Chennai: A new book titled “Managing Innovative AI Projects: The Imperative for AI-Specific Project Management” by Jayakumar K R and Prof. Alain Abran offers a groundbreaking framework to reverse the alarming 85% failure rate of artificial intelligence projects worldwide.

The book highlights a critical industry gap — while AI technologies have advanced rapidly, project management approaches have not evolved in tandem. The authors argue that the majority of AI initiatives falter not because of technological shortcomings but due to the misapplication of conventional project management methodologies.

Designed as a comprehensive field guide, the book introduces the AI Project Life Cycle (APLC) — a process-driven framework customized for AI's unique demands. It outlines strategies for managing technical and ethical risks, establishing measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and ensuring projects deliver scalable, trustworthy, and value-driven outcomes.

Industry experts have lauded the publication for its practical relevance. Sankaran Venkatramani, Partner at KPMG India, described it as “an indispensable guide… a strategic compass from concept to successful deployment,” while Kevin Moran, a U.S.-based business and technology executive, called it “a valuable reference for project leaders seeking to maximize the business, research, and ethical benefits of AI initiatives.”

About the Authors:
Jayakumar K R is an AI strategist and software engineering expert with over 30 years of experience in software product development possessing a Ph.D. from École de Technologie Supérieure, University of Quebec, leading the AI Task Force at COSMIC and mentors professionals through his writings on AI and software metrics.

Prof. Alain Abran, Emeritus Professor and global authority in software measurement, co-invented the COSMIC Function Point method. He served as executive co-editor of the SWEBOK Guide and authored several influential books published by Wiley and CRC Press.

“ Managing Innovative AI Projects” is available in India via Notion Press and globally on Amazon (Kindle and paperback).