TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION AND ITS IMPACT ON CONTRACTOR EFFICIENCY IN RWANDA'S LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROJECTS

This research investigates the impact of technology adoption on contractor efficiency in Rwanda's local government projects. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the study collected data through structured interviews, surveys, and secondary sources, analyzed quantitatively and qualitatively. The findings reveal that technology integration led to an 89% increase in adoption rates between 2018 and 2021, a 33% reduction in project completion time (from 18 months to 12 months), and a sixfold productivity growth (from 5% to 30%). Moreover, cost overruns reduced by 62.5%, and project quality improved by 35.7%. Statistical analysis, including t-tests and regression models, validated these outcomes (p < 0.05). Despite these advancements, challenges such as high initial costs and inadequate training persist. The study recommends financial support for digital tools, expanded training programs, robust policy frameworks, and continuous impact evaluation. These steps are essential to sustain the positive trajectory of technology-driven efficiency in Rwanda’s public projects.