Transcomplejidad de la gerencia de proyectos sociales, la IAP y las TIC's: una aproximación a su interrelación

Abstract

The article examines the interrelationship between Social Project Management, Participatory Action Research (PAR), and Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs), addressing their complexity and Transcomplexity, by means of the synergies that emerge from their integration. It focuses on how these tools can contribute to more effective and participatory management in projects aimed at social development. It presents that project management is defined as the application of knowledge, skills, tools, and techniques to project activities to meet their requirements. A project is a temporary effort undertaken to create a unique product, service, or result. This discipline involves the planning, organization, and management of resources to achieve project objectives, ensuring its success from start to finish. It also states that, differing from business management, social project management focuses on generating a positive impact on society. It is oriented towards social justice and community well-being, managing resources and activities to improve the quality of life for vulnerable communities. Social project managers must be able to plan, organize, direct, and control resources to achieve specific objectives that benefit these communities. Additionally, it adds that the best way to manage a social project is with a collective and participatory vision of the social subject, which is why a viable option for this is PAR, which presents itself as a fundamental methodological and conceptual approach for social project management. Authors like Ezequiel Ander Egg and Joel Martí discuss PAR, showing how it promotes active community participation in all stages of the project, which is one of the desired aspects in Social Project Management. This approach facilitates the definition of objectives, identification of actors, and development of participatory action plans, ensuring that interventions are relevant and sustainable. On the other hand, ICTs are identified as crucial tools to enhance the effectiveness and reach of social projects. Their integration into project management allows for better coordination, monitoring, and evaluation of activities. ICTs also facilitate communication and community participation, strengthening transparency and accountability. Finally, it concludes that the integration of PAR and ICTs in social project management can lead to more effective and participatory management. This combination allows addressing the inherent complexity of social projects, promoting more inclusive and sustainable development. The synergy between these elements is essential to face contemporary challenges and improve the quality of life for the most vulnerable communities.