The Best of Both Worlds: Combining Adaptability and Strategy in Portfolio Management

Leaders must balance detailed short-term planning flexibility and strategic alignment to manage portfolios effectively. Most portfolio management platforms emphasize only one of these competencies at the expense of the other. For example, organizations striving for adaptability may stray too far from strategic goals, while organizations emphasizing strategy may be too rigid to react to near-term constraints....

An AI-Driven Framework for Accelerating Software Development

Software development teams face increasing pressure to deliver high-quality products faster than ever. To meet these demands, organizations are turning to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Value Stream Management (VSM) as powerful solutions that can streamline their processes and enhance productivity. By integrating AI capabilities into VSM practices, businesses can unlock new levels of efficiency, decision-making...

The Art Behind Becoming a Strategic PMO Leader

Discover how Athena Smith’s strategies can transform your PMO into a true partner that empowers teams. Learn to drive people-centric change and use AI for smarter prioritization.