About this feature: RFG's Michael Dortch believes that portal deployments are continuing to gain ground, especially in larger enterprises and especially for internal use. However, recent survey findings indicate significant inconsistencies in deployment of portals for lines of business (LOBs) and external constituents. IT executives should focus efforts on achieving consistency in portal deployments across their enterprises, and greater inclusion of input and support from senior executives and LOB managers. These efforts can lead to faster, less costly, more broadly supported, and more successful portal deployments at any enterprise.