CAPEX Planning: The Most Expensive Habit in Critical Infrastructure
What annual capex budgeting really costs, and what replacing it is worth For leaders of capital portfolios in energy and critical infrastructure. The thesis. Annual capex budgeting feels like control. In reality it consumes capacity, distorts cash flow and holds back value. In the middle of the largest investment cycle this industry has seen, that […]
Capital Investment Planning Software for Utilities – Plan Smarter, Invest Better
Uffective’s capital investment planning software for utilities helps you prioritise projects, optimise budgets and meet regulatory demands. Explore key features and benefits.
Can a Portfolio Manager Have Friends?
Why effective portfolio management is as much about people as it is about governance Portfolio managers are often seen as decision-makers who must say no. They evaluate proposals, prioritise investments and balance competing interests. But does that mean they stand alone in the organisation? In the latest Uffective Boost Podcast, Markus Lause explores this question with […]
From Wishlist to Impact
How to Rethink IT Budgeting How do organizations decide which IT projects to prioritise – and which to postpone? Often, it’s an invisible boundary, the so-called “Red Line” that determines which projects receive funding and which remain on the wish list. In the latest episode of the Uffective Boost Podcast, Markus Lause and Dr. Mark […]
“I Can See Clearly Now” – Increased Transparency in Resource Management
Transparency is the key to truly understanding projects, teams, and roles — not just retrospectively, but proactively. Those who have clear visibility into their resources can take action before bottlenecks appear. Management can act instead of react. In practice, this means bringing together different perspectives. A Project Manager needs a clear overview of ongoing projects […]
Integrated Resource Management: Faster Projects, Better Utilisation
Projects run on people – and people only have a finite number of hours to give. That’s where the paradox begins: strategy demands speed and impact, yet resources are scarce, overstretched or misallocated. The result is all too familiar: lead times slip because critical roles are constantly booked, while other capacities remain idle. Decisions about […]
SAP Meets PPM – How a PPM solution can improve your SAP data?
In Episode 12 of the Uffective Boost Podcast, we explore how integrating SAP with a modern PPM solution can simplify complexity, improve data quality, and make project financials work more smoothly. Our guest, Dr. Tobias Hartwich, manages a €600 million IT portfolio at E.ON. Together with Uffective CEO Dr. Mark van der Pas, he shares […]
Leading means prioritising – the key to successful portfolio management!
In Episode 11 of the Uffective Boost Podcast, we dive into one of the most pressing questions in enterprise leadership today: How can project portfolio management (PPM) be implemented successfully – and in a way that truly delivers results? Our guest, Prof. Dr. Wolfram Pietsch, brings over 30 years of experience in research and practice, […]
Change Management in IT Management: How to Kick the Impact of your IT into the next gear
Behavior of Organisational Agents on Managing Information Technology At Uffective, we understand that IT leaders face constant pressure to make the right investment decisions, improve project efficiency, and maximise the value of existing IT assets. That’s why we don’t just rely on theoretical models—we deliver real, measurable results. One of the most valuable insights we’ve […]
Improving Gate Decision Making Rationality with Machine Learning
Enhancing Gate Decision-Making With Machine Learning In today’s fast-paced and competitive landscape, effective decision-making in innovation portfolio management is becoming increasingly complex. As organizations seek to optimise their investments, the role of data and advanced technologies like machine learning (ML) is evolving from experimental to essential. But how can ML genuinely enhance the rationality of […]