Explanation
Portfolio management describes the process by which a company plans, evaluates and manages multiple initiatives collectively to achieve its strategic objectives. A portfolio may include projectsProjectA project is a temporary initiative with clearly defined objectives, resources, and a specific outcome., programs, products or investments.
At the core of portfolio management is the question of which initiatives should be prioritized in order to use available resources as effectively as possible. Factors such as strategic relevance, expected benefits, risks and required capacityCapacitySynonym for → AvailabilityGeneral term for available work capacity. are taken into account.
Through structured portfolio management, an organization gains transparency over ongoing initiatives and can make informed decisions about new projects or investments. Modern software solutions support this process by consolidating data on projects, resources and budgets in a central system.
Synonyms and Abbreviations
- Project Portfolio Governance: Term for managing a portfolio with a focus on projects.
Strategic Portfolio Management: Approach for long-term management of a portfolio aligned with the company’s strategy.
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