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Morningstar Office from Morningstar, Inc.
Portfolio management platform with research, reporting, client management, and billing capabilities. Includes performance reporting, investment planning tools, and access to Morningstar's investment research and analytics.
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Client Management
(9 Yes /9 Known /12 Possible features)
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Client profile management Ability to create and maintain comprehensive client profiles with demographic, financial, and preference information |
Platform provides client management, and the ability to maintain client profiles as part of its CRM features. | |
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Relationship mapping Capability to map and visualize client relationships, family structures, and associated entities |
Relationship mapping is available via family tree and household/entity management features, as listed on product documentation. | |
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Client segmentation Tools to segment clients based on assets, revenue, risk profile, or custom criteria |
Client segmentation by custom criteria is a reported feature of the platform for practice management. | |
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Contact management System to track all client interactions, communications, and touchpoints |
Contact management is integral to the CRM built into Morningstar Office. | |
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Client onboarding workflow Structured process for onboarding new clients with necessary documentation and compliance checks |
Client onboarding workflow including compliance and documentation is available, per product guides. | |
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Digital client portal Self-service portal for clients to view portfolio information and interact with advisors |
Digital client portal is offered for client self-service, as confirmed by solution overview. | |
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Client documents repository Secure storage and organization of client documents and contracts |
Document repository for secure client documents is advertised as a feature. | |
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Communication preferences Management of client communication preferences and frequency |
Supports management of client communication preferences in CRM. | |
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Service level tracking Tools to monitor and ensure service level agreements are met for different client segments |
No information available | |
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Client retention analytics Metrics and tools to identify at-risk clients and support retention strategies |
Analytics available to support client retention, including at-risk client identification. | |
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Next best action recommendations AI-driven suggestions for appropriate next steps in client engagement |
No information available | |
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Client capacity Maximum number of client profiles the system can efficiently manage |
No information available |
Portfolio Construction & Management
(12 Yes /12 Known /13 Possible features)
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Model portfolio construction Tools to create and maintain model portfolios for different investment strategies |
Model portfolio construction and management are central investment functions per product details. | |
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Asset allocation Functionality to design and implement strategic and tactical asset allocation |
Asset allocation tools included as core portfolio construction features. | |
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Portfolio rebalancing Automated or manual rebalancing tools to maintain target allocations |
Automated and manual portfolio rebalancing supported as a standard feature. | |
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Drift monitoring Tools to monitor portfolio drift from target allocations |
Portfolio drift monitoring capabilities available according to documentation. | |
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Tax harvesting Capability to identify and execute tax-loss harvesting opportunities |
Tax harvesting available as a feature per platform documentation. | |
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Custom constraints Ability to set and enforce custom portfolio constraints (sector limits, ESG factors, etc.) |
Users can set and maintain custom portfolio constraints (sector, ESG, etc.) in the system. | |
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Cash management Tools to manage cash positions and flows within portfolios |
Cash management tools are built into the system per the product description. | |
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Multi-currency support Capability to manage portfolios across multiple currencies |
Multi-currency support is available for international portfolios as stated in system specifications. | |
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Alternative investments integration Support for incorporating and tracking alternative investments in portfolios |
Supports tracking of alternative investments in portfolios, per feature list. | |
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Investment policy compliance Tools to ensure portfolios comply with client investment policy statements |
Compliance with investment policy statements is supported through platform compliance tools. | |
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What-if scenarios Capability to model different portfolio scenarios before implementation |
Enables 'what-if' scenario modeling for portfolio construction and planning. | |
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Bulk order generation Ability to generate orders across multiple portfolios efficiently |
Bulk order generation is supported for efficient trade workflows as described on website. | |
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Rebalancing speed Time required to analyze and generate rebalancing recommendations for portfolios |
No information available |
Investment Research & Analysis
(10 Yes /10 Known /13 Possible features)
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Security research database Comprehensive database of investment securities with detailed information |
Includes access to Morningstar’s comprehensive security research database. | |
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Market data integration Real-time or delayed market data feeds integrated into the platform |
Market data integration, both delayed and real-time, is offered as part of the platform. | |
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Fundamental analysis tools Tools for fundamental analysis of stocks, bonds, and other securities |
Fundamental analysis tools are a core Morningstar Office capability. | |
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Technical analysis Charts and tools for technical analysis of security price movements |
Technical analysis functionality is supported within portfolio tools. | |
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ESG screening Tools to screen and analyze investments based on environmental, social, and governance factors |
ESG screening tools available via integration with Morningstar sustainability data. | |
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Research report integration Integration with third-party research reports and analysis |
Integration with Morningstar and third-party research reports is a key platform capability. | |
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Customizable screening Ability to create and save custom screening criteria for investments |
Customizable screening for investments is present in screening tools. | |
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Investment ideas workflow Process for generating, evaluating, and implementing investment ideas |
Investment ideas workflow, including research to implementation, is supported by the product. | |
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Macroeconomic data analysis Tools to analyze and incorporate macroeconomic trends into investment decisions |
Macroeconomic data integration for research and analysis is offered. | |
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Alternative data sources Integration with alternative data sources for investment insights |
No information available | |
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AI-powered insights Machine learning tools to identify patterns and generate investment insights |
No information available | |
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Market sentiment analysis Tools to analyze market sentiment from news, social media, and other sources |
Market sentiment analysis is available based on integrated news and research analysis. | |
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Securities coverage Number of securities covered in the research database |
No information available |
Risk Management
(11 Yes /11 Known /13 Possible features)
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Risk profiling Tools to assess and document client risk tolerance and capacity |
Platform provides client risk profiling tools as part of financial planning. | |
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Portfolio risk analytics Measurement of portfolio risk metrics (standard deviation, VaR, etc.) |
Portfolio risk analytics including VaR and standard deviation, available within the analytics suite. | |
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Stress testing Capability to stress test portfolios under different market scenarios |
Stress testing can be performed on portfolios as documented by the platform help center. | |
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Monte Carlo simulations Tools to run Monte Carlo simulations for portfolio outcomes |
Monte Carlo simulation tools are an option for scenario analysis within financial planning. | |
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Factor-based risk analysis Analysis of portfolio exposure to various risk factors |
Supports factor-based risk analysis as a component of performance/risk reporting. | |
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Concentration risk monitoring Tools to identify and monitor concentration risks in portfolios |
Provides concentration risk monitoring among risk analytics features. | |
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Downside protection tools Features to implement and monitor downside protection strategies |
Various tools for downside protection tracking can be customized in the platform. | |
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Liquidity risk management Tools to assess and manage portfolio liquidity risks |
Portfolio and position liquidity risk management are supported by risk analytics. | |
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Counterparty risk tracking Monitoring of exposure to various counterparties |
No information available | |
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Risk-adjusted performance metrics Calculation of risk-adjusted performance measures (Sharpe ratio, Information ratio, etc.) |
Morningstar Office provides risk-adjusted performance metrics including Sharpe and Information Ratio. | |
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Pre-trade compliance checks Automated checking of trades against risk parameters before execution |
Pre-trade compliance checks are included in the trading and risk modules. | |
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Risk exception alerting Automated alerts when portfolios exceed risk thresholds |
Risk exception alerting is available through compliance module and custom reporting. | |
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Scenario analysis capacity Number of different market scenarios available for stress testing |
No information available |
Performance Reporting
(12 Yes /12 Known /13 Possible features)
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Performance calculation Accurate calculation of time-weighted and money-weighted returns |
Performance calculation supports time-weighted and money-weighted returns. | |
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Benchmark comparison Tools to compare portfolio performance against relevant benchmarks |
Portfolio and account performance can be compared to relevant benchmarks. | |
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Attribution analysis Performance attribution to identify sources of returns |
Performance attribution analysis provided in reporting features. | |
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Custom reporting Ability to create customized performance reports |
Reports can be customized and scheduled, as confirmed by the platform capabilities. | |
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Interactive dashboards Interactive dashboards for exploring performance data |
Offers interactive dashboards for performance and analytics review. | |
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Scheduled reporting Automated generation and distribution of scheduled reports |
Automated and scheduled report generation/distribution are available. | |
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Multi-period analysis Performance analysis across different time periods |
Supports multi-period analysis in performance reporting. | |
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Composite reporting Capability to create and report on performance composites |
Composite reporting (GIPS composites, etc.) can be generated. | |
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GIPS compliance Support for Global Investment Performance Standards compliance |
Supports GIPS-compliant performance reporting. | |
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Peer group comparison Tools to compare performance against peer groups |
Peer group and benchmark comparisons can be set up in performance analytics. | |
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Tax-aware reporting Performance reporting that accounts for tax impacts |
Provides tax-aware and after-tax performance reporting. | |
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Mobile reporting access Access to performance reports via mobile devices |
Performance reports are accessible via mobile devices/web portal. | |
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Report generation time Average time to generate comprehensive performance reports |
No information available |
Financial Planning Integration
(12 Yes /12 Known /13 Possible features)
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Financial planning tools Integrated or connected tools for comprehensive financial planning |
Includes comprehensive financial planning tools and integrations. | |
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Goal-based planning Capability to define, track, and manage client financial goals |
Goal-based planning is built into the client planning workflows. | |
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Retirement planning Specialized tools for retirement scenario planning |
Retirement planning modules are a featured capability. | |
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Estate planning integration Features to incorporate estate planning considerations into wealth management |
Estate planning inputs and reporting are provided in planning functions. | |
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Tax planning Tools to optimize portfolio management for tax efficiency |
Built-in tax planning and optimization tools are included. | |
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Cash flow modeling Capabilities for projecting and analyzing client cash flows |
Cash flow modeling as part of planning module is included. | |
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Insurance needs analysis Tools to assess and incorporate insurance planning into wealth management |
Insurance needs analysis as a planning feature is mentioned in documentation. | |
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Education funding planning Features for planning and managing education funding goals |
Education funding planning tools available within the financial planning module. | |
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Plan vs. actual tracking Tools to compare actual results against financial plan projections |
Provides tools for comparing plan vs. actual investment outcomes. | |
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Life event planning Support for planning around major life events (marriage, home purchase, etc.) |
Enables planning for life events like home purchase, marriage, etc. | |
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Scenario comparison Ability to create and compare different planning scenarios |
Supports scenario comparison in financial planning workflows. | |
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Client-facing plan visualizations Interactive visualizations of financial plans for client presentations |
Includes client-friendly plan visualizations. | |
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Planning scenarios capacity Maximum number of planning scenarios that can be compared simultaneously |
No information available |
Trading & Order Management
(10 Yes /10 Known /13 Possible features)
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Order management system Comprehensive system for creating, tracking, and managing investment orders |
Investment order management system provided as standard trading feature. | |
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Trade execution Capabilities for executing trades directly or through connected systems |
Supports direct trade execution and trading through connected brokerages. | |
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Pre-trade compliance Automated checking of orders against compliance rules before execution |
Pre-trade compliance included as part of compliance/trading module. | |
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Allocation management Tools for managing the allocation of block trades across multiple accounts |
Allows allocation management of block trades. | |
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Trading algorithms Access to algorithmic trading strategies |
Algorithmic trading options available for selected asset classes. | |
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FIX connectivity Financial Information eXchange protocol support for connecting to trading venues |
No information available | |
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Multi-broker support Ability to route orders to multiple brokers and trading venues |
Multi-broker support for routed trades exists per marketing documentation. | |
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Trade cost analysis Tools to analyze and optimize trading costs |
Provides post-trade analysis, including TCA. | |
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Order staging and waves Capabilities for staging and releasing orders in waves |
No information available | |
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Trade settlement tracking Monitoring of trade settlement process and exceptions |
Tracks trade settlement with exception reporting. | |
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Trading calendar Integrated calendar of market trading days and holidays |
Built-in trading calendar with holiday schedules. | |
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Order approval workflow Configurable workflows for order review and approval |
Order approval workflows can be configured for trading compliance. | |
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Order processing capacity Maximum number of orders the system can process per minute |
No information available |
Compliance & Regulatory
(6 Yes /6 Known /13 Possible features)
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Regulatory reporting Tools for generating required regulatory reports |
Regulatory reporting functionalities are integrated for compliance. | |
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Compliance rule engine Configurable engine to define and enforce compliance rules |
Configurable compliance rule engine is available. | |
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AML/KYC integration Anti-Money Laundering and Know Your Customer compliance tools |
AML/KYC workflow and compliance checks are included. | |
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Suitability assessment Tools to assess and document investment suitability for clients |
Suitability assessment can be performed and documented via compliance workflow. | |
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Audit trail Comprehensive tracking of all system activities for audit purposes |
Audit trail feature is available for compliance monitoring. | |
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Fiduciary documentation Tools to document compliance with fiduciary responsibilities |
No information available | |
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Code of ethics monitoring Features to monitor and enforce code of ethics compliance |
No information available | |
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Personal trading oversight Tools to monitor personal trading activities of employees |
No information available | |
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Best execution analysis Analysis tools to demonstrate best execution practices |
Best execution analysis tools are available in post-trade modules. | |
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Compliance attestations Workflow for periodic compliance attestations and certifications |
No information available | |
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Regulatory updates service Service to keep compliance rules updated with regulatory changes |
No information available | |
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Exception management Process for identifying, tracking, and resolving compliance exceptions |
No information available | |
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Regulatory frameworks supported Number of different regulatory frameworks supported by the system |
No information available |
Technology & Integration
(10 Yes /11 Known /14 Possible features)
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API availability Comprehensive APIs for integration with other systems |
Comprehensive APIs provided for integration; API documentation publicly available. | |
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Cloud deployment Availability of cloud-based deployment options |
Cloud deployment options available for Morningstar Office, per marketing materials. | |
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On-premises deployment Ability to deploy the system on-premises |
Not as far as we are aware.* Product is cloud-based SaaS; on-premise deployment not supported. | |
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Mobile compatibility Availability of mobile apps or responsive design for mobile devices |
Mobile compatibility through responsive design and web/mobile access. | |
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Single sign-on Support for enterprise single sign-on solutions |
Supports SSO (single sign-on) using SAML and enterprise standards. | |
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Data warehouse integration Ability to integrate with enterprise data warehouses |
No information available | |
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Custodian connectivity Pre-built integrations with major custodians |
Connectors for integration with major custodians are built into platform. | |
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CRM integration Integration capabilities with CRM systems |
CRM integrations available (Salesforce and others per documentation). | |
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Data import/export Tools for importing and exporting data in various formats |
Data import/export supported via templates and various file types. | |
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Customization capabilities Extent to which the system can be customized without vendor involvement |
System is highly configurable at the user level for various workflows. | |
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Disaster recovery Robust disaster recovery capabilities and processes |
Disaster recovery capabilities described as enterprise grade in technical documentation. | |
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Multi-factor authentication Support for multi-factor authentication methods |
Multi-factor authentication supported out of the box. | |
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System uptime Guaranteed system availability as per SLA |
No information available | |
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Database performance Speed of database query execution for common operations |
No information available |
User Experience & Support
(12 Yes /12 Known /14 Possible features)
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Interface customization Ability for users to customize their interface and workflows |
Offers interface and dashboard customization to the advisor user. | |
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Role-based access control Granular control over user permissions based on roles |
Role-based access control available (admin, advisor, assistant, etc). | |
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Multi-language support Availability of the interface in multiple languages |
Multi-language support stated for client-facing reports and advisor interface. | |
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User training resources Comprehensive training materials and programs |
Access to robust online training, webinars, and help documentation. | |
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Support SLA Defined service level agreements for technical support |
Support SLAs are described in customer onboarding collateral. | |
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User community Active user community for knowledge sharing |
Active community forums and knowledge base for users. | |
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In-app guidance Contextual help and guidance within the application |
In-app help and tooltips available throughout platform workflow. | |
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Implementation services Professional services for system implementation |
Professional implementation service provided for onboarding. | |
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Regular updates Frequency and transparency of system updates and enhancements |
Regular feature and security updates described in customer communications. | |
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Sandbox environment Availability of sandbox or test environments |
Sandbox/test environment available for select accounts (per support documentation). | |
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Client success management Dedicated client success resources for ongoing support |
Client success management team provided for high value clients. | |
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User feedback mechanism Process for users to provide feedback and enhancement requests |
Feedback tool available within platform for user suggestions. | |
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Support response time Average time to first response for support tickets |
No information available | |
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Supported concurrent users Maximum number of concurrent users the system can support |
No information available |
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Client Data Management
(0 Yes /0 Known /11 Possible features)
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Comprehensive Client Profiles Ability to store and display detailed information for each client, including personal, financial, and contact information. |
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Document Management Support for storing, organizing, and retrieving client-related documents and forms. |
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Data Enrichment Tools Integration or automatic population of client profiles with data from external and internal sources. |
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Custom Fields Ability to add company-specific fields to client profiles. |
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Advanced Search and Filtering Robust search functionality with multiple filter options to quickly locate client records. |
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Bulk Data Import/Export Support for importing or exporting client data in various formats (CSV, Excel, etc.). |
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Data Validation Automated checks and validation routines to ensure data quality and consistency. |
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Historical Record Keeping Maintains a comprehensive change history or audit trail for client data. |
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Multi-language Support Support for multiple languages in client data fields and interfaces. |
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Compliance Tagging Ability to tag and flag records for regulatory and compliance review. |
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Data Storage Capacity Total amount of client data and documents that can be stored. |
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Interaction Tracking
(0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)
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Activity Logging Automatic or manual recording of client interactions (calls, emails, meetings, etc.). |
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Email Integration Ability to link and track email exchanges within client records. |
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Call Logging and Recording Support for logging calls and, where allowed, recording conversations. |
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Meeting Scheduling Integrated scheduling tools for arranging meetings with clients. |
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Notes and Attachments Add contextual notes and attach relevant files to each interaction. |
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Task Assignment Assign follow-up actions or tasks based on interactions. |
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Interaction Timeline Visual timeline display of all past client interactions. |
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Bulk Interaction Upload Ability to bulk upload historical interactions. |
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Activity Alerts Real-time notifications based on specific client activity or inactivity. |
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Interaction Storage Duration Duration for which interaction records are stored and accessible. |
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360-Degree Client View
(0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)
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Account Aggregation Aggregates data from multiple accounts, consolidating positions, balances, and activities in one view. |
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Real-Time Updates Dashboards and client views update dynamically with live data. |
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Relationship Mapping Visual and data tools to map associations between clients, households, and related entities. |
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Portfolio Overview Summary view of client portfolios, holdings, and risk exposure. |
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Service Case Overview Unified access to service tickets and requests related to each client. |
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Custom Dashboard Widgets Allow users to tailor dashboard content to individual preferences. |
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Client Segmentation Filters and visualizations to quickly group and analyze clients by segment or profile. |
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Cross-Channel Activity Shows client activity across email, phone, chat, web, and mobile touchpoints. |
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KPIs at a Glance Displays key performance indicators relevant to client health and engagement. |
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Time to Load Dashboard Time required to fully load and render the 360-degree client view. |
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Workflow Automation
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Onboarding Automation Automates steps in the client onboarding process based on pre-defined rules. |
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Task Automation Automatically generates reminders, assignments, and escalations. |
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Approval Routing Configurable multi-step approval flows for sensitive transactions or documentation. |
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Custom Workflow Builder Drag-and-drop interface for creating custom workflow templates. |
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Service Ticket Automation Automates assignment and routing of client service tickets. |
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Document Generation Automatically generates standardized documents for client requests. |
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SLA Tracking Tracks workflow adherence to service level agreements. |
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Workflow Audit Logs Detailed tracking of workflow actions and status changes. |
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Concurrent Workflows Number of workflows that can be executed in parallel. |
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Average Task Completion Time Average time required for an automated workflow to complete a standard task. |
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Compliance and Security
(0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)
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Role-Based Access Controls Granular user access permissions, ensuring only authorized users access sensitive data. |
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Audit Trail Comprehensive logs of user activities and changes in the platform. |
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Data Encryption Data encrypted at rest and in transit according to industry standards. |
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2-Factor Authentication Support for two-factor (2FA) or multi-factor authentication (MFA). |
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Regulatory Reporting Integration with required regulatory systems for reporting and compliance filings. |
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Client Consent Management Capture and store records of required consents and data handling preferences. |
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Data Retention Policies Configure how long records are retained in accordance with regulations. |
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Third-Party Access Controls Monitor, restrict, and log third-party system integrations and access. |
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Anonymization and Pseudonymization Tools Support for making data non-attributable for testing or analytics. |
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Number of Compliance Certifications Count of third-party compliance certifications (e.g., ISO, SOC2). |
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Analytics and Reporting
(0 Yes /0 Known /10 Possible features)
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Standard Report Library Built-in set of common reports (activity, contact, pipeline, etc.). |
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Custom Report Builder User-friendly interface for building bespoke reports. |
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Interactive Dashboards Dynamic, visual dashboards with drill-down capability. |
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Scheduled Reports Ability to automatically deliver reports on a defined schedule. |
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Export Data Formats Range of export options for report outputs (PDF, CSV, XLSX, etc.). |
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Real-Time Analytics Support for near real-time data visualization and analysis. |
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KPI Customization Set and monitor key performance indicators relevant to client service. |
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Analytics API Access Programmatic access to analytics for integration with other systems. |
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Number of Concurrent Reports How many reports can be generated simultaneously. |
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Report Generation Time Average time to produce standard analytical reports. |
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Integration and Extensibility
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API Availability Comprehensive API access for data exchange and process integration. |
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Third-Party App Marketplace Catalog of pre-built integrations with popular fintech and productivity tools. |
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Open Data Standards Support for widely accepted data exchange standards (FIX, OFX, REST, etc.). |
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Single Sign-On (SSO) Integrate with directory services for unified credential management. |
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Webhooks Configurable webhooks for real-time system notifications and triggers. |
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Custom Plug-In Support Extend system with in-house or third-party plug-ins and extensions. |
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Batch Data Sync Scheduler and tools for batch synchronization of large data sets. |
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Integration Monitoring Visibility and alerts regarding integration health and data flow. |
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Concurrent Integration Limit Maximum number of concurrent system integrations supported. |
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Mean Integration Response Time Average response time for key API calls or integrations. |
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User Experience and Accessibility
(0 Yes /0 Known /9 Possible features)
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Mobile Responsiveness Optimized interface for use on mobile devices. |
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Accessibility Compliance Adherence to accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) for users with disabilities. |
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User Personalization Support for tailored views, notifications, and navigation per user. |
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Contextual Help In-app help, tooltips, guides, and tutorials. |
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Multi-Window Support Ability to use multiple windows or tabs without session conflicts. |
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Localization Support for multiple languages and regional formats. |
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End-User Training Tools Library of learning resources and onboarding modules. |
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User Session Timeout Setting Duration after which an idle user is automatically logged out. |
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Page Load Speed Average time to load main user interface pages. |
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Client Communication Tools
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Secure Messaging End-to-end encrypted chat or messaging with clients within the platform. |
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Bulk Email Campaigns Ability to create and send targeted email campaigns to clients. |
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SMS Integration Direct messaging via SMS to clients’ registered numbers. |
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E-Document Delivery Securely send statements, disclosures, and other documents to clients. |
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Campaign Analytics Track open rates, clicks, and engagement for outbound communications. |
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Automated Reminders System-generated reminders for pending actions or documents. |
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Template Management Central management of approved email and message templates. |
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Opt-In/Opt-Out Management Maintain compliant records of client marketing communication preferences. |
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Concurrent Campaign Limit Maximum number of simultaneous outbound campaigns. |
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Message Delivery Time Average time for messages to be delivered to clients. |
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Service Case and Ticketing Management
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Case Creation Automation Auto-generation of service cases from incoming emails or client messages. |
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Priority and Categorization Support for tagging tickets by priority and type for routing and handling. |
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Assignment Rules Automated or manual assignment of cases to the appropriate team or individual. |
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SLAs and Escalation Rules Configurable SLAs and escalation triggers for overdue cases. |
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Case Resolution Workflows Guided workflows for efficient problem investigation and resolution. |
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Internal Notes and Collaboration Private notes, file sharing, and team chat on each ticket. |
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Client Portal Access Clients can view, update, and track their own tickets online. |
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Case Closure Feedback Collect client satisfaction feedback upon case resolution. |
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Active Case Limit Maximum number of open service cases the system can manage simultaneously. |
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Average Case Resolution Time Mean turnaround time for resolving standard support tickets. |
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Performance, Reliability, and Support
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System Uptime SLA Contractually guaranteed percentage of system availability. |
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Disaster Recovery and Backup Automated data backup and rapid failover capabilities. |
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24/7 Support Availability Access to technical support around the clock. |
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Response Time Guarantee Average time to respond to critical support requests. |
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User Community Portal Online forum and help center for users to share solutions. |
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Regular Software Updates Commitment to periodic updates and enhancements. |
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Performance Monitoring Tools Built-in utilities to monitor system health and usage. |
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Incident Notification Immediate alerts to administrators for system issues. |
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System Scalability Capacity to expand concurrent users or data usage without significant degradation. |
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Peak Concurrent User Support Maximum number of users supported simultaneously under full load. |
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Fund Accounting Systems for Fund Operations
Software for calculating net asset values (NAVs), processing corporate actions, managing income distributions, and maintaining financial records for investment funds. These systems ensure accurate valuation of fund assets and liabilities.
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Core Fund Accounting Functionality
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Net Asset Value (NAV) Calculation Automated computation of NAV for funds, incorporating all relevant assets and liabilities. |
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Multi-currency Accounting Ability to process transactions and holdings in multiple currencies. |
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Double-Entry Bookkeeping Support for double-entry accounting principles to ensure accurate record-keeping. |
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Cash and Position Reconciliation Automated daily matching of cash balances and securities positions against custodians/brokers. |
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Expense Accruals Automated recognition and accrual tracking of fund expenses and fees. |
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Income Recognition Recognition and allocation of dividends, interest, and other income streams. |
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Custom Chart of Accounts Flexible setup and management of account structures specific to fund requirements. |
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Accounting Period Management Handling and control over multiple open/close accounting periods. |
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Portfolio Valuation Frequency The frequency with which the system can value portfolios (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly). |
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Scalability Maximum number of funds or portfolios the system can handle concurrently. |
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Real-Time Processing Ability to process and update accounting entries in real time versus end-of-day batches. |
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Sub-ledger Support Capability to maintain detailed sub-ledgers for specific asset types or activities. |
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Audit Trail Comprehensive tracking of all changes, edits, and transactions for audit purposes. |
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Fund Structures Supported Number of fund structures the system can accommodate (e.g., open-ended, closed-ended, umbrella, segregated mandate). |
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Corporate Actions Processing
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Automated Event Capture Integration or feed for identifying and importing corporate action events. |
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Voluntary/ Mandatory Action Handling Ability to process both voluntary and mandatory events (e.g., tender offers, stock splits). |
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Entitlement Calculation Accurate calculation of holdings impact and entitlements for all corporate actions. |
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Event Notification Automated alerts and workflows for pending and processed events. |
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Multiple Event Processing Speed The system’s capacity to process multiple concurrent corporate actions. |
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Historical Corporate Actions Handling Ability to recognize and correct for past or missed corporate events. |
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Market Data Integration Capability to import corporate action data from market data vendors. |
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Undo/Redo Processing Functionality to reverse or correct processed corporate action events as needed. |
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Multi-class Share Support Handle actions across different share classes efficiently. |
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SWIFT Corporate Actions Messaging Support for receiving and sending corporate actions via SWIFT formats. |
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Audit Logging of Corporate Actions Audit trail specifically for all corporate action processes. |
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Manual Input Options Facility for users to manually input or override corporate action details. |
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Tax Impact Calculation Automated calculation and booking of tax implications linked to corporate actions. |
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Income Distribution and Allocation
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Automated Distribution Schedule Scheduling of recurring or one-off income distributions, including frequency and amount. |
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Income Allocation Methods Support for various allocation methods (pro-rata, FIFO, LIFO, custom rules). |
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Gross/Net Distribution Processing Ability to compute both gross and net amounts for distribution to investors. |
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Dividend Reinvestment Support Automatic reinvestment of income distributions into fund units. |
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Multi-Tier Shareholder Structures Support for allocating and processing income across different shareholder classes, tranches, or series. |
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Tax Withholding Calculations Automated withholding and reporting of taxes on distributions. |
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Payment Channel Options Ability to distribute via multiple channels (ACH, cheque, SWIFT, etc.). |
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Distribution Frequency Options Number of different frequency settings supported (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual). |
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Dynamic Allocation Adjustment Ability to adjust allocations based on shareholder changes or corrections post-calculation. |
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Reporting on Distributions Automated generation of reports detailing distribution calculations and payments. |
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Ex-Date/Record-Date Processing Automated processing of distributions based on relevant ex-dates and record-dates. |
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Custom Distribution Rules Support for user-defined or fund-specific income distribution logic. |
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Financial Reporting
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Standard Financial Statements Automated production of balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements. |
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Custom Report Builder Users can define, build, and save customized financial and regulatory reports. |
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Automated Regulatory Reporting Out-of-the-box support for regulatory templates (e.g., SEC, UCITS, AIFMD, IFRS). |
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Multi-period Comparative Reporting Produce reports with side-by-side comparisons over multiple reporting periods. |
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Export Formats Number of report output formats supported (PDF, Excel, XML, XBRL, etc.). |
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Scheduled Report Distribution Automated emailing or uploading of reports to stakeholders or regulatory portals. |
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Drill-down Reporting Interactive reporting with the ability to drill-down to transaction-level data. |
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Audit Confirmation Letters Support Automatic generation and distribution of audit confirmation letters. |
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Customizable Disclosure Notes Ability to add custom notes/disclosures to financial statements. |
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Reconciliation Reports Automated production of cash/position reconciliation reports for audit and compliance. |
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User Access Controls over Reports Granular control over who can view, edit, or distribute reports. |
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Data Integration and Connectivity
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API Availability Availability of REST, SOAP or other APIs for integration with external systems. |
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Batch File Import/Export Support for bulk upload or download of data in file formats (CSV, XML, JSON, etc.). |
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Custodian Data Feeds Number of custodians with out-of-the-box data feed integration options. |
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Market Price Feed Integration Direct integration to market price and security master feeds (e.g., Bloomberg, Reuters). |
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Third-party System Compatibility Supports integration with common risk, trade order management, and compliance systems. |
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Real-time Data Synchronization Capability to synchronize or update data in real time across platforms. |
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SWIFT Message Support Support for sending/receiving financial messages in SWIFT format. |
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Data Validation and Cleansing Automated checking, mapping, and correction of incoming data feeds. |
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Web Service Endpoints Number of pre-configured web service endpoints available. |
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Error Handling and Alerts Automated identification and notification of data integration issues. |
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Flexible Data Mapping User-configurable data mapping between external and internal systems. |
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Multi-tenancy Support System can segregate data and workflows for multiple clients within the same platform. |
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User Experience and Workflow Automation
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Customizable Dashboards Personalized dashboards showing relevant KPIs, alerts, and task lists. |
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Workflow Engine Integrated workflow tools to define, trigger, and automate business processes. |
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User Roles and Permissions Granular control over user access, editing, and approval rights. |
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Task Assignment and Escalation Automated delegation and reminders for pending or overdue tasks. |
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Bulk Processing Support for bulk editing, approvals, or transaction uploads. |
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Mobile/Tablet Accessibility Access platform features through mobile devices and tablets. |
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Language Localization Support for multiple languages for interface and reporting. |
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Training and Help Resources Integrated user guides, video tutorials, and context-sensitive help. |
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Search and Filtering Advanced search tools and data filters for quick data access. |
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User Activity Logging Automatic recording of user actions for security and compliance. |
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Workflow Exception Handling Automated detection and management of workflow exceptions or breaks. |
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Document Management Store and retrieve associated fund documentation within the platform. |
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Compliance and Controls
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Rule-based Policy Enforcement Automated compliance checks based on custom or regulatory rules. |
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Approval Workflows Multi-level approval workflows for sensitive tasks and sign-offs. |
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Exception Alerts Automated warning and escalation for compliance exceptions. |
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Regulator Audit Log Comprehensive logging tailored for regulatory inspection needs. |
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Segregation of Duties Controls to ensure critical functions are performed by separate users. |
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Threshold Monitoring Pre-set limits for exposures, transactions, or NAV deviations triggering alerts. |
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Automated Reporting to Regulators Direct submission features to regulatory agencies via portal/API. |
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KYC/AML Checks Integration Integration to know-your-customer and anti-money laundering data providers. |
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Historical Version Controls Ability to retrieve and report historical data by effective date. |
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Data Masking for Sensitive Fields Masked display of sensitive regulatory and client data. |
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Automatic Breach Reporting Instant reporting and alerting of compliance breaches. |
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Security and Data Protection
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Multi-factor Authentication Support for two-factor or multi-factor user authentication. |
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Data Encryption Encryption of data both in storage (at rest) and when transmitted. |
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Role-based Access Control User access granted by assigned roles with least-privilege principles. |
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Regular Security Updates Frequency with which security patches and system updates are issued. |
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Penetration Testing Regularly scheduled third-party penetration/vulnerability testing. |
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Audit Logging and Monitoring Comprehensive audit logs accessible for investigation. |
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Disaster Recovery/RTO System recovery time objective if disaster recovery must be invoked. |
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Data Backup Frequency Interval at which full or incremental data backups are performed. |
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Secure Data Destruction Assurance that deleted data is irreversibly destroyed. |
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GDPR/Data Privacy Compliance System compliance with major privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.). |
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Performance, Scalability, and Availability
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Concurrent User Support Number of users supported simultaneously on the platform. |
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Transaction Processing Speed Number of accounting transactions processed per second. |
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Uptime Guarantee Service-level uptime commitment by the vendor. |
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Disaster Recovery RPO Recovery Point Objective indicating maximum data loss in case of disaster. |
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Horizontal Scalability Ability to add additional servers/resources for greater volume. |
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Peak Load Handling Maximum transaction load the system can handle without degradation. |
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Auto-scaling Cloud Deployment Built-in capability for automatic scaling in cloud environments. |
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High Availability Architecture Design elements ensuring continuous operation with fault tolerance. |
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Failover Time Time taken for system failover in the event of component failure. |
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Pricing, Licensing, and Vendor Support
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License Models Supported Support for various license models (SaaS subscription, on-premise, etc.). |
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Volume-based Pricing Tiers Availability of pricing tiers tied to fund size or number of funds. |
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Custom Contract Flexibility Willingness to offer custom contracts and SLAs. |
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Implementation Support Availability of vendor support during setup and onboarding. |
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24/7 Client Support Round-the-clock live support availability. |
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Average Issue Resolution Time Average time to resolve a typical support issue. |
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Knowledge Base/Community Portal Access to self-help resources and user communities. |
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Regular Feature Releases Frequency of new feature or update releases. |
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Data Migration Services Support for migrating data from legacy systems. |
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Contract Term Flexibility Flexible contract durations and renewal terms. |
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Customization, Extensibility, and Upgradability
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User-defined Workflows Support for building custom workflows and automations without vendor involvement. |
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Plugin/Extension Framework Ability to add custom modules or extensions to core platform. |
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Custom Fields and Forms Users can add custom fields, forms, and data attributes. |
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Scripting/SDK Support Availability of scripting or SDK for advanced customizations. |
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Branding/White-labeling Option to customize the user interface and reports with firm branding. |
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Upgrade Path Clarity Clear communication on how upgrades are managed and delivered. |
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Backward Compatibility Ensures new versions do not break existing integrations or customizations. |
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Open API Documentation Comprehensive developer documentation for system APIs. |
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Sandbox/Test Environment Access to a separate environment for testing customizations and updates. |
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