Table 1 Researchers' (n = 15) agreementa with statements about project management
| Â | Strongly agree n (%) | Agree n (%) | Unsure n (%) | Not applicable n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Statements taken directly from the purpose of the project management plan | ||||
The use of project management assisted in the delivery of defined project outcomes |    7 (46.7) |    7 (46.7) |    1 (6.7) |    0 |
The use of project management assisted in the process of communicating and integrating project work across multiple organisations and professions |    10 (66.7) |    5 (33.3) |    0 |    0 |
The use of project management assisted in clarifying and agreeing goals |    10 (66.7) |    4 (26.7) |    1 (6.7) |    0 |
The use of project management assisted in identifying resources needed for the project |    8 (53.3) |    4 (26.7) |    3 (20.0) |    0 |
The use of project management ensured accountability for results and performance |    8 (53.3) |    6 (40.0) |    1 (6.7) |    0 |
The use of project management fostered a focus on the benefits to be achieved |    6 (40.0) |    8 (53.3) |    1 (6.7) |    0 |
The project manager responded to my questions or comments that were related to the project |    12 (80.0) |    1 (6.7) |    1 (6.7) |    1 (6.7) |
My expectations were met regarding the frequency and content of information conveyed to me by the project manager |    12 (80.0) |    3 (20.0) |    0 |    0 |
The Steering Committee meetings were conducted effectively |    8 (53.3) |    5 (33.3) |    0 |    2 (13.3) |
The format and content of the Project Status Report informed me adequately |    8 (53.3) |    5 (33.3) |    2 (13.3) |    0 |
Project issues were communicated adequately throughout the term of the project |    10 (66.7) |    3 (20.0) |    1 (6.7) |    1 (6.7) |
Project issues were managed effectively during the project |    10 (66.7) |    3 (20.0) |    2 (13.3) |    0 |
Sufficient time was allocated to review the project outputs (the resources for health professionals) |    8 (53.3) |    5 (33.3) |    2 (13.3) |    0 |
I was satisfied with my involvement in the project |    9 (60.0) |    6 (40.0) |    0 |    0 |
The project met my expectations in terms of effort, time and commitment |    9 (60.0) |    5 (33.3) |    1 (6.7) |    0 |