The Impact of Behavioral and Cognitive Outcomes of Agile Project Management Practices on Project Success

Abstract

This study explores how Agile Project Management (APM) practices enhance project success through psychological empowerment and innovative behavior in IT firms. Grounded in the theory of psychological empowerment, the research positions APM as a framework that enables agile teams to deliver innovation-driven solutions. The study investigates the behavioral and cognitive outcomes of APM, analyzing its relationship with psychological empowerment, innovative work behavior, and agile project success. Data collected from agile teams reveal that psychological empowerment and innovative behavior serve as mediating mechanisms linking APM practices to project success. The findings highlight APM as a key driver of psychological empowerment, fostering innovation among team members and ultimately improving project outcomes. This research contributes to the understanding of agile methodologies by emphasizing the human-centric factors that underpin their effectiveness in dynamic IT environments.