Factors Affecting Success of IT Projects in Northern Cyprus

Abstract

This research would try to give an overview of the IT projects in Northern Cyprus. The study covers IT project management aspect based on a survey from main cities in Northern Cyprus. In addition to the survey, authors managed an IT project during the research period to add self-experiences to this research. As discussion, this paper combines understanding of the relevant theory and literature review of IT project management with the results of the survey. This research aims to investigate IT difficulties in Northern Cyprus and share these issues with recommendations with investors, IT project managers, students and government. It can decline failure of IT projects by bolding important implications and historical data of previous projects, not only in Northern Cyprus but worldwide.