13. Balanced Portfolio Techniques in Action

In this chapter, I present several scenarios and suggest how to develop and maintain a balanced portfolio using presented techniques. There are as many different strategies to achieving a balanced portfolio as there are strategists. Each organization is unique, with a unique set of strengths and weaknesses. You need to select the set of techniques that’s right for you.

This book is not a cookbook—it’s designed to inspire.

Portfolio Management for Research-Driven Organizations

I once led a workshop for project managers and technical leads in project management at a large research-driven company. The attendees looked forward to the class because they were overworked and very few projects were successful. ...

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