THE IMPACT OF FINANCIAL RESOURCE AVAILABILITY ON ADHERENCE TO PROJECT SCHEDULES

Abstract

This research aims to study the impact of financial resource availability on adherence to project schedules, considering that funding represents one of the most important elements of project management success. The research problem is manifested in the gap between financial planning and scheduling, leading to repeated delays in implementation.

The study used the descriptive-analytical method through analyzing data from construction and service projects, in addition to reviewing relevant literature and previous studies. A questionnaire was designed and directed to project managers, contractors, and supervising engineers to measure the relationship between funding availability and schedule discipline.

Results showed that more than half of schedule delays are attributed to direct or indirect financial reasons, such as delays in payment disbursement or poor allocation of resources among phases. The study recommends aligning financial plans with schedules from the early stages of the project, and adopting flexible financing policies that ensure regular cash flow.

The scientific value of the study lies in linking modern theories of finance and project management, while the practical value lies in the applicability of its results across sectors to improve schedule performance and execution quality.