Portfolio Management Analysis

Do you find yourself facing these problems everyday

  1. Projects not aligned with the overall business strategy and objectives.
  2. Overcommitting resources to multiple projects, leading to resource bottlenecks and delays.
  3. Difficulty in determining which projects to prioritize based on strategic value and resource allocation.
  4. Failure to identify and manage risks at the portfolio level, increasing the likelihood of project failures.
  5. Limited visibility into the performance, status, and dependencies of individual projects.
  6. Ineffective management of dependencies between projects, leading to delays and disruptions.
  7. Inability to optimize the portfolio to maximize returns and minimize risks.
  8. Difficulty in adapting the portfolio in response to changing market conditions or business priorities.
  9. Lack of effective performance metrics to assess portfolio success and identify areas for improvement.
  10. Insufficient knowledge sharing and collaboration across projects, leading to duplication of effort and missed opportunities.
  11. Limited project and portfolio management skills.

Example of Our Method and Tailored Solution

  1. Conduct a comprehensive portfolio review and resource assessment:
    • Use SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) and performance diagnostics as an example.
  2. Solution Development:
    • Implement Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to pinpoint issues and develop targeted interventions.
  3. Prioritize solutions based on strategic alignment and resource availability
    • Utilize a Weighted Scoring Model to rank solutions by impact and feasibility.
  4. Develop a detailed implementation plan
    • Technique: Use Gantt Charts for scheduling and resource allocation, and develop a Risk Mitigation Plan.
  5. Implementation:
    • Recommend project Management Software for tracking progress and dependencies.
    • Agile methodologies for iterative improvements.
  6. Monitor the implementation and make necessary adjustments
    • Use Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to track progress and make data-driven decisions.
  7. Review the outcomes and optimize the portfolio management process
    • Conduct Post-Implementation Reviews and Continuous Improvement cycles using Lean Six Sigma.
  8. Knowledge Record and Training
    • Record lessons learned.
    • Make necessary training to cover the skills gaps.
    • Training for the new system.
    • Build a training guide for future use for new employees.