Successful Project Implementation Research Articles

Reforming Children’s Health Care in the Soviet Union after the World War II

The article presents the results of historical and medical research reflecting the issues of reforming children’s health care after the World War II. The aim of the study is to present the problems of reforming children’s health care in the USSR in the post-war decade (1946–1956). The study relevance is defined by necessity to examine the historical experience of reforming children’s health care during the most difficult for our country post-war period so we can learn crucial lessons from the past and use them further for the successful implementation of the federal project “Development of children’s health care, including the creation of modern infrastructure for medical care provision for children”. Published and unpublished documents of the USSR Ministry of Health and the USSR Academy of Medical Sciences, stored in the State Archive of the Russian Federation, as well as publications from medical journals, scientific collections, monographs were studied to cover this issue. The analysis of this study has shown that the most significant part in the state health reform started in the first post-war years was the merger of hospitals and clinics for adults, maternity hospitals with women’s consultations, children’s hospitals with children’s consultations and outpatients’ clinics. The post-war reform has contributed to the improvement of the quality of inpatient and outpatient medical care, to the increasing role of the hospital as the organizing and leading center of all united facilities. The integration of children’s hospitals with consultations and outpatients’ clinic, as well as the organization of the primary pediatric care according to the system of medical and preventive care provision for children aged from birth to 16 years by single pediatrician, have shown succession in the work of primary care doctors and hospitals. The increase in the health workers qualifications, the development of specialized types of medical care, the improvement in the quality of medical and preventive care were observed. The reform of children’s health care contributed to the diseases’ timely diagnosis and early patients’ hospitalization, strengthening the connection of the primary care doctor and nurse with the child’s family, and decreasing of child morbidity and mortality.

Statistically Significant Differences in AI Support Levels for Project Management between SMEs and Large Enterprises

Background: This article delves into an in-depth analysis of the statistically significant differences in AI support levels for project management between SMEs and large enterprises. The research was conducted based on a comprehensive survey encompassing a sample of 473 SMEs and large Slovenian enterprises. Methods: To validate the observed differences, statistical analysis, specifically the Mann–Whitney U test, was employed. Results: The results confirm the presence of statistically significant differences between SMEs and large enterprises across multiple dimensions of AI support in project management. Large enterprises exhibit on average a higher level of AI adoption across all five AI utilization dimensions. Specifically, large enterprises scored significantly higher (p < 0.05) in AI adopting strategies and in adopting AI technologies for project tasks and team creation. This study’s findings also underscored the significant differences (p < 0.05) between SMEs and large enterprises in their adoption and utilization of AI technologies for project management purposes. While large enterprises scored above 4 for several dimensions, with the highest average score assessed (mean value 4.46 on 1 to 5 scale) for the usage of predictive Analytics Tools to improve the work on the project, SMEs’ average levels, on the other hand, were all below 4. SMEs in particular may lag in incorporating AI into various project activities due to several factors such as resource constraints, limited access to AI expertise, or risk aversion. Conclusions: The results underscore the need for targeted strategies to enhance AI adoption in SMEs and leverage its benefits for successful project implementation and strengthen the company’s competitiveness.

Factors affecting the successful implementation of telecommunication tower projects in Zambia

The research aimed at identifying factors that affect the successful implementation of telecommunication tower projects at Airtel Networks Zambia Plc and IHS Zambia Limited, in order to ensure adequate measures are put in place to support the successful implementation of telecommunications tower projects by market players. The study took a pragmatic approach to inquiry with a triangulated design where 16 professionals with industry experience and position of influence were purposively recruited. Data was collected using questionnaires and interviews. Descriptive statistics and Chi-square statistics were used to analyse quantitative data, while content analysis was used to analyse qualitative data. The study findings revealed at least 5 factors that negatively affect the successful implementation of the telecommunication tower projects and these are Projects Scope Management, Projects Time Management, Projects Cost Management, Projects Communication Management, and Human Related Factors. The study also revealed that these factors had an adverse impact on project scheduling hence resulting into project delays. Subsequently, it was revealed that delayed legal formalities led to excess project expenses in form of warehouse and rental charges for the piece of land. Additionally, the study findings revealed that poor project scope description had a negative effect on the proper and efficient planning of project resources. Finally, the study revealed that poor project procurement management led to inadequate resource availability hence affecting the project schedule due to lack of resources as subcontractors could not proceed with the projects in the absence of necessary materials. The study recommended organizations to invest more resources in ensuring that various factors that impend the successful implementation of the telecommunication tower projects are known, as well as invest in Research and Development and project managers to ensure comprehensive project planning and evaluation before the project is initiated. This would also help ensuring that various challenges that affect the project implementation process at various stages of project’s implementation are mitigated.

Participatory Monitoring and Evaluation Process on Performance of Mtwapa – Kilifi Road Construction Project in Kilifi County, Kenya.

The purpose of the study was to examine participatory monitoring and evaluation process on performance of Mtwapa – Kilifi Road construction project in Kilifi County, Kenya. In order to achieve the general objective, the study was guided by specific objectives: to establish the extend of stakeholder engagement, and data collection processes on the participatory monitoring and evaluation process on the performance of Mtwapa- Kilifi Road construction project in Kilifi County, Kenya. The Stakeholder theory and Theory of project management laid the ground for the need to conduct the study. In order to conduct the study to meet the objectives, descriptive and cross-sectional research designs was used. The research targeted the population of 320 that is road engineers, contractors, road users and road laborers. The sample size was 175 respondents determined by Slovin’s formula. The study adopted stratified random sampling to collect data. The researcher administered a closed ended questionnaire and interview guides as the data collection instruments in order to obtain primary data. The data collection tools were piloted and tested to check the validity and reliability before conducting the actual study. The quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics presented in form of percentages (%) and frequencies (f). Qualitative data obtained from interview schedules was transcribed organized into themes and presented in prose according to the research objectives of this study. The SPSS version 25 was used to carry out this. The study findings were presented by graphs and tables. The research findings established that stakeholder’s participation has great impact in project implementation of road projects in Kilifi County. In support of this, it can be noted that efficient management of stakeholders minimizes uncertainties posed by stakeholders on projects scope, cost, time, quality and objectives. It was also concluded that success of project implementation is hinged on efficient management of stakeholders. The study findings revealed that for monitoring processes to function properly it requires management support as a mediating factor for a project to succeed. The study recommends management should give their support to all levels of stakeholders for projects to succeed.

ОСНОВНІ ВИКЛИКИ ТА ПРОБЛЕМИ СТАРТАП-ПРОЄКТІВ У СУЧАСНОМУ БІЗНЕС-СЕРЕДОВИЩІ

One of the most obvious phenomena in the modern economy is the impact of startup projects on the global economic system. It is noted that innovations are mainly stimulated and carried out by a small group of new companies, while most enterprises play a rather limited role. In recent years, the number of start-up entrepreneurs has received considerable attention as researchers, the media, society in general have recognized their role and importance. Startups today are catalysts for economic growth at global and local levels. They have already become a recognized innovative form of entrepreneurial activity with its own peculiarities, advantages and disadvantages. Startup projects attract and generate significant amounts of resources, and are perceived by many as something new, progressive, and doomed to success. Examples of leading companies are often inspiring, but they also create a misleading impression of guaranteed success and unlimited growth potential. An ongoing topic of research in entrepreneurship is understanding the determinants behind the failures and success of new ventures. This is especially relevant for high-tech startups, as these projects are characterized by a high degree of risk in the pursuit of super-fast and significant success, which is much more likely will lead to failure. The article highlights the problematic issues and the main factors that lead to the failure of startup projects. The purpose of the article is to analyze the main current trends related to the startup industry in the context of the transition from the Fourth Industrial Revolution to the Fifth – «Industry 5.0», the main challenges and problems that impede the effective development and scaling and successful implementation of such projects. The general dynamics and percentage of successful and unsuccessful startups, depending on the years of existence of the projects, are determined. The sectoral distribution of startup failures by areas of activity is outlined. The main factors and reasons for the failure of startup projects are identified, systematized and characterized. Relevant conclusions and recommendations for the effective management of startup projects are formed.

Determination of the parameters of the general contractor selection model for the successful implementation of the construction project

The authors examined the organization of interaction between the technical customer and the general contracting organization and revealed that it is at the stage of construction of facilities that difficulties arise in the interaction of construction participants, which were not initially taken into account when signing the construction contract. The implementation of the construction project depends on the effective organization of construction. The construction is characterized by dynamism and a high level of coordination of construction participants, which indicates the appearance of additional costs for both the technical customer and the contractor. To reduce the level of possible risks, the authors proposed at the initial stage of construction to exclude or reduce the impact of risk factors associated with the choice of an inefficient sub-row organization. 6 most important and relevant risk factors in the field of interaction between the technical customer and the contractor have been identified and analyzed. Expert surveys were conducted to determine the weight coefficients of damage and the probability of occurrence of risk factors. The reliability of the results was confirmed by calculating the multiple correlation coefficient.

ОЦЕНКА ВЛИЯНИЯ ТЕХНОЛОГИЙ НА ЭКОНОМИЧЕСКУЮ ЭФФЕКТИВНОСТЬ ЭЛЕКТРОСНАБЖЕНИЯ В ПРОМЫШЛЕННОСТИ

This article is devoted to the analysis and assessment of the economic effect of power supply technologies in industry. The paper examines current trends in the development of the electric power industry and methods for assessing the economic efficiency of the introduction of new technologies. Special attention is paid to examples of successful implementation of energy efficiency projects in industry. Based on the analysis of the factors influencing the efficiency assessment, the article offers prospects for the development of this area and recommendations for optimizing the use of electricity in industry.

An exploration of the key success factors of public-private partnerships as alternative social infrastructure financing strategy: The case of the health sector in Lusaka, Zambia

The study's main goal was to analyze the CSFs of PPPs as an alternative social infrastructure financing strategy in Lusaka, Zambia's health sector. Precisely, the study aimed to examine the factors influencing implementation of PPPs in the Health Sector in Lusaka, Zambia. The study adopted the pragmatism research philosophy, mixed-method research approach and survey research strategy. Purposive and stratified random sampling techniques were employed. Data were collected using questionnaires, interviews and document review and analysed using descriptive, ANOVA, factor, content and regression analyses. The study found that the main CSFs for implementation in the health sector include socio-cultural, political, legal, economic, environmental and technical factors. However, socio-cultural, political, legal, economic and technical factors were found to be significant CSFs for PPP implementation and these formed the proposed framework for implementation of PPPs for the health sector in Lusaka, Zambia. The study therefore concluded that there are several factors that influence successful actualisation and implementation of PPP projects in the health sector in Lusaka, Zambia where the major ones include socio-cultural, political, legal, economic and technical factors. The study recommended the government of Zambia to take into account establishing strong policy frameworks and reliable governance mechanisms to ensure the successful implementation of PPPs in the country's health sector. The study made significant contributions to theory, policy and practice.

АГРОТУРИЗМ ЯК СТРАТЕГІЧНИЙ НАПРЯМ ПІДВИЩЕННЯ РІВНЯ ДОХОДУ ФЕРМЕРСЬКИХ ГОСПОДАРСТВ УКРАЇНИ

The purpose of the study is to outline the circle of strategic directions for the development of agrarian tourism in the context of increasing the profitability of Ukrainian farms. At the same time, the actual strategic possibility of increasing income and development of rural areas was emphasized. Farmers are shown how to further monetize their resources by attracting the attention of tourists through the provision of various services, from tours to participation in agricultural work and recreation in the countryside, which potentially become new sources of income, which contributes to the diversification of the farm and the expansion of its functions. The authors proposed a number of approaches to infrastructure development, in particular, from hotels and restaurants to communications and roads, which in turn attract tourists and support local businesses. Here are suggestions for farmers to interact directly with buyers by offering their goods and services directly. It is emphasized that this not only increases profits, but also creates a market for the sale of local agricultural products. The attention of entrepreneurs is drawn to ecological benefits, preservation of traditions, which strengthens the pride of the local population and promotes cultural exchange. From an ecological perspective, agritourism emphasizes the importance of sustainable agriculture, attracting environmentally educated tourists. The article examines the key aspects of agritourism as an innovative approach to supporting farms in Ukraine. As a result, the potential advantages of agritourism, such as additional income, development of rural areas and attraction of new investors, were analyzed. The main principles and strategies of successful implementation of agro-tourism projects have been studied. In general, it was emphasized that agritourism can be a key strategic direction for Ukrainian farms in increasing incomes and sustainable development. However, success requires partnerships with the community, development of marketing strategies and adherence to high quality standards. The correct implementation of agritourism in the context of its practical implementation can turn rural areas into attractive points for tourists and ensure the sustainable development of Ukrainian farms.

Challenges in the Implementation of Industrialised Building System (IBS) in Klang Valley

Industrialised building system (IBS) in Malaysia has been expanding extensively where the proportion of IBS implementation in government projects was 84% in 2021, compared to 60% in private projects. It was reported that many top developers are currently successfully adopting IBS in their projects with good outcomes. The advantage of IBS implementation in construction projects is mainly the shorter time for project completion which potentially increase efficiency in housing provision. This paper focuses on developers’ perception on the challenges in IBS implementation in the aspect of management. The objectives of this research are to identify the problems perceived by developers in Klang Valley when implementing IBS projects and to give general recommendations to overcome these problems. Quantitative approach was used and structured questionnaires were distributed to 50 developers in Klang Valley. The research indicated that the most prominent problems agreed by developers is in the category of supervision of site workers and also the aspect of logistic that is site monitoring The least problem perceived are in the design and IBS negative image category. Findings from this research is anticipated to give developers some insights on the implementation of IBS towards a more successful IBS project implementation.

Організація логістичних процесів у проєктній діяльності підприємств

Today, project activities permeate all areas of the functioning of a traditional industrial enterprise, playing a key role in marketing, research and development, production and sales. In the conditions of a market economy, complex enterprise restructuring projects, which include subprojects for updating the product portfolio, organizational and production restructuring, implementation of financial management and controlling, are of particular importance. The orientation of projects towards achieving certain goals creates a significant internal potential for effective management. The company’s project activities include planning, analysis, implementation, control and evaluation of projects. It helps to improve work efficiency, enhance competitiveness and increase the profitability of the business. An important element is the use of logistic solutions that provide comprehensive services for investment projects. Logistic processes include management of material flows, movement of resources, control, physical distribution of resources, warehousing and optimization of transport and warehouse complexes. The efficiency of logistic processes is determined by several aspects: understanding needs, identifying critical paths and risks, coordinating the supply chain, selecting suppliers, concluding contracts, organizing transportation, routing, tracking, packaging, warehousing, and inventory. In addition, cost control and flexibility of logistic processes are essential for the successful implementation of projects. Project activities require proper coordination of all processes – from planning to monitoring the implementation of tasks. Coordination between different parts of the enterprise, risk management, and sourcing are key aspects of successful project management. Careful organization of project activities allows enterprises to increase work efficiency, competitiveness and achieve their goals.

ОЦІНКА АНТИКРИЗОВОГО УПРАВЛІННЯ БУДІВЕЛЬНИМ ПІДПРИЄМСТВОМ

The article investigates and summarizes the main types of risks of a construction enterprise depending on the causes of their occurrence: external and internal. It is also emphasized that determining the conditions and factors that cause the emergence of crisis phenomena will ensure the management of information that will help the management of a construction enterprise to make effective management decisions before the emergence of crisis situations. The essence and main features of crisis management of an enterprise are researched. Modern approaches to enterprise management in crisis situations are considered. The necessity of organizing a system of crisis management at the enterprises of the construction industry is substantiated, due to the important role of their activities for the economy of Ukraine. The directions of preventing crisis phenomena and the threat of bankruptcy at construction enterprises are determined, namely: establishing an effective communication process with clients, contractors and other stakeholders, which will help to avoid misunderstandings and ensure the successful implementation of projects; the use of modern project management tools will allow for more accurate and coordinated planning; the use of modern technologies for automation and process control can greatly facilitate routine tasks and increase productivity. To assess the likelihood of the onset of crisis phenomena, the following analytical methods of determining the financial condition were used: horizontal and vertical analysis of the financial statements of the studied construction enterprise. Certain economic and mathematical models are used to predict the sustainability of the enterprise, to anticipate and analyze potential crisis phenomena. Each enterprise should choose these methods and models individually depending on its strategic plans and objectives. The study proposes the practical use of Tereshchenko O. O.'s model for diagnosing the crisis condition of a construction enterprise, which takes into account its industry specifics and is easy to use.

МЕТОДИКА АВТОМАТИЗАЦИИ БИЗНЕС-ПРОЦЕССОВ ПО ТЕХНИЧЕСКОМУ ОБСЛУЖИВАНИЮ И РЕМОНТУ ОБОРУДОВАНИЯ В ЭНЕРГЕТИЧЕСКОЙ КОМПАНИИ

The article is devoted to the study of existing practices of business process reengineering project management, identification of factors affecting the success of project implementation, development of recommendations for improving business process reengineering project management. The article defines the criteria for controlling business processes, describes recommendations for the target state of business processes of the metrology department of the energy company, and describes the evaluation of the effectiveness of the implemented changes in the company’s business processes. In this article the methodology of automation of business processes for equipment maintenance and repair in the energy company is considered in detail.

Contractors' Perception of Success Factors for Implementing Public Road Construction Projects

The Construction industry faces challenges and is increasingly failing to meet organizational objectives. This is evidenced by unsuccessful project implementation. Project failure oscillates between cost and schedule overruns and low-quality work, with construction organizations continuously failing to meet targets and losing significant funds annually. The public road construction subsector, which is currently in the spotlight for procurement irregularities, is equally challenged by the failures. Reports show that public road construction projects are not completed on time and within estimated budgets because of shoddy work and contract variations that negatively affect the government's goal attainment. This has resulted in several administrative reviews and investigations aimed at restoring sanity to successfully implement construction projects and meet government objectives. Studies are sprouting in the construction industry to determine successful project implementation factors that motivated this study's contribution. Based on the contractors' perception, this study aims to establish success factors for implementing public road construction projects. A cross-sectional research design using a structured self-administered questionnaire was adopted, and data was analysed in SPSS version 24 software. Findings reveal that monitoring activities and sanctions on staff are significant success factors in enhancing public road construction project implementation. At the same time, compliance with the public procurement regulatory framework, familiarity with this regulatory framework, professionalism among staff and perceived inefficiency of the regulatory framework are insignificant.

Review and Analysis of Project Management Systems

The article "Overview and Analysis of Project Management Systems" provides an overview of modern approaches to project management and analyzes popular software tools for conducting such management. It is discussed the importance of project management in today's world and its impact on achieving set goals within defined deadlines and budgets. The article defines project management as a specific activity aimed at achieving the goals set before the project and highlights its significance for successful project implementation across various industries. Special emphasis is placed on the fact that project management has become an important science that combines knowledge, rules, and standards for achieving success. The article examines the main differences between projects and everyday activities in organizations and identifies key characteristics of project management. In particular, it discusses the unique purpose and limited time frame for achieving this purpose in projects, as well as their completion after reaching the set goal. It is analysed the three popular project management systems: Jira, Trello, and Asana. For each of these systems, a brief overview of their functionality, working principles, and pricing policies is provided. Specifically, Jira is described as project management software suitable for large companies, while Trello is considered a tool for controlling work in small companies and startups, organized according to the kanban principle. Finally, Asana is defined as a universal task manager for teams or individuals with a large number of projects and tasks.

Demand Side Perception on Success Factors for Implementing Public Road Construction Projects

Cost and schedule overruns, as well as substandard works, are common factors that fail organisations’ objectives within the construction industry. Particularly, these factors affect public road construction projects and cost taxpayers. Researchers continue scanning the environment to establish why construction projects are ever behind schedule and over budget with substandard works and contract variations to identify significant factors for successful project implementation. This study expands the debate by looking at demand side perception in establishing success factors for implementing public road construction projects motivated by governments’ high expenditure on construction projects without meeting objectives. A cross-sectional research design with a structured self-administered questionnaire was used to obtain views from three public entities representing the demand side. Results were analysed following partial least square structural modelling (PLS-SEM) in Smart-PLS3. The research design enabled statistical tests to be conducted on validity, reliability, normality, multicollinearity, correlations and regression. The PLS algorithm and bootstrapping resampling approach were employed to determine the relationship between variables by estimating path coefficients and significance. Path coefficients helped to determine strength, direction and significance, and examine the variance of dependent variables explained by combined independent variables. Results revealed that the professionalism of the staff, compliance with the public procurement regulatory framework, monitoring activities and contractors’ resistance to non-compliance are significant success factors in enhancing public road implementation. Hence, adopting these factors would be a game changer in implementing complex road construction projects. In addition, complex construction projects in a dynamic construction industry require continuous scanning to establish more factors and cope with industry dynamics.

СТРАТЕГИИ ЭФФЕКТИВНОГО ФОРМИРОВАНИЯ, УПРАВЛЕНИЯ И ЛИДЕРСТВА В ПРОЕКТНЫХ КОМАНДАХ

The article highlights the significance of team formation processes, leadership and management in the context of successful project implementation. Based on an analysis of existing research in the field of team building and leadership, the author conclude that a key factor in project success is the ability of leaders to organize groups whose members possess complementary skills, share a common goal, and have a clear understanding of their mutual responsibilities. Special attention is given to the importance of quickly establishing an atmosphere of trust and psychological safety within teams, which becomes especially relevant when working under tight deadlines and in virtual interaction settings. The article offers recommendations on leadership, emotional intelligence, promises, and a realistic approach to project management, as well as strategies for improving communication and the efficiency of team work.

Avoiding Man-made Disasters using Transit-Oriented Development (TOD)-Strategy: Case of Namma Metro, Bengaluru

The use of private cars and vehicles clogs the roads and leads to accidents, congestion and road rage which are man-made disasters. One of the most important urban planning techniques to avoid disaster and to develop livable, productive and sustainable communities is Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), strong transit infrastructure, diverse land uses, higher-density development, walkable urban design, bicycle-friendly amenities, affordable housing and creative parking management which are just a few of the many components that make up TOD. These elements support the transition from car-centric urban design to more equitable and sustainable community development. Zoning and land use regulations, public-private partnerships, transit enhancements, community involvement, design principles, economic development programs, affordable housing policies, green and sustainable design techniques and the creation of TOD-specific zoning districts are some of the tactics used to implement TOD. The goal of these tactics is to develop thriving, economically sound communities that are oriented around effective public transit networks. For successful implementation of TOD projects, a detailed study at the city level, area level and nodal level has to be carried out. In this study, two metro stations at MG Road and Indiranagar, Bengaluru, India are considered and have been studied at baseline level for checking and considering TOD implementation based on the scoring method. Scoring based on primary data, spatial data and a revised master plan of Bengaluru has been carried out. Both the stations have obtained a score of 80% and 88% respectively. The score indicates that both stations are likely to consider and implement the TOD at this nodal level.

Искусственный интеллект в здравоохранении России: сбор и подготовка данных для машинного обучения.

This scientific article draws attention to the importance of collecting and preparing high-quality medical data for the development of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in Russian healthcare. Materials and methods. The main emphasis is on the need to create a unified federal standard for collecting structured digitized medical data, which will unify the processes of collecting and generating datasets for medical organizations. Results. The article proposes the introduction of digital assistants, including pre-medical diagnostic questionnaires, mobile applications and software modules for medical examinations, which will reduce the time spent filling out medical documentation and ensure the collection of more complete and accurate information. The next step is to reengineer the health data collection process, including patient engagement via smartphones and personal health assistants. The article identifies methodological problems such as unreliability, incompleteness and lack of extensional knowledge in the collected data, and proposes a roadmap for the development of a health data collection system, including the creation of digital standards, data collection methods and the development of AI-based decision support. Conclusions. Solving the described problems and the data development plan are important for the successful implementation of the national project «Data Economy», supporting the development and application of AI systems in the medical field.

Specifics of realization of strategic projects in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation

Aim. To identify the specifics of realization of strategic projects in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation (RF).Objectives. To define the actual territory of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation; to characterize the natural and climatic conditions and the significance of natural resources of the region; to analyze the importance and role of the Arctic zone in the Russian economy, energy and ecology; to identify the features and problems of infrastructure, transport and logistics in the Arctic zone; to establish indicators of the quality of urban environment; to identify the cities of the Arctic zone with the most and least favorable urban environment.Methods. Based on the strategy methodology of the scientific school of the Foreign Member of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS) V. L. Kvint. L. Kvint, a number of factors that have a significant impact on the development and implementation of strategic projects in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation have been identified. The authors applied the following research methods: data interpretation, information-logical analysis, situational analysis, generalization.Results. The peculiarities of the development of strategically important projects to be implemented in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation are due to the fact that the Arctic is a territory with specific harsh natural and climatic conditions and, at the same time, a strategically important region rich in natural resources and, consequently, playing a significant role in the geopolitical context. In this regard, the development and subsequent successful implementation of projects in the Arctic is a complex task that requires taking into account the unique characteristics of the region. The author analyzes the importance and role of the Arctic zone in the context of the Russian economy, energy and environment, as well as the impact of climatic conditions and geographical remoteness of the Arctic on the process of development and possible implementation of projects in the region. The peculiarities and problems of infrastructure, transportation and logistics in the Arctic zone are identified, and the need to ensure environmental sustainability of the projects under development is substantiated. As an important aspect in the development and implementation of projects in the Arctic zone, the authors see interaction with indigenous peoples, taking into account their opinions and interests. The scientific novelty of the study consists in identifying the specifics of strategic projects implementation in the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation, determined by factors of three main groups. The classification including natural-climatic, socio-economic and production-economic factors that constitute the specifics of regional development of the Arctic zone has been developed. The main indicators of urban environment quality are determined and the cities of the Arctic zone with the most and least favorable urban environment are identified.Conclusions. In the article the authors summarize the theoretical and practical experience of development and implementation of strategically significant socio-economic, environmental, transport projects in the Arctic zone. The conducted research shows the necessity of realization of socially oriented strategy, substantiates the expediency of application of complex approach, taking into account the interests of all participants of the projects, and the balance between economic prospects and preservation of natural resources.