What is the primary purpose of a Portfolio Kanban?

The primary purpose of a Portfolio Kanban is to visualize work statuses. This tool provides an overview of the flow of work at the portfolio level, enabling organizations to understand the status of various initiatives, epics, and investments. By visualizing work items, teams can track progress, identify bottlenecks, and make informed decisions about prioritization and resource allocation. The Kanban board facilitates transparency, allowing stakeholders to see where work is in the process, helping to optimize and balance flow in alignment with strategic objectives.

While planning iterations, managing budgets, and supporting collaboration are valuable activities within an organization, they do not capture the central purpose of the Portfolio Kanban, which is specifically geared towards providing visibility into the progress and state of work across the portfolio.