On The Procedural Enhancement of Architectural Management Processes in Georgia

This paper explores architectural design processes through the Systems Engineering V-Model, critically examining practices within Georgia’s construction sector. The study focuses on challenges typical of transitional economies, where weak coordination and fragmented processes result in systemic inefficiencies. Decision-making authority is often concentrated in the hands of capital owners, while developers, architects, regulators, and suppliers are seldom integrated as parts of a unified process. Consequently, collaboration frequently relies on personal trust rather than structured systems. Georgia’s construction industry exemplifies these tendencies, marked by a weak client/developer institution, bureaucratic barriers, and skill shortages. Under such conditions, attention is typically directed toward the final product, with limited focus on production and organizational processes. A Central Focus Of The Paper Is The Architect’s Evolving Role — Understood Not Merely As A Designer, But As A Systems Integrator Responsible For Managing Interdisciplinary Interactions And Organizing The Design Process Efficiently. Methodologically, the study employs qualitative analysis, combining literature review, case studies, and semi-structured interviews with architects. Comparative sampling aligns theoretical models with real-world practices. The Systems Engineering approach, highlights the sequence and interdependence of design stages. Ultimately, the research establishes an integrated framework linking theory and practice, offering insights for academia, industry, and policy development in Georgia’s construction sector. The Study Seeks To Answer Two Main Questions: How does the design process operate according to the current practices in Georgia? And How can Systems Engineering approaches be applied to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the design process in Georgia? The findings reveal that in the contemporary context, the architect’s role extends beyond authorship — the architect becomes a coordinator with systems thinking capabilities, responsible for the entire lifecycle management of buildings. Within this framework, the V-model of Systems Engineering is examined as an effective tool for process management and optimization. The analysis of international practice demonstrates that the SE V-model provides a foundation for improving quality control, enabling more rational resource allocation, and ensuring greater transparency in project management. In conclusion, this research bridges theoretical analysis and practical experience, contributing significantly to both the academic understanding of systems-based architectural processes and the advancement of Georgia’s construction industry.