Study goals
This study aims to report the implementation of portfolio management in a non-projectized organizational structure through a Go-To-Market (GTM) project, highlighting the challenges faced and the results achieved in the process of strategic transformation.
Relevance / originality
This study contributes by presenting the practical application of portfolio management in a functional structure, a scenario rarely explored in the literature, revealing the challenges of organizational transformation and proposing a replicable model for companies seeking effective strategic alignment.
Methodology / approach
The methodology used was action research, including semi-structured interviews, document analysis, and collaboration with a specialized consultancy. The project was structured in five waves, involving organizational diagnosis, strategic planning, PMO implementation, and portfolio management with continuous monitoring.
Main results
The organization advanced in project maturity, structured the PMO, defined roles and responsibilities, adopted the Balanced Scorecard, and consolidated portfolio management. Improvements were seen in strategic alignment, project execution efficiency, and the evolution of the organizational culture.
Theoretical / methodological contributions
The study expands the practical application of portfolio management in non-projectized structures, reinforces the PMO’s role in strategic transformation, and proposes a replicable methodological approach integrating theory and practice based on maturity models and strategic planning frameworks.
Social / management contributions
The study provides tools for managers facing transformation challenges in functional structures, promoting greater efficiency, strategic alignment, and a project-oriented culture. Socially, it strengthens governance practices and structured management, positively impacting organizational sustainability and competitiveness.