Effect of Management Practices on Tanzania Ports Performance; A Case of Dar es Salaam Port.

Shagihilu, Bahati Benjamin (2024) Effect of Management Practices on Tanzania Ports Performance; A Case of Dar es Salaam Port. Masters thesis, The Open University of Tanzania.

PDF - Submitted Version Available under License Creative Commons Attribution. Download (742kB)

Abstract

This study examines the impact of management practices on the performance of Tanzania Ports, specifically focusing on Dar es Salaam Port. The primary objective is to analyze how management practices employed by the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) influence the port's performance. The research is guided by three specific objectives: assessing the effects of strategic plan, stakeholder collaboration, and performance measurement on the port's performance. The study is grounded in positivism, emphasizing objective data and statistical analysis to understand the relationships between management practices and port performance. The research adopts an explanatory design to establish causal links between these practices and outcomes. A quantitative approach was used, targeting individuals with direct experience in port operations, including employees at various management levels within TPA. A sample size of 350 respondents was selected to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the management practices at Dar es Salaam Port. Data collection involved structured questionnaires that captured detailed information on the respondents' experiences and perceptions. The data was analyzed using descriptive statistics to identify key trends and regression analysis to explore the relationships between management practices and port performance. The findings highlight that strategic planning, effective stakeholder collaboration (especially when facilitated by digital communication), and performance measurement significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of port operations. Educational background was found to influence strategic planning, and integrating management practices with advanced technology was shown to further improve port performance. These insights suggest that adopting these effective management practices can enhance the performance of Dar es Salaam Port, ultimately supporting Tanzania's broader economic development. Keywords: Port, Management practices, Strategic plan, Stakeholder collaboration, Performance measurement.

Actions (login required)

View Item