, University of Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

  • Sections