Pramukh Swami Maharaj Shatabdi Mahotsav: Design of a Mega Project

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Abstract

The centennial celebrations of Pramukh Swami Maharaj (1921-2016) were organized by BAPS at a massive scale, with more than 12.1 million visitors. The case looks at the event (PSM100) from a viewpoint of project management and identifies lessons related to design and execution of mega projects. PSM100 was simultaneously both mega in scope and minute in its focus on execution. The case highlights the role of technology in enabling the scale of operations and the way the various design elements complement each other. It indicates that mega projects can be frugal without sacrificing quality and sustainability. The case presents the spirit of experimentation and learning driving the knowledge management practices which help BAPS in perfecting event management from one celebration to another.

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Product Type Case
Reference No. O&DS0006
Title Pramukh Swami Maharaj Shatabdi Mahotsav: Design of a Mega Project
Pages 21
Published on Nov 25, 2024
Year of Event 2023
Authors Khadher, Rashid K; Mukherjee, Saral; Soman, Chetan;
Area Operations & Decision Sciences (O&DS)
Discipline Operations Management
Learning Objective The main learning objectives of the case are: 1. Understand the complexity of a mega project in a non-profit setting. Identify performance characteristics for successful project execution. 2. Understand the role of detailed project design in successful execution of a project. 3. Understand the importance of technology choice in moving from a normal scaled project to a mega project. 4. Is there a conflict between the objectives of frugality and sustainability? 5. Similarities and differences between project management in commercial and nonprofit organisations.
Keywords Mega project; Design; Sustainabilty; Project Planning; Project Execution; Resource Planning; Programme Management; Knowledge Management
Country India
State Gujarat
Organization Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha
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