The prime principle of success is what has been called the “Iron Triangle”, a principle which measures the project based on three perspectives: cost, time and quality In this sense, Burj Khalifa project also can be measured by the “Iron Triangle” method of evaluation.
But
• Success of a project should not be measured simply according to whether it finished on time and within the estimated budget only
• According to Wideman (1996) definition:
“project success is seen as a strategic management concept where project efforts must be aligned with the strategic long-term goals of the organization”
Success of Burj Khalifa Project
• Burj Khalifa was not just a project. It’s a milestone in the history of
Dubai which enhances the projection of Dubai in the modern world. • As we land on Dubai airport, this tower welcomes you with its shinning image from Arabian Sea.
• It’s a design of human intelligence which satisfied all its stakeholders with nothing below than positivity.
• As this is the tallest tower, the gravity was an issue which was solved with the design.
• The success of the project is that it is the only highest man made tower on the earth which was completed finally in 2010.
• Secondly, the world famous designer ARMANI opens its store in the tower.
• Also, the world famous business is going to open their offices in that tower.
• One of notable features of the project is that there are many constructions in a ‘suspended’ state in Dubai as a result of the economic situation at that time. Thus, the fact that the Burj Khalifa project was completed can be a yardstick for measuring its success as a project
• Subsequently, in a number of respects, overall outcomes of Burj Khalifa met its objectives. Hence, the project can be regarded as a successfully completed project. • “Burj Khalifa is the Arab World’s tribute to the Art and
Science of Modern Engineering and Design. Burj Khalifa symbolizes the artistic unison of many cultures –