The downtown Kingston and Saint Andrew Centre were built for $400 million JAD in 2010 (Reid, 2012). The Centre is owned by the Jamaican Urban Development Corporation (UDC) and was formerly managed and operated by the Kingston and Saint Andrew Municipal Corporation (KSAMC) (Reid, 2012). Built as a multipurpose bus and taxi part the centre’s main function was to alleviate traffic congestion in downtown Kingston, especially in the parade area. The centre has become dilapidated and unmanageable due to a lack of usage by transport operators, commuters, implementation, enforcement, and a failure to have an effective transportation policy (Teachdem. n.d.).
Why was this project done and who are the main stakeholders? Which stakeholder (s) benefited from the project, and which did not? Who should be held accountable for this project?
2. Outline a detailed approach to successfully manage a similar project in the future. (Hint: Place special emphasis on stakeholders, risks, and scope).
3. Was this project successful in delivering value to Jamaica? Critically explain your answer.
4. Identify the main reasons for the project’s failure.
