New book by professors Öncü Hazır and Maria Elena Bruni explores the future of project management in a data-driven world
Professor Öncü Hazır has co-edited a new academic publication that delves into emerging technologies, agile practices, and sustainability in project management. Tomorrow’s Data-Empowered Project Management: Agile Decision Making, Sustainability and AI is now available online via SpringerLink.

A new academic volume co-edited by Öncü Hazır, Professor in the Supply Chain Management and Information Systems Department at Rennes School of Business, explores the evolving landscape of project management in the context of digital transformation and organisational change. The book, titled Tomorrow’s Data-Empowered Project Management: Agile Decision Making, Sustainability and AI, has been published by Springer and is now available online.
The publication examines key contemporary challenges and innovations in the field, with a particular emphasis on agile decision-making processes, the role of sustainability in business strategy, and the increasing influence of artificial intelligence (AI). With contributions from a range of disciplines—including operations research, management, computer science, and organisational theory—the book presents a forward-looking and interdisciplinary perspective on project management.
“Our goal with this book was to explore contemporary industry problems and trends and related promising research areas, shedding light on the future of project management. It contains chapters that focus on new technology applications and organizational trends” said Professor Hazır.
The book is intended for academics, researchers, and practitioners alike, offering both state-of-the-art research insights and practical reflections. It serves as a valuable resource for project professionals who seek to remain at the forefront of their field.