Strategic Portfolio Management Tops Enterprise Priorities, But Execution Lags

Unify disconnected data systems to align resources with strategy and improve overall SPM effectiveness.
Establish clear financial oversight for AI initiatives to ensure measurable project ROI.
Leverage AI-powered forecasting and scenario modeling to establish proactive planning that provides a competitive advantage.

SAN JOSE, Calif., February 17, 2026—Broadcom today unveiled the results of a new study that found only 44% of companies believe their Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM) processes are effective, despite 95% agreeing that SPM is critical to business success. A global survey of 401 executives and project leaders reveals that fragmented data, siloed systems, and constant project reshuffling are preventing organizations from aligning resources to strategy and measuring ROI, even for high-profile AI initiatives.

Here are a few key findings from this research:

SPM is critical, but execution is broken

SPM is widely acknowledged as essential, yet execution is failing. Most organizations lack connected data, forcing leaders to make decisions without a full view of priorities or resources. Not surprisingly, 63% report that half or more of the information needed for SPM resides in disconnected systems, creating misalignment and frequent project reprioritization.

The consequence is clear: Only 44% of companies believe their SPM processes are effective. Organizations that unify data and implement disciplined governance can gain visibility, reduce wasted effort, and finally turn strategic plans into measurable outcomes.

High-stakes AI projects lack financial oversight

AI initiatives are now top strategic priorities, but they reveal a deeper business crisis. Only 56% of companies can establish ROI for AI projects, and just 52% can track basic costs, such as cloud infrastructure. Without financial visibility, even the most critical investments are at risk of misalignment, inefficiency, and wasted resources.

Teams are managing complex, high-profile initiatives without reliable tracking or measurable outcomes. Organizations that fail to connect spending, resources, and results risk undermining both strategy and value creation on their most important projects.

AI-powered SPM is the transformational future

Ninety-nine percent of respondents believe AI can optimize SPM portfolios, with top capabilities including optimization (46%), forecasting (44%), and “what-if” scenario modeling. Leaders also stress that oversight (63%) and transparency (60%) are essential to trust AI recommendations.

AI offers the chance to move from reactive project management to proactive, strategy-driven execution. By combining analytics with governance, organizations can make faster, smarter decisions, align resources to strategy, and model outcomes in minutes rather than weeks. With proper oversight, AI can transform planning from a cumbersome process into a measurable competitive advantage.

“The survey results send a clear message: SPM practices are considered critical, but SPM execution is often broken. Organizations that unify data, strengthen governance, and leverage AI insights will be best positioned to align projects to strategy, optimize resources, and deliver measurable business outcomes, turning planning from a reactive exercise into a strategic advantage,” stated Brian Nathanson, head of Clarity at Broadcom.

To learn more, download the full report revealing the current trends in SPM.

About ValueOps by Broadcom

ValueOps® by Broadcom is the leading enterprise Value Stream Management (VSM) platform. With capabilities that bring together Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM), Agile Management (Agile PPM), Value Stream Integration, and Enterprise Analytics, only ValueOps uniquely accelerates digital transformation by improving visibility, alignment, and efficiency at every stage of value creation.

With ValueOps, the seamless convergence of Clarity®, Rally®, ConnectALL™, and Insights in one platform empowers leaders at every level to plan, fund, manage, track, and optimize using a common data model and value orientation. With the widest range of features and the ultimate AI for value stream management, only ValueOps is built to align strategy, investments, people, and work across the entire enterprise.

About Broadcom

Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO) is a global technology leader that designs, develops and supplies a broad range of semiconductor and infrastructure software solutions. Broadcom’s category-leading product portfolio serves critical markets, including data center, networking, enterprise software, broadband, wireless, storage, and industrial. Our solutions include data center networking and storage, enterprise, mainframe, and cyber security software focused on automation, monitoring and security, smartphone components, telecoms, and factory automation. For more information, go to www.broadcom.com.