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- [Narrator] Portfolio management can be intimidating, but really, it's simply large-scale visioning and prioritization. I cannot understate the importance of getting your portfolio in order. Without clear direction, teams can only succeed on a small scale. The largest benefits of agile can only be realized with a healthy portfolio. So, how to begin? Well, I like to start with the project request intake. Traditionally, organizations would create highly detailed business cases. Often, these could take months to complete. As we know, business demands change on a dime these days, so spending that much time upfront on the request is a waste. So, keep the request form simple. There are many sample templates for project requests online. Find one that's a simple, one-page request and modify it to suit your needs. Keep it simple. Requesting work should take minimal effort. Analysis will happen as work is considered for…

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