IMPACT OF OUTSOURCING ON SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF PROJECTS IN CONSTRUCTION SECTOR OF KARACHI

Abstract

Purpose: This research study has been carried out to find out the impact of outsourcing including with construction works like Electrical, HVAC (heating ventilating & air-conditioning), Civil and Mechanical transportation on successful completion of projects in construction sector of Karachi. Methodology: The research is explanatory in nature based on deductive approach. The data were collected with the help of a research instrument i.e. a questionnaire from a sample of 160 managers of the construction industry. Quantitative data were collected on a Likert scale ranging from 1 to 5. Data were analysed through statistical tools correlation and regression analysis by using SPSS, version 23. Findings: The results have revealed that there is a significant relationship between outsourced services with project success in construction sector of Karachi. As per findings of this study, the impact of outsourcing of Civil and HVAC (heating ventilating & air- conditioning) works is not significant on project success. However, other outsourced works like Electrical and mechanical/ transportation are having significant positive impact on project success. Implications: The findings of this research are likely to help the management of construction organisations of Karachi about effectiveness of outsourced facilities and also about its weaknesses. Other organizations and academia may also benefit from the study.