Neural Networks - Multilayer Perception Inference on Project Procurement Management in VUCA Environments

Stephen Turkson, Patience Aboagyewaa and Rachid Ejjami

Abstract

Engineering, procurement and construction projects provide intricate and essential infrastructure and construction projects. However, these projects face multiple challenges and uncertainties (VUCA) (Kabirifar & Mojtahedi, 2019; Latha, 2020; Imoni et al., 2023; Bentahar & Belhadi, 2025). The VUCA era, characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, presents a challenging and unpredictable world where organizations and businesses face potential risks and challenges (Gunnarsdóttir, 2021; Fridgeirsson et al., 2021). VUCA characterizes the hard conditions and circumstances within which organizations function.

Keywords

• Neural Networks
• Multilayer Perceptron
• Project Procurement Management
• VUCA Environments
• Machine Learning in Construction
• Deep Learning
• Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC)
• Risk Mitigation
• Artificial Intelligence

Corresponding Author

Stephen Turkson, Machine Learning and Deep Learning Researcher, KNUST, Ghana.

Citation

Turkson, S., Aboagyewaa, P. and Ejjami, R. (2025). Neural Networks - Multilayer Perception Inference on Project Procurement Management in VUCA Environments. Economic Development & Global Markets, 1(1), 01-18.