A Field Report
How GFT is rethinking its own software product development with Engenion
Many people talk about product portfolio management (PPM) – we live it
At GFT, we use our own Engenion solution not only for our customers, but also internally – in product development. Why? Because we ourselves experience how much clarity, control, and simplicity it brings.
In complex product landscapes, one thing is crucial: transparency and focus. Those responsible for product portfolios need to know:
- Which product initiatives contribute to our strategy?
- Where are we in the development process?
- How are budgets and resources developing?
- Where do we need to intervene before it becomes critical?
This is exactly where Engenion comes in – and makes the difference.
Why we use Engenion in product development
Engenion helps us structure and strategically prioritize the diversity of our product landscape.
- Progress, resources, and risks are visible at all times.
- We can identify early on where developments are stalling.
- Decisions are based on data – not gut feeling.
The result: greater clarity, less complexity, and significantly better control of our product roadmaps.
Real-time transparency & budget control
How far along are our product developments? How much of the budget has already been invested – and what are we getting in return?
With Engenion, we can see this in real time:
- Progress and budget are intelligently linked.
- Even with parallel development, we maintain an overview.
- Development becomes transparent – for everyone involved.
This creates trust and enables fact-based control. We recognize early on where adjustments need to be made – and where resources can be better utilized.
Jira interface: Seamless integration into our development processes
A key success factor: the Jira interface. Engenion integrates directly into our existing tool landscape:
- Development data flows automatically into the portfolio view.
- Status changes, progress, and effort are directly linked.
- No duplicate maintenance effort – full transparency with minimal effort.
This makes Engenion a central control tool without disrupting our developers’ familiar environment.
AI-supported prioritization – strategic control instead of just administration
Which product initiatives bring the greatest added value? Where is it worth investing resources?
Engenion uses AI methods to answer precisely these questions based on data:
- Progress, budget, and strategic relevance are all factored into the evaluation.
- The organization learns to manage itself better.
- We prioritize based on impact, not gut feeling.
This makes Engenion more than just a tool for us—it is our strategic compass for product development
Conclusion: Simplicity is the key
Product portfolio management doesn’t have to be complicated. With Engenion, we see how simple and effective management can be – when the right information is available at the right time.
Because we use Engenion ourselves, we understand our customers’ challenges all the better. And we are happy to show how other organizations can benefit from it too.
Would you like to learn how Engenion can simplify your product development and strengthen your strategy?
Let’s talk – we’ll share our practical experience and show you how you can benefit from greater transparency, control, and prioritization.
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