AI will do 80% of project managements tasks

Gartner Says 80 Percent of Today’s Project Management Tasks Will Be Eliminated by 2030 as Artificial Intelligence Takes Over

By 2030, 80 percent of the work of today’s project management (PM) discipline will be eliminated as artificial intelligence (AI) takes on traditional PM functions such as data collection, tracking and reporting, according to Gartner, Inc.

“AI is going to revolutionize how program and portfolio management (PPM) leaders leverage technology to support their business goals,” said Daniel Stang, research vice president at Gartner. “Right now, the tools available to them do not meet the requirements of digital business.”

Evolution of PPM Market

Providers in today’s PPM software market are behind in enabling a fully digital program management office (PMO), but Gartner predicts AI-enabled PPM will begin to surface in the market sometime this year. The market will focus first on providing incremental user experience benefits to individual PM professionals, and later will help them to become better planners and managers. In fact, by 2023, technology providers focused on AI, virtual reality (VR) and digital platforms will disrupt the PPM market and cause a clear response by traditional providers.

PPM as an AI-Enabled Discipline

Data collection, analysis and reporting are a large proportion of the PPM discipline. AI will improve the outcomes of these tasks, including the ability to analyze data faster than humans and using those results to improve overall performance. As these standard tasks start to get replaced, PPM leaders will look to staff their teams with those who can manage the demands of AI and smart machines as new stakeholders.

“Using conversational AI and chatbots, PPM and PMO leaders can begin to use their voices to query a PPM software system and issue commands, rather than using their keyboard and mouse,” said Mr. Stang. “As AI begins to take root in the PPM software market, those PMOs that choose to embrace the technology will see a reduction in the occurrence of unforeseen project issues and risks associated with human error.” 

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Just my opinion

While Gartner's forecast paints a picture of significant transformation within project management through the integration of AI, it's important to recognise the symbiotic relationship between technology and human expertise. Rather than viewing AI as a replacement for project managers, I see it as a powerful assistant poised to augment their capabilities. By automating routine tasks such as data collection, tracking, and reporting, AI liberates project managers to focus on strategic decision-making, stakeholder engagement, and fostering innovation within their projects.

The evolution towards AI-enabled project management presents an opportunity for professionals to redefine their roles, emphasising skills that are uniquely human. As AI handles mundane tasks with efficiency and precision, project managers can leverage their expertise in critical thinking, communication, and relationship management to drive project success. This shift not only enhances productivity but also empowers project managers to delve deeper into complex challenges, anticipate risks, and proactively address issues before they escalate.

Furthermore, by embracing AI technologies like conversational AI and chatbots, project managers can streamline communication, enhance collaboration, and foster a culture of continuous improvement within their teams. Rather than fearing the displacement of their roles, project managers should embrace AI as a valuable ally, enabling them to elevate their performance and deliver greater value to their organisations. In essence, the future of project management lies in harnessing the synergy between human ingenuity and technological advancement to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency and innovation.