The role of digital technology in project management: a systematic literature review focusing on the Sub-Saharan Africa

This study explored digital technology's role in project management in Sub-Saharan Africa through a systematic literature review (SLR) of 15 studies. Selected from databases like ResearchGate, Semantic Scholar and Google Scholar. Adopting the Critical Appraisal Skills Programme (CASP) to ensure that high-quality studies were selected. Microsoft Excel facilitated data collection and analysis using thematic analysis. The study results reveal that interactive voice response (IVR), SMS, Internet of Things (IoT), drones, AI, etc. are forms of digital technology. Offering benefits like improved quality, speed of work, cost efficiency, and optimization in complex environments were the effects of digital technology on project management in the Sub-Saharan region. Finally, challenges encountered include stakeholder resistance, lack of expertise, funding, high cost of digital technology, and inadequate power supply. Recommendations include investment in digital infrastructure, like project management software, cloud computing services, and high-speed internet to facilitate technology adoption in the Sub-Saharan region.