Tempo: Adaptive Strategic Portfolio Management: Driving Measurable Value in 2026
Tempo Software — 2026 — Market Research
The 2026 State of SPM Report by Tempo Software highlights significant gaps between organizations' intentions for strategic alignment and their execution. Key findings indicate that strategic drift can cost organizations approximately $260 million annually for every $880 million in strategic spend, with 30% of projects failing to deliver meaningful ROI. The report emphasizes the importance of scenario planning and integrated portfolio management to enhance resource allocation and project success rates.
Key Statistics
- 30% of projects across surveyed organizations fail to deliver meaningful ROI or strategic value.
- Organizations using scenario planning software experience a 17-percentage-point advantage in ROI delivery.
- Only 37% of organizations with siloed processes report good or complete visibility across projects, compared to 82% of those with fully integrated processes.
- Less than half of siloed organizations can reallocate resources within two weeks of pivoting plans, versus 62% of integrated companies.
- 81% of Planners' projects deliver measurable ROI, compared to only 45% of Plodders' projects.
Key Takeaways
- Implement robust scenario planning capabilities to optimize resource allocation and ensure projects contribute to strategic goals.
- Establish cross-functional governance to enhance visibility and adaptability in portfolio management.
- Develop a common data model across all business units to standardize project, resource, and financial data.
- Promote a culture where project cancellation is viewed as a disciplined decision to reallocate resources to higher-value initiatives.
- Encourage frequent portfolio reviews to assess alignment and performance, enabling timely adjustments.
Cite as: Tempo Software. (2026). Tempo: Adaptive Strategic Portfolio Management: Driving Measurable Value in 2026. Retrieved from https://research.agilebrandguide.com/research/tempo-adaptive-strategic-portfolio-management-driving-measurable-value-in-2026