What happens to portfolio management when AI can help organizations build, analyze, and decide faster? Does AI make Portfolio Managers less important, or does it make strategic portfolio leadership even more critical? In this episode of P3M with Kailash Upadhyay, I sit down with Sachin Hattangadi, a recently PfMP-certified professional, to go beyond the badge and explore what the PfMP certification journey really teaches you about strategic thinking, portfolio prioritization, governance, investment decisions, and value realization. One idea from our conversation captures the changing role of portfolio management perfectly: AI can help us make faster decisions. Portfolio leaders have to make sure we're making the right decisions. We discuss why organizations today need to move beyond asking “Can we build it?” and start asking “Should we invest in it?” Sachin also shares his personal PfMP journey, including the application process, panel review, exam preparation, mentoring support, challenges along the way, and what changed for him after earning the certification. If you're preparing for PfMP, considering the certification, or already working in portfolio management, this conversation can help you understand what lies beyond the exam. You'll also discover practical insights on strategic alignment, prioritization, governance, resource allocation, value delivery, AI and portfolio management, and the mindset shift from delivery management to value leadership. And for PfMP aspirants, Sachin answers some brutally practical questions: Who should pursue PfMP?What is the biggest mistake aspirants make before they even start?What really makes the panel review challenging?Can a busy working professional prepare for PfMP?Is PfMP about memorizing concepts or developing strategic thinking?And where can AI help in your PfMP preparation, and where does human judgment still matter?If you're serious about your PfMP certification journey, watch this episode before you begin your preparation. Some of these insights could help you avoid the mistakes that make the journey longer and harder than it needs to be. And if this conversation has motivated you to take the next step in your PfMP journey, Addon Skills can help you turn that intent into action. We have helped the highest number of professionals worldwide achieve their PfMP certification, with structured preparation, application guidance, panel review support, and expert mentoring. Ready to start your PfMP certification journey? Explore the upcoming PfMP cohort, course details, and registration information here: 👉 https://www.addonskills.com/certifications/pfmp 🎙️ Guest: Sachin Hattangadi 🎤 Host: Kailash Upadhyay📚 Topic: PfMP Certification | Portfolio Management | Strategic Portfolio Leadership | AI & Portfolio Management Subscribe to P3M with Kailash Upadhyay for more conversations, insights, and practical guidance for the global Project, Program, and Portfolio Management community.
