What is the Forrester Wave™ for Strategic Portfolio Management Tools, Q2 2026?

The Forrester Wave™: Strategic Portfolio Management Tools, Q2 2026 is an independent evaluation by Forrester Research that assesses and ranks SPM software vendors across current offering, strategy, and market presence criteria. In the Q2 2026 edition, Forrester evaluated 13 SPM providers across 22 criteria, giving enterprise buyers a structured, vendor-neutral framework to compare platforms and select the right solution for their needs.

How did Cora Systems perform in the Forrester Wave™ 2026 SPM report?

Cora Systems was named a Strong Performer in the Forrester Wave™: Strategic Portfolio Management Tools, Q2 2026. Cora received the highest score possible in three key criteria — investment management, forecasting, and budget management — as well as the highest score in the supporting services and offerings criterion. This places Cora among the leading SPM vendors for large enterprises managing complex, regulated project portfolios.

What type of organisation is Cora Systems best suited for?

According to Forrester, Cora Systems best suits large organisations in heavily regulated environments that have significant reporting and risk management requirements. Cora serves enterprises across industries including Aerospace & Defense, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Oil, Gas & Energy, and Government — sectors where compliance, financial control, and portfolio complexity are critical factors in SPM tool selection.

What does Cora Systems' Strategic Portfolio Management platform do?

Cora's SPM platform unifies portfolio, program, financial, and resource management in a single system of record. Key capabilities include investment management and budget forecasting, Earned Value Management (EVM), workforce and resource planning, strategy execution and alignment, data analytics and AI-driven insights, subcontractor and supply chain management, and project controls. This gives executive and portfolio leaders the visibility, control, and insight needed to deliver successful outcomes at scale.

What measurable business outcomes have Cora customers achieved?

Cora customers have reported significant, quantifiable results: a $200 million reduction in cost overruns (Honeywell), a $2.5 million increase in planned savings annually (Genentech), a 10% reduction in operational execution costs (MDS Aero), and $3.5 billion in portfolios consolidated into a single platform (TasNetworks). These outcomes reflect Cora's focus on delivering financial control, portfolio visibility, and operational efficiency for complex enterprise environments.

What do Cora customers value most about the platform?

Based on Forrester's evaluation, Cora customers particularly value three things: decision support — enabling leadership to make faster, data-driven portfolio decisions; a single source of truth for all project, financial, and resource data across the enterprise; and outstanding implementation support from the Cora team. The supporting services and offerings criterion received the highest possible score in the Forrester Wave evaluation, underscoring Cora's commitment to long-term customer success.

Does Cora Systems include AI capabilities in its SPM platform?

Yes. Cora's platform includes Data Analytics & AI capabilities, including an AI-powered Assistant, to help portfolio and program leaders surface insights, automate routine analysis, and support faster, more informed decision-making. The platform's AI features are designed specifically for the needs of complex, regulated industries where data accuracy, auditability, and governance are non-negotiable requirements.

Which industries does Cora Systems serve?

Cora Systems has deep expertise across industries where portfolio complexity and regulatory compliance are paramount, including Aerospace & Defense, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Manufacturing, Oil, Gas & Energy and Renewables, Government and Government Contracting, Engineering and Construction, and Financial Services. The platform includes industry-specific configurations — such as Cora GovCon for government contractors and Cora Edge for advanced enterprise portfolios — to address the unique compliance and reporting demands of each sector.

How can I access the full Forrester Wave™ SPM Q2 2026 report?

You can download the full Forrester Wave™: Strategic Portfolio Management Tools, Q2 2026 report directly from the Cora Systems website at https://corasystems.com/forrester-spm-wave-2026-cora-systems. The report includes Forrester's independent evaluation of all 13 SPM vendors assessed, detailed scoring across 22 criteria, and guidance to help enterprise buyers select the right SPM solution. Complete the form on the page to receive your complimentary copy.

How does Cora Systems compare to other SPM vendors evaluated in the Forrester Wave?

The Forrester Wave™ Q2 2026 evaluated 13 SPM providers across 22 criteria covering current offering, strategy, and market presence. Cora distinguished itself by achieving the highest possible scores in investment management, forecasting, budget management, and supporting services. Cora's strategy centres on delivering successful project outcomes specifically within highly regulated industries — a differentiator that sets it apart from more generalist SPM platforms. The full report is available at https://corasystems.com/forrester-spm-wave-2026-cora-systems.

Cora Systems named a Strong Performer in The Forrester Wave™: Strategic Portfolio Management Tools, Q2 2026

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Forresters Take from the report

"Cora Systems best suits large organizations in heavily regulated environments that have significant reporting and risk management requirements"

- The Forrester Wave™: Strategic Portfolio Management Tools, Q2 2026

Built for Complex Project Portfolios

Cora Systems helps large enterprises manage complex project portfolios - including organizations in Aerospace & Defense, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Oil, Gas & Energy, and Government. Our platform unifies portfolio, program, financial, and resource management so leaders get the visibility, control, and AI-driven insight they need to deliver successful outcomes.

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$200m

Reduction in cost overruns

$2.5m

Increase in planned savings annually

10%

Reduction in operational execution costs

$3.5bn

Portfolios consolidated in a single platform

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