An overview on Sustainability in project management

Despite growing recognition of the importance of sustainability in project management, its precise meaning and effective integration remain complex. This article focuses on this critical topic, aiming to analyze and organize existing knowledge in the literature and identify potential pathways forward. The article employs a literature review; the review categorizes key findings into thematic sections. It investigates the expansion of the Triple Bottom Line (TBL) framework within project management contexts, exploring additional dimensions beyond economic, environmental, and social considerations. Furthermore, it examines the evolving role of sustainability in project success, highlighting both its direct contributions and indirect benefits. The article then delves into specific sustainable project processes, including their benefits and challenges. Finally, it mentions critical success factors and indicators for successfully implementing sustainability within project management frameworks. Ultimately, this analysis emphasizes the need for a nuanced understanding of sustainability's multifaceted nature in project management

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Sustainability , Project management , Sustainable indicators , Critical sustainable factors , sustainability practices