Asset lifecycle management for high-value portfolios isn't just about making smart acquisitions—it's about stewarding assets through every phase of their journey. Whether you're overseeing a family's generational wealth, managing institutional portfolios, or coordinating complex real estate projects, understanding the complete process can mean the difference between preserving value and watching it erode.   Most approaches focus heavily on the acquisition phase while treating everything afterward as maintenance. However, here's what we've learned from working with family offices, asset managers, and project managers across diverse portfolios: the real value creation—or destruction—happens during the management years between purchase and sale.   The Hidden Costs of Fragmented Asset Lifecycle Management   Think about the last major asset transition you managed. How many spreadsheets were involved? Moreover, how many phone calls to track down maintenance records, warranty information, or compliance documentation?   These…