Scrum.org Community Podcast
Q & A About Product Portfolio Management - Part 1
Feb 13, 2025
Yuval Yeret, a Professional Scrum Trainer specializing in Agile product portfolio management, and Darrell Fernandes, an executive advisor and former CIO with deep experience in product thinking, delve into the intricacies of managing Agile portfolios. They discuss the significance of visualizing work, prioritizing investments through cost of delay, and the impact of quarterly business reviews. Key topics include structured funding strategies, adapting to market changes, and the essential role of effective discovery in product management.
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Quick takeaways
- Establishing a portfolio Kanban board helps teams visualize work, identify challenges, and focus on outcome-oriented goals effectively.
- Quarterly Business Reviews are essential for assessing progress in portfolio management, fostering transparency, and enabling organizations to adapt proactively.
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Starting Points for Effective Portfolio Management
Organizations often struggle with initiating product portfolio management, and it's crucial to identify where to start. The discussion highlights the importance of establishing flow and applying empiricism to visualize and manage ongoing initiatives effectively. By creating a portfolio Kanban board, teams can identify current challenges and improve upon them while focusing on outcome-oriented goals. It is recommended to begin with high-risk strategic initiatives to experiment with evidence-based management practices in a manageable context.
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