Compliance departments have a very clear goal: reduce risk. But changing regulations, complex asset types, and innovative product offerings make this task increasingly difficult.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/consulting/compliance-riskOn the face of it, automation in compliance may sound like an oxymoron. With the exception of investment compliance, where robust systems handle pre-trade and post-trade compliance, and personal trading, many other areas of compliance tend to have fragmented bespoke processes requiring significant manual intervention. In this CutterCast, we examine the degree of automation in different functions within compliance, including the management aspects. We’ll discuss the challenges that asset managers face and the solutions they employ.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-automation-in-complianceIn this CutterCast, we examine the degree of automation in different functions within compliance, including the management aspects. We’ll discuss the challenges that asset managers face and the solutions they employ.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cuttercast-automation-in-complianceThis virtual meeting takes place over three hours with multiple sessions featuring trends and takeaways from our Modern Compliance Benchmarking survey and focused sessions on electronic communications surveillance and investment guideline monitoring.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/modern-compliance-cutter-member-meetingThis report contains the results of Cutter Associates research on governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) for investment management. It includes information on industry issues and trends, challenges and best practices, and GRC systems.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/governance-risk-and-compliance-grcThis Modern Compliance - Cutter Member Meeting, comprised of three sessions, takes you through the Modern Compliance Benchmark Survey results and the latest electronic communications research. Sessions include research and consulting presentations and panel discussions with vendors and members.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cutter-member-meeting-modern-complianceThis CutterCast provides insights into the elements of a comprehensive ESG compliance program, considerations for a firm’s ESG policy and its integration into the investment process, preferred practices for reviewing ESG disclosures and related marketing, and reporting requirements to meet rising regulations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-compliance-for-your-esg-programCutterResearch members join industry experts James Tedman of ACA Aponix and Jocelyn Paulley of Gowling WLG to discuss how firms can best prepare for the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and what changes they need to make to adapt client interactions, cyber-security policies, data governance programs, other systems, and workflows before the May 2018 deadline.
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GDPR Compliance - Are You Ready?
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Compliance officers face increasing pressure to deliver effective and efficient compliance programs. Heightened expectations from clients and regulators, increased supervisory requirements in today’s hybrid/remote work environments, and constant regulatory changes all contribute to this pressure. Firms find themselves increasingly turning to technology to enhance their compliance program’s effectiveness and control costs.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cutter-benchmarking-2022-modern-compliance-in-investment-managementThis CutterCast provides insights into the elements of a comprehensive ESG compliance program
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cuttercast-compliance-for-your-esg-programThe talent war is real! The question is: How are we going to win the battle for talent, so we win that war? From where I stand, you’ve got two strategies in this battle - you can buy talent or build it.
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While the future holds a number of challenges for compliance professionals, we focus in this Cutter Conversation on two of the important issues: ESG and SEC examinations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/beyond-the-edge-of-the-horizonIn this CutterCast, we discuss what options are available to the compliance professional in dealing with false positives related to the following: Investment guidelines complianceCode of Ethics / Employee Personal Trading ComplianceElectronic communications surveillance
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-get-rid-of-the-noise-and-fine-tune-your-compliance-programCompliance professionals these days have a to-do list that is so long that they can barely see to the end of it. From personal trading and marketing and distribution issues to monitoring client portfolios, the end of the list seems to be just a distant vision and the cycle continues like the tide of quarterly and annual compliance tasks.
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In this CutterCast, we discuss what options are available to the compliance professional in dealing with false positives related to the following: investment guidelines compliance, trade forensics/market abuse surveillance and electronic communications surveillance
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cuttercast-get-rid-of-the-noise-and-fine-tune-your-compliance-programThe SEC recently released some interesting enforcement actions that should make advisors and broker-dealers think long and hard about permitting employees to contribute to most, if not all, political candidates without incurring significant risks to their business.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/welcome-to-a-new-season-of-sec-enforcement-actionsMember Driven Topics: Compliance and Outsourcing
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/public-funds-virtual-roundtable-public-fund-members-onlyFinTech has received a lot of media attention. However, this attention focused mostly on customer-facing technology. Given the ever increasing regulatory requirements in the financial services industry, the automatization of compliance related tasks through technology makes a lot of sense. RegTech, a subset of this development, is still in its early stages and is only starting to receive attention. The report will give a brief introduction and then highlight some of the most innovative startups.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/regtech-dealing-with-the-regulatory-avalancheWhen was the last time you asked your chief compliance officer (CCO) how he or she was doing? Because your CCO may likely have something to say ─ and don’t be surprised if you get an unenthusiastic answer.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/why-you-should-thank-and-support-your-ccoCutterResearch members discuss the changes they are making in their organizations, systems, and processes to comply with SEC Liquidity Rule 22e-4, which takes effect for most fund managers between late 2018 and mid-2019. Topics will include requirements for reporting and for security classification, pricing, and valuation. We will also discuss vendor solutions and services available to help members support the new rule.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/preparing-for-new-sec-liquidity-rule-22e-4Compliance faces the critical task of surveilling electronic communications to monitor employees' business conduct and mitigate risks of non-compliant behaviors. With today's distributed/hybrid workforce, compliance requires the right tools – and AI and analytics can help.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/electronic-communications-surveillance-systemsInvestment management firms use predictive analytics to optimize processes and to identify early warnings of process anomalies. Predictive analytics use historical data to predict future outcomes based on current data, and use machine learning to create models that help identify patterns and behaviors that predict risky situations. This research explores how Operations teams can leverage predictive analytics and models to provide much earlier warnings to predict and prevent operational loss, and presents some options on how to get started.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/predictive-analytics-for-operationsThe results of participating Benchmarking firms’ investment risk management practices.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cutterbenchmarking-2020-investment-risk-managementThis report explores how RegTech enhances KYC compliance and strengthens KYC processes, and provides vendor assessments and best practices in the selection and adoption of RegTech solutions for KYC.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/regtech-solutions-for-kycCutterResearch provides an overview of vendor software products and services that support the production of reports of investment data to regulators.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/regulatory-reporting-solutionsIn response to the COVID-19 crisis, regulators in the UK and US announced a relaxation of certain regulatory requirements and reiterated current regulations that provide firms with greater operational flexibility and offer a strategic opportunity for proactive asset and wealth managers.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/regulatory-guidance-during-covid-19-crisis-presents-strategic-opportunities-for-asset-and-wealth-managers-1Due diligence is becoming more complex as risk and operational professionals at asset owner firms are being asked to conduct more oversight on their asset managers. This paper explores the challenges of due diligence processing during asset management selection, and examines the tools and technology offering assistance.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/due-diligence-and-the-asset-owner-getting-the-job-doneThis whitepaper provides a background, summary, and impacts of the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulations (SFDR) that came into force on March 10th 2021
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/sfdr-sustainable-finance-disclosure-regulationSupporting Changing Investment Strategies: Connect with your contemporaries in the operations and technology divisions of leading asset management firms.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-14Supporting Changing Investment Strategies: Connect with your contemporaries in the operations and technology divisions of leading asset management firms.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-15Supporting Changing Investment Strategies: Connect with your contemporaries in the operations and technology divisions of leading asset management firms.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-16This research report provides an update on the changing OTC derivatives regulations and their impact on CutterResearch Member firms’ operations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/regulation-of-otc-derivativesHumans now generate 2.5 quintillion bytes of data worldwide every day. The volume will only increase as digital innovations emerge, including the volume of personal data collected, used, and stored. Regulators around the world are working to protect personal data, and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has dominated the discussions for the past two years. In the US, the states have been actively seeking to protect personal data, and the federal government has recently shown interest in enacting federal laws. This report examines state-level initiatives as well as the impact a new federal data protection law could have on financial institutions and the vendors who serve them.
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Automation is critical to efficient onboarding of asset and wealth management clients. This CutterCast explores member best practices for gathering client data and artifacts, determining suitability, completing documents, originating accounts, and transitioning assets.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-client-onboarding-challenges-and-best-practicesInvestment managers need formal, centralized risk management practices with the appropriate segregation of duties. Although many member firms have established effective risk management teams and practices, and implemented technology and data to support them, work remains to be done. In this CutterCast, we share key trends and takeaways from our Investment Risk Management Benchmarking Survey.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercastcutter-benchmarking-investment-risk-survey-resultsThis Research report includes a look at cyber security trends and concerns that investment managers are increasingly facing.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cyber-securityThis research provides insights into the status quo of digital onboarding in wealth management and a comparative assessment of vendors that supply onboarding solutions specific to wealth management.
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Investment managers have witnessed some significant changes across the OMS vendor landscape. Vendors are offering expanded functionality and services, and vendors of OMS designed for hedge funds or small asset managers are vying for market share.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/order-management-systemsWhile the Bitcoin bubble may be deflating, many wealth management clients are eager to add crypto currencies to their portfolios—despite the obvious risk associated with these virtual products. Wealth managers are therefore stuck between appeasing clients’ wishes and protecting their wealth. Meanwhile, despite Bitcoin’s recent fall, cryptocurrencies are likely to remain a key investment topic for years to come.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cryptocurrencies-for-wealth-management-a-risk-worth-takingCutter Research presents an explanation of the key factors driving asset managers and asset owners to focus on vendor management, along with a description of the Cutter Associates Vendor Management Lifecycle and Framework.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/an-introduction-to-vendor-managementThis report turns a critical eye to the discussion of cyber security in the financial services sector generally and private banking and wealth management specifically.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/security-in-wealth-managementThis report explores more than 50 crowdfunding platforms that are of strong relevance for the wealth management industry and analyzed in-depth 14 crowdfunding platforms in the sectors of donation and reward-based crowdfunding, marketplace lending, P2B lending and equity crowdinvesting. In addition, the report includes comprehensive profiles of three providers of support infrastructure that are highly relevant for the crowdfunding industry.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/the-rise-of-crowdfunding-threats-and-opportunities-for-the-global-wealth-management-industryAs organizations continue to focus on reducing costs and optimizing their third-party relationships, they have recognized the management of vendors (including service providers and other suppliers) as a vital discipline. We also recognize that asset managers and asset owners have a wide range of maturity and spending in their approach to vendor management. In this study, we look at how effectively organizations are managing vendors, from negotiating contracts and service level agreements to monitoring costs and risk.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cutter-benchmarking-2021-managing-vendors-and-service-providersIn this CutterCast, we hold a panel discussion with vendors to discuss how asset and wealth managers are tackling ESG reporting.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-client-reporting-using-esg-dataGrowing requirements for vendor management have firms looking for more control, integration, and automation. In part one of this series, we discussed the importance of a vendor management program and introduced Cutter's Vendor Management Lifecycle. In part two, we offered recommendations and best practices for constructing a vendor management program. In this paper (part three), we examine trends and summarize the tools and technology that firms use to help manage all the processes within their vendor management programs.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/vendor-management-trends-and-the-tools-that-can-helpDigital technology is contributing to a major shift in the role of financial advisors in client interactions, as well as in their efficiencies. This report analyzes the status, trends and drivers in the digitalization of wealth advisor functions such as onboarding, compliance, client profiling, financial planning, advisor-client interfaces and client meeting preparation, and explores the threats and opportunities for wealth management firms in supporting their advisors through digital means.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/wealth-advisor-digitalization-how-to-make-advisors-more-efficient-compliant-and-client-friendlyFamily offices, at the top of the pyramid of wealth services providers, are now beginning to feel pressures similar to what private banks and wealth managers felt a few years ago. In this flash report, we examine the latest trends in the digital family office.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/family-office-digital-transformationThis paper on robotic process automation (RPA) offers a preview of some of the focus areas that we will discuss in our upcoming research report, and it provides information about what bots do and why RPA is important now.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/workplace-transformation-with-robotic-process-automationThis spotlight report highlights some of the top fintech themes that impacted the wealth management industry in 2019.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/2019-fintech-landscape-in-reviewOn May 25th, 2018, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will formally take effect. The amount of data amassed on clients means that the provisions outlined in the GDPR will have a significant impact on the costs and operations of the banking industry in general and private wealth management in particular.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/general-data-privacy-regulationFirms are grappling with ESG integration. While the number of ESG data vendors has grown, so has the number of frameworks and regulations that firms must adhere to.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/increasing-appetite-for-esg-dataIn April 2019, Cutter Wealth launched Wealth Trends, an online research series delivering thought leadership on key trends and disruption points that will reshape the wealth management industry through the early 2020s. Part Five, the final installment of our Wealth Trends 2019 series, looks at trends in the wealth management solution providers space.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/wealth-trends-part-five-trends-in-the-provider-spaceWe’ve seen a steady increase in asset owners and asset managers implementing multi-asset class portfolios. In this CutterCast, we discuss the systems, tools, and processes that firms use to support these portfolios, as well as the challenges they encounter at different points in the portfolio management workflow.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-esg-practicesInvestment management firms continue to cultivate an environment of greater efficiency, as business owners seek innovative solutions using modern technology to transform the workplace. Firms are embracing RPA as a technical solution to improve process efficiency and strive to use RPA in combination with other modern technologies, including AI. The RPA vendor landscape has been rapidly developing, receiving a steady influx of capital, and showing strong future growth trends. Firms, both large and small, use RPA and they all share a similar story ─ that the ROI benefits of RPA are clear.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/using-rpa-to-automate-business-processesAlternative Data and the Expanding Universe of Investment Information; Investment Accounting Solutions; Managing Market Data; Practical Applications of Data Science and Data Visualization; SEC Liquidity Rule
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-3Operating Models and the Architecture to Support Them; Alternative Data and the Expanding Universe of Investment Information; Investment Accounting Solutions
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-4Operating Models and the Architecture to Support Them; Alternative Data and the Expanding Universe of Investment Information; Automating Business Processes; De-mystifying the EDM Landscape
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-5Alternative Data and the Expanding Universe of Investment Information; Investment Accounting Solutions; Mastering Client, Account, and Product Data;Pitch Book and Client Presentation Systems
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-6Client Reporting Systems; All-in-One or Standalone Solutions; The Business of IT; Integrating Investment Systems; SimCorp User Discussion
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-8All-in-One or Standalone Solutions; Integrating Investment Systems; The Business of IT; Client Reporting Systems; Best Practices for Client Reporting Templates; Trends in Client Portals
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-9Asset Allocation Solutions, Managed Data Services, Managing Benchmark and Index Data, Guest Speaker, Vendor Demos
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-10Asset Allocation Solutions, Managed Data Services, Managing Benchmark and Index Data, Guest Speaker, Vendor Demos
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-11Digital Leaders in the Financial Services Industry, Asset Allocation Solutions, Managing Benchmark and Index Data, Alternative Data and the Expanding Universe of Investment Information, Managed Data Services, Asset Servicing Today
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-12Asset Allocation Solutions, Managed Data Services, Managing Benchmark and Index Data, Supporting Alternative Assets, Asset Servicing Today
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-member-meeting-13CutterResearch members discuss how they support investments in complex asset types like private equity, real estate, and fund of funds. Discussions will include systems, services, and processes related to alternative assets, including reporting, compliance, valuation, record keeping, cash management, data management, performance measurement, commitment tracking, and benchmark selection.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/supporting-alternative-investmentsSupporting Alternative Investments
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cuttercast-90Sharing information through presentations has always been important in sales and client service roles at asset management firms. Members have been working on automating updates to presentation materials, leveraging common slides across multiple presentations, improving compliance and brand adherence, and enabling story telling through customization. In this CutterCast, members share how they are automating production of pitch books and client account review presentations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-automating-pitch-books-client-presentationsCutter Research presents an overview of key trends for 2021 that will impact asset managers and owners as they navigate headwinds and plan for the future. Although 2020 is behind us, asset managers and owners continue to operate in an environment of consolidation and regulation, shrinking revenue due to lower fees and increasing costs, and disruptive technology. While the COVID-19 pandemic persists and work-from-home mandates continue, asset managers and owners are getting to work. With ESG and alternative investments taking center stage, firms are investing in data and technology to heighten their operational efficiency.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/trends-in-asset-management-2021Business Process Redesign
https://www.cutterassociates.com/consulting/business-process-redesignWe are excited to bring members, analysts, consultants, and service providers together, in-person, for a full day of learning, networking, and reconnecting.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/sydney-cutter-connect-2022Automating Pitch Books & Client Presentations
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cuttercast-114This virtual meeting takes place over two days, with multiple sessions and tracks featuring new Cutter Research and Cutter Wealth research presentations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutter-research-and-cutter-wealth-asia-pacific-member-meeting-1This virtual meeting takes place over two days, with multiple sessions and tracks featuring new Cutter Research and Cutter Wealth research presentations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutter-research-and-cutter-wealth-europe-member-meetingThis virtual meeting takes place over two days, with multiple sessions and tracks featuring new Cutter Research and Cutter Wealth research presentations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutter-research-and-cutter-wealth-north-america-member-meetingThis virtual meeting takes place over two days, with multiple sessions, tracks, live experiences, and real-time interactivity, featuring new Asset and Wealth Management research topics.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/advance-together-cutter-member-meeting-north-americaThis virtual meeting takes place over two days, with multiple sessions, tracks, live experiences, and real-time interactivity, featuring new Asset and Wealth Management research topics.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/advance-together-cutter-member-meeting-europeThis virtual meeting takes place over two days, with multiple sessions, tracks, live experiences, and real-time interactivity, featuring new Asset and Wealth Management research topics.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/advance-together-cutter-member-meeting-asia-pacificThis virtual meeting takes place over three days. Each day focuses on a key theme with multiple sessions and real-time interactivity, featuring new Asset and Wealth Management research topics.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/adapt2advance-cutter-member-meeting-north-americaThis virtual meeting takes place over three days. Each day focuses on a key theme with multiple sessions and real-time interactivity, featuring new Asset and Wealth Management research topics.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/adapt2advance-cutter-member-meeting-north-america-2This virtual meeting takes place over three days. Each day focuses on a key theme with multiple sessions and real-time interactivity, featuring new Asset and Wealth Management research topics.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/adapt2advance-cutter-member-meeting-north-america-3This report on asset allocation provides information about solutions that can be used at various stages of a top-down investment process, from strategic design and evaluation through to the implementation of multi-asset and other custom strategies.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/asset-allocation-solutionsData Science and Analytics - Beyond the Quant Team, Rethinking Research Management, A New Normal - Executive Panel Discussion, OMS Innovation - Acquire, Build, Cooperate
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-australia-member-meeting-new-virtual-event-june-2-in-asia-pacific-regionData Science and Analytics - Beyond the Quant Team, Rethinking Research Management, A New Normal - Executive Panel Discussion, OMS Innovation - Acquire, Build, Cooperate
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-europe-member-meeting-new-virtual-eventData Science and Analytics - Beyond the Quant Team, Rethinking Research Management, A New Normal - Executive Panel Discussion, OMS Innovation - Acquire, Build, Cooperate
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutterresearch-north-america-member-meeting-new-virtual-eventThe Future is Mobile - Mapping the Road To Success, Tackling Financial Literacy with Digital Education Tools, A New Normal - Executive Panel Discussion, The Rising Popularity of the Family Office - Turning Risk into Opportunity
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutter-wealth-member-meeting-new-virtual-eventWe are excited to bring members, analysts, consultants, and service providers together, in-person for three days of learning, networking, and reconnecting.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutter-connect-2022For asset owners, evaluating their external managers involves more than just assessing investment performance. This Cuttercast examines the process, tools, and criteria used by firms in the selection and ongoing monitoring of external managers.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-selecting-and-monitoring-external-managersAllocations to alternative assets have steadily increased in recent years, as institutional investors look beyond traditional investment vehicles to diversify their portfolios and generate higher returns. In this CutterCast, we share key trends and takeaways from our Alternative Investments Benchmarking survey.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-cutter-benchmarking-alternative-investments-survey-resultsFintech Landscape in Review
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutter-wealth-webcast-2In recent years, financial providers have looked for ways to leverage the power of Big Data by implementing new digital ecosystems intended to take advantage of increased data volume. Unfortunately, many of these projects have produced lackluster returns, if not outright failure. This report analyzes why Big Data projects in the financial services sector are often less successful than intended, and what wealth managers can do to ensure that their Big Data initiatives stand a better chance of success. The report and profiles a group of 30 vendors who cater to a range of Big Data needs of wealth managers. And presents five case studies and learning points on how the main Big Data needs are addressed in different industries.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/big-data-for-wealth-management-a-practical-guide-for-successful-implementationYou finally landed that $50 million client you’ve been courting. Because you understand the importance of a successful onboarding, you’re feeling a level of stress ─ and recall how your last one took weeks to complete.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/avoiding-disaster-the-benefits-of-digital-client-prospecting-and-onboarding-toolsLeveraging the Power of Automation: Connect with your contemporaries in the operations and technology divisions of leading wealth management firms
https://www.cutterassociates.com/events/cutter-wealth-meeting-3This research report provides a review of applications that support fixed income portfolio management and trading, including specialty analysis and order management systems. It also offers a discussion of associated market trends and member practices.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/fixed-income-portfolio-management-and-trading-1How often do you review and update your client reporting templates? Most likely, not frequently enough.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/how-do-your-client-reports-stack-upThe number of asset managers outsourcing some portion of their trading is growing, as is the number of providers. Although the outsourced trading industry is still relatively young, it offers clear benefits for specific types of investment managers and in certain situations. This CutterCast explores the drivers, potential benefits, and challenges of outsourcing some or all of trading.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-outsourced-tradingThis CutterResearch report addresses the issue of whether the platforms originally designed to support derivatives are capable of supporting front-to-back processing of multiple asset classes.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/derivatives-platforms-ready-for-cross-asset-coverageAsset owners are increasingly looking to insource their externally managed assets, with the goal of reducing fees. But the past suggests that this can be a long and at times excruciating process. This CutterCast examines what transitioning from external to internal management entails. In addition to hiring experienced portfolio managers, there are operational and infrastructure needs as well as governance lessons. We look at best practices and lessons learned.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-transition-to-internal-managementThere are demands for added functionality, but improving existing service and support levels are also critical
https://www.cutterassociates.com/news/cutter-associates-research-finds-oms-vendors-expanding-services-and-functionalitySystem implementations and upgrades are something that all firms have to do, some more often than others. Yet each one still comes with surprises and learning opportunities. This CutterCast explores member experiences during their implementation journeys and the lessons they learned.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-system-implementations-lessons-learnedCutter's rapidly expanding consulting practice, which includes 13 new hires in recent months, is due to the growing demand for advisory services among asset managers and superannuation funds in Australia, New Zealand, and around the globe.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/news/rein-van-rooyen-joins-cutter-associates-as-senior-directorOur client's use of derivatives has increased significantly over the last several years and is expected to continue to grow both in terms of volumes and complexity.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/derivatives-operations-assessmentVendor risk management is exhausting, because of the sheer volume of available data for analysis and the organization’s obligation to report a complete, accurate, and timely risk register.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/isnt-it-time-we-used-modern-technologies-to-analyze-vendor-management-riskThis research report examines the systems and practices relating to trade execution management (EMS and OMS), transaction cost analysis, and electronic execution venues.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/managing-liquidity-and-trade-execution-1In today’s competitive and increasingly global economy, investment managers are focused on retaining clients by delivering and reporting on strong portfolio performance. This Cutter Benchmarking study on Performance Measurement and Attribution (PMA) Practices focuses on the systems, processes, and organization required to accurately measure performance and effectively publish results for internal and external consumers.
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Every day, we hear about fee compression, consolidations, and new FinTech advancements promising process improvements—trends that put pressure on buy-side firms to improve their operational efficiency. At Cutter we’ve been helping firms automate business processes for two decades. Before we propose new systems or data solutions, we develop a deep understanding of our client's operating and business services models. What has the firm already done to improve performance and operational efficiency? What actions can the firm take immediately to improve their systems and data strategies? What technologies have already helped them achieve real results? And what emerging technologies can best help them improve business process automation now and for the foreseeable future?
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-operational-efficiency-1Seismic is a widely adopted tool within asset and wealth management firms. While the vendor describes it as a sales enablement tool, Seismic offers many benefits in its ability to automate the production of presentations such as pitchbooks and client account reviews. In this discussion, we examine how member firms have leveraged the tool to automate data into slides, master slides, and build personalized presentations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-seismic-automating-material-productionCRM tools, once used at asset management firms mainly by sales staff, are now commonly used by marketing and client service teams as well. This CutterCast explores how members are leveraging data and analytics to improve the client experience delivered by sales and client service teams, and how members are improving user adoption and data governance. We also examine the role of the CRM vs a Client Master, as well as practices for selecting a CRM platform and managing multiple client types.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-leveraging-crm-in-asset-management-1This report highlights the Performance Measurement and Attribution (PMA) research currently underway for publication later this year. We introduce how the PMA vendor landscape has changed and what makes PMA challenging.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/lights-camera-action-performance-measurement-and-attribution-2020Asset managers and asset owners are attempting to build ESG-friendly portfolios that achieve strong financial performance. But approaches and viewpoints vary on how to incorporate ESG into investment frameworks - and this nuance is what makes ESG such a complex topic.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/esg-investing-one-vision-many-lensesThis report provides the key findings identified in Cutter’s 2020 Alternative Investments Benchmarking survey.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cutterbenchmarking-2020-alternative-investments-resultsWe’ve been sifting through the data and preliminary findings from our 2021 Operations Staffing and Organization benchmarking survey and, when we analyzed the results, one of them jumped out at us.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/are-increases-in-ops-budges-in-the-cardsThis report contains the results of Cutter Associates research into the age-old debate between all-in-one and standalone (best of breed) solutions.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/all-in-one-or-standalone-solutions-finding-the-right-technology-strategy-1In this CutterCast, we share key trends and takeaways from our Performance Measurement and Attribution Practices survey. The survey focuses on the systems, processes, and organization required to accurately measure performance and effectively publish results for internal and external consumers.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-cutterbenchmarking-performance-measurement-and-attributionCutterResearch members discuss how they support portfolio construction and optimization, including the organization, tools, and processes they use for specific and multiple asset class investments.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/supporting-portfolio-construction-and-optimizationImagine you start your day with the announcement that your firm has been acquired or is merging with another company. After getting over the initial shock, you realize that the executive team eventually will turn their attention to restructuring and integrating the performance teams at each firm.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/investment-companies-mergers-acquisitions-position-your-performance-team-for-successCutterResearch members discuss best practices and solutions for investment management fee calculation and billing processes.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/fee-calculation-and-billing-processesCutterResearch members discuss their challenges and best practices supporting bank loans and commercial mortgages. Discussions include operations and technology factors such as organization, data management, automated systems, and services.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/supporting-bank-loans-and-commercial-mortgagesIt's been an exciting year for the wealth management industry with new partnerships, emerging technology, and innovative products continuing to transform the market. Many of these initiatives are the result of a dynamic fintech landscape, which is broadening wealth managers’ client base and propelling further digitalization across the industry. Nevertheless, trends set by agile fintech firms could pose competitive and operational challenges for traditional wealth managers. Join Cutter Wealth as we discuss some of the top fintech themes impacting the wealth management industry.
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We’ve all been there. When all of that time and preparation goes out the window ─ and it seems there’s no way to recover.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/dont-let-your-outsourcing-implementation-land-your-firm-in-a-sand-trapThis research report offers a comprehensive overview of how asset managers are using quantitative assessments to measure people, process, and technology.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/metrics-for-the-businessExplore the functional highlights of different types of communication technology like analytics and messenger aggregation, see how others in the industry leverage these new technologies and get an overview of the specific vendor landscapes.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/whats-next-in-digital-client-communication-innovative-tools-for-success-2CutterResearch members discuss the tools and processes used to create pitch books and client presentations for the Sales, Portfolio Management, and Client Service teams.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/creating-pitch-books-and-client-presentationsUnstructured data is everywhere. Firms are capturing this data, but also tackling the job of being able to use it in the front and back office. Whether it be from PDFs, websites, or emails, the data has to be interpreted and then fed into their internal processes. In this webcast, we discuss use cases and the tools that are finding the insights in this ocean of data.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-unstructured-data-capture-and-rpaDevelop professionally by helping our clients reach their goals alongside a team of talented industry veterans. We value highly motivated and qualified professionals with a background in investment management systems and operations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/careersExecution management systems enable traders to focus on high touch orders, while automating routine trade execution through rules-based processing, such as smart order routing and algo wheels, with direct integration to counterparties and liquidity sources.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/execution-management-systems-2022This webcast explores recent and emerging trends in ESG (environmental, social, governance) investing among wealth management firms as well as some of the tools these firms use to support their ESG investment strategies. Additionally, we address regulatory guidelines relating to ESG as well as potential pitfalls associated with incorporating ESG into a wealth management strategy.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-esg-investing-among-wealth-managersThis report summarizes current industry trends that impact market data administration (MDA), plus details the challenges that asset management and asset owner firms face when dealing with market data - and how firms manage those challenges. Our report also covers vended MDA tools and services.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/market-data-administration-3While the banking and wealth worlds are adopting portals, this trend has been slower to catch on in the institutional world. In this CutterCast, we discuss where institutional firms are today and where the future of portals is headed.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-portals-the-art-of-the-possibleThis research examines the organizational structures and technology approaches used by institutional asset managers to support existing clients and drive new business.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/client-facing-strategiesWhile firms have focused on mutual fund profitability for years, they are at various stages of exploring client profitability. This CutterCast explains what client profitability is, factors that influence it, and how best to measure it.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-client-profitabilityWealth managers today are under increasing pressure and face fierce competition. Plus, expectations have changed, with investors demanding more. For some managers, legacy technology and process inefficiencies hamper their ability to respond to a changing industry ─ and they'll need to transform their operating models to future-proof their businesses.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/wealth-management-operating-models-2This report reviews the offerings, digital platforms and market positioning of 20 leading robo-advisors from around the world to rigorous empirical assessment. For the first time, our report incorporates 10 new criteria relating to fiduciary responsibility and client suitability.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/behind-the-login-of-leading-robo-advisorsMarket data costs are skyrocketing at historic rates as the growing need for data factors heavily into investment managers’ success. In this CutterCast, firms will share their experiences with managing and controlling market data costs within their organizations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-market-data-administration-2CutterResearch presents part one of a four-part series on asset management trends that provides an overview of key areas of focus during these transformative times in asset management.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/2020-trends-part-one-transformative-times-in-asset-managementGiving structure to unstructured data
https://www.cutterassociates.com/news/automating-client-communicationsCutterResearch members share their rationale for adoption of cloud technologies. They discuss which applications and activities are best suited for hosting by cloud service providers, and why. Members also explore principles guiding effective implementation, share their thoughts about current service providers and platforms, and discuss their use of public and private clouds.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cloud-adoption-in-asset-managementThe next generation of client service personnel must have appropriate tools to meet the growing demands of their clients, while freeing up time so they can focus on value-added services. However, taking advantage of the next technology revolution and the benefits of automation will be much easier if firms have well-defined data that’s easily accessible.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/automating-client-communications-giving-structure-to-unstructured-dataThis research investigates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing, the state of the market, and challenges experienced by asset owners and asset managers. It profiles third-party products that offer ESG data, ratings, evaluation, and services.
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With asset managers and asset owners committed to achieving their goals, the Cutter Research team presents an overview of firms' focus areas for 2022 and beyond.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/trends-in-asset-management-2022-and-beyondIn this whitepaper, we argue why firms offering services for U/HNW clients should pay attention to embedded finance and embedded wealth management — even if the use cases may not appear applicable at first glance.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/wealth-management-cx-trends-embedded-wealth-managementSocial media, and especially Twitter, offer banks and wealth managers the great advantage of engaging and monitoring high-net-worth individuals in a cost-effective and real-time manner. This 9-page flash report looks at industry best practices, and some of the bigger Twitter do’s and taboos to provide key recommendations for wealth managers on how to build a Twitter profile that reaches and engages their wealthy clients and prospects in the most productive way possible.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/how-to-twitter-in-wealth-management-a-guideline-for-setting-up-a-successful-handleSince the last major financial crisis, we've had more than a decade to figure out what went wrong and how to keep it from happening again. This session explores some important questions. What have we learned about the role derivatives played in the crisis? Have buy-side firms learned how to avoid them or at least use them more wisely? Are there indications that a new crisis could be brewing for similar reasons? Which providers can you count on to serve your firm's needs?
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/derivatives-and-collateral-managementIn this paper, Cutter Associates explains the background, characteristics, and types of cryptocurrencies, as well as some of the reasons institutional investors are interested in and skeptical about investing in them.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/exploring-cryptocurrency-investmentsThis research report includes a discussion of various member approaches to supporting global strategies, focused on the organization of investment, trading, and operations business areas.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/supporting-investment-management-in-a-global-environmentIn this research, we discuss current industry trends and assess the leading vended client reporting and communications systems for wealth managers.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/wealth-management-client-reportingThis whitepaper looks at the synthetic data trend, examines the use cases for wealth and asset managers, assesses the benefits versus drawbacks, and offers Cutter's take on whether this is a trend worth watching.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/trend-watch-synthetic-dataThis report on performance measurement and attribution (PMA) provides information about current PMA practices and challenges and the systems that support PMA.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/performance-measurement-and-attributionThis research report includes an analysis of systems, services, and practices relating to derivatives valuation.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/valuation-systems-and-services-1This report focuses on organizational structures, sponsorship, governance, models, and approaches asset managers have deployed to manage the data assets that support their core investment processes.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/data-management-strategies-1The purpose of behavioral analysis in investment management is to examine active investment management decisions and create a plan to improve behaviors detrimental to alpha generation. This whitepaper offers an introduction into the pressures investment managers are under that are driving them to use behavioral analysis, common types of behaviors that jeopardize alpha, and a summary of providers of behavioral analysis software and services.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/behavioral-analysis-in-investment-managementWealth managers and other traditional financial services companies can gain incredible leverage by employing automated investment solutions as long as they find the best external and robo technology platform and vendor. This comprehensive report offers banks and wealth managers the hands-on guide on how to ensure they find the best robo-advisor technology provider for their needs.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/how-to-build-the-best-robo-advisor-platform-solutions-and-vendors-for-automated-investment-servicesCutterResearch members discuss processes, challenges, and best practices related to onboarding new clients.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/client-onboarding-setting-the-right-toneCutterResearch members share how their firms are addressing the need to support multi-basis accounting – implementing newer solutions, outsourcing, or sticking with the tried and true.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/multi-basis-accounting-solutions-for-investmentsChatbots are poised to become the next big technological innovation and they are already on the way to changing the way we bank and manage our finances. Our 140-page report investigates the ways chatbots are already used in banking and wealth management and explores how they will revolutionize the future client interaction.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/chatbots-for-banking-and-wealth-managementCutterResearch member firms discuss the challenges associated with valuing alternative assets and assets for which there is no established market. Members share their experiences with specific valuation systems and services, and consider best practices for establishing fair value in extreme market conditions.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/portfolio-valuation-challengesCutterResearch members discuss their approaches to building efficient data architectures and integrations, including the ways some of the newer data mart, data lake, and data warehouse technologies can help you to optimize the flow of data through all your investment processes.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/data-architecture-and-integration-for-investmentsCutterResearch members share their experience with Robotic Process Automation (RPA) in their firms. We explore business use cases being supported and considered, and how organizations plan for and manage the bots.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/robotic-process-automation-rpa-practical-applications-in-investment-managementCutterResearch members discuss how Predictive Analytics are being employed by their Investments and Distribution organizations, and the technologies they are using to support their business requirements
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/predictive-analyticsAs wealth management has become more holistic, financial planning - from retirement planning to estate planning - has become a core part of the new wealth management value proposition.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/financial-planning-across-the-wealth-spectrumThe next decade will bring significant changes to our industry, and many investment firms' operating models will require transformation in order for these firms to adapt to those changes. Outsourcing is one option.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/outsourcing-solutions-2This research report examines leading practices for managing IT functions, aligning IT with strategic business priorities, and defining the value of IT, including metrics for measuring productivity.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/the-business-of-it-1End-to-end advisor platforms offer a promising way for wealth management firms to arm their advisors with an all-inone digital toolbox. But not all end-to-end platforms are created equal. This report profiles eight leading providers of all-in-one technology platforms for wealth advisors, examines which features and functionalities are need-to-haves and which are nice-to-haves, and discusses which solutions are particularly useful for different types of wealth management firms. The research also examines the current state of the industry, discusses future trends for digital advisor desktop technology, and offers a set of concrete strategy recommendations for firms weighing an end-to-end advisor solution.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/end-to-end-advisor-platforms-enabling-the-bionic-advisorThis report contains the results of Cutter Associates research into Alternative Data. It includes an overview of how investment managers are using alternative data to generate alpha and gain a competitive advantage through early discovery of actionable information.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/alternative-data-and-the-expanding-universe-of-investment-informationCutterResearch members join Cutter Consultants in a panel discussion exploring Data Governance tools, processes, and best practices, and requirements presented by different corporate cultures.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/data-governance-changing-processes-for-the-betterThis research benchmarks the client portal experience of leading wealth managers and private banks worldwide.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/behind-the-login-of-digital-portals-for-wealth-clientsChoosing and implementing a client reporting tool can take a lot of time and effort for an investment manager. So once it's installed, firms need to make sure the system is working at optimal levels. This CutterCast includes advice from CutterConsulting on how to keep client reporting running smoothly, including best practices for managing new requests, adding new materials to production, maintaining components and templates, training staff, and engaging with the reporting system vendor.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-optimizing-the-client-reporting-functionAs asset owners and asset managers grow increasingly data-centric, how and where they store their data becomes more important. Firms may find that the legacy data storage repositories no longer keep pace with users' data demands, and the constraints and performance of on-premises data warehouses can make it difficult to locate and effectively use data. Data-centric firms need to democratize data by making it easily findable and accessible to all data consumers. In this research on data storage, we explore the new technologies that firms are adopting that aggregate and store common investment data and analytics. We cover data storage basics, member practices, and look at the vendor landscape. We also provide summaries of cloud-based data storage and data virtualization products.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/a-guide-to-effective-data-storage-in-investment-management-2In the past few years, cryptocurrency has attracted a lot of media attention with record returns, but many investment managers remain on the sidelines. The nascent cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, and there are a number of key issues that are preventing more widespread adoption.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cryptocurrency-for-asset-managers-are-you-inAs asset managers and asset owners consume more data, and data architecture becomes more complex with cloud-based tools and platforms, firms are looking at new approaches to modern data architecture. In the following slides, we will explore two approaches to modern data architecture that are gaining momentum these days -- Data Fabric and Data Mesh.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/data-fabric-and-data-mesh-an-introductionAs more investment managers recognize the value of data, the process of governing and managing that data has grown in importance. The following case studies from two Cutter Research members explain the drivers for and benefits of choosing managed data services (MDS).
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/managed-data-services-case-studiesIn April 2019, Cutter Wealth launched Wealth Trends, an online research series delivering thought leadership on key trends and disruption points that will reshape the wealth management industry through the early 2020s. Part Four of the series focuses on what we see as the most pressing trends relating to the wealth management firm as a whole.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/wealth-trends-part-four-trends-affecting-firmsThis report provides key findings identified in Cutter’s 2020 Data Management Benchmarking survey.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/2020-data-management-benchmarking-survey-resultsCutterResearch members discuss the challenges they face and best practices considered to track Investment Strategies/Themes within Multi-strategy portfolios as data flows through systems supporting the investment process — from portfolio management and trading through downstream systems delivering strategy level P&L, performance, and other reporting.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/tracking-investment-strategy-front-to-backWith today's discussions about personalization and direct indexing, tax optimization is top of mind for most wealth managers. Offering tax optimization can be a significant value-add and differentiator, but it's a multi-dimensional, complex process.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/tax-optimization-how-efficiency-supports-scaleThis report contains the results of a survey of CutterResearch member firms to understand how their IT and business people engage with each other, how IT supports the business, and how firms manage technology innovation.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/the-business-of-it-survey-resultsThis CutterResearch report includes a review of new technologies that are beginning to affect buy-side firms, how firms view them, and how they expect to use them.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/managing-fintechThis research on cloud computing includes an overview of the various cloud computing deployment and servicing models, the risks and benefits of cloud computing, and best practices for cloud computing.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cloud-computingThis report on investment research management provides information about asset managers and asset owners current investment research practices and challenges and the systems that support investment research management by creating, organizing, searching, and sharing research content.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/rethinking-research-managementAsset managers today want solutions to establish the right data and tools to support and enable their sales, marketing, and service teams.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/the-role-of-the-crm-for-asset-managers-2This research benchmarks digital client portals offered by 15 top wealth managers and private banks worldwide against the industry gold standard and examines how each portal stacks up against peers with a comprehensive profile of behind-the-login functionality.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/behind-the-login-benchmarking-digital-portals-for-wealth-clientsToday's ESG providers play a big part in the broad and complex topic of ESG - offering data sets, ratings, and ancillary products and services like data management tools, reporting tools, and proxy voting tools and services.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/esg-its-a-jungle-out-thereInvestment management firms widely use business intelligence (BI) tools to provide interactive access to data and analytics. This research examines the leading BI tools and the vendor landscape, common use cases, challenges related to BI programs, and best practices for BI tool implementation and ongoing support.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/business-intelligence-tools-1This research report includes a review of systems and services to assist in post-trade processing across asset classes, including confirmation / affirmation, matching and settlement systems, settlement instruction databases and networks.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/post-trade-processing-1This report analyzes in detail the strengths and weaknesses of the digital presences of 20 leading fund and asset managers worldwide targeted to institutional investors and advisors. In total, 75 websites and more than 40 social media presences were evaluated. The report provides an assessment and recommendations for each digital presence and discusses trends for the fund and asset management industry as a whole.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/fund-managers-digital-presences-for-institutionals-and-advisorsCutterResearch members discuss their practices for managing IT functions; planning with the business; budgeting, sourcing, and allocating resources; managing programs and projects; and keeping track of assets. Members share the tools their firms are using to support the business of IT and enable project teams and daily operations.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/best-practices-in-investments-itThe traditional wealth management asset allocation model, previously limited to equities and bonds, is being upended due to investor demands for new products and strategies. And wealth managers need to be prepared.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/wealth-management-investing-trends-cryptocurrencyCutterResearch members share how they are using automated workflow solutions to enable their business processes in middle and back office operations. What tools are they using in addition to email? What business drivers and objectives are facilitated by workflow tools?
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/workflow-toolsMachine Learning (ML) is delivering real-world business value for asset managers in production environments. How are firms deploying ML? Where is it providing the most benefit? What are the costs and challenges? This CutterCast provides insight into lessons learned about how and where to introduce ML for maximal business value.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/cuttercast-machine-learning-in-asset-management-1Although many firms look at asset allocation from a capital allocation perspective, this approach doesn’t tell the full story, and this has been evident during times of recent market stress. Traction is now gaining with a different approach.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/trends-in-asset-allocation-an-overview-of-capital-risk-asset-allocation-risk-budgeting-and-a-look-at-building-risk-balanced-portfoliosCutterResearch members discuss their tools for managing metadata within their broader data management activities. Discussions include the relevant data domains, who uses metadata, and how it is maintained, along with the benefits expected or realized by implementing an automated Metadata Management system.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/managing-metadataThis research provides background on the industry drivers affecting investment managers, and the tools and practices they currently use to manage investment management reference data.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/reference-data-management-solutions-1This report contains the results of Cutter Associates research into member practices, and technologies for managing collateral. It also provides detailed evaluations of collateral management systems and overviews of collateral management utilities and services.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/collateral-management-3This report on alternative investments provides information about solutions that can be used at various stages of the investment lifecycle, including systems that support contact management, due diligence, deal pipeline management, document management, portfolio construction, portfolio monitoring and analysis, and operational support.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/alternative-investmentsThis report contains the results of Cutter Associates research into Integrating Investment Systems, it includes an overview of the approach investment managers take to data and systems integration against a background of technology changes such as cloud deployment and APIs.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/integrating-investment-systems-1Trust accounting systems are the cornerstone platform of wealth management firms under trust bank charter. This report evaluates the leading trust accounting solutions used by wealth management firms.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/trust-accounting-systemsThis research examines the common applications for automation and AI-driven technology in the wealth management client acquisition process and also addresses common challenges wealth managers face when using automation.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/leveraging-ai-and-automation-for-client-acquisitionThis report contains findings from Cutter Associates research on Mastering Client, Account, and Product (CAP) Data. It provides background on the industry drivers affecting investment managers, including those related to data quality and accuracy for this reference data.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/mastering-client-account-and-product-data-1This research explores the supplier landscape, industry trends, and investment management practices related to managing benchmark and index data. The research summarizes current challenges faced by investment managers and discusses their areas of focus for improvement.
https://www.cutterassociates.com/insights/managing-benchmark-and-index-dataThis research discusses current trends in AI and the adoption for products and services spanning the wealth management lifecycle and provides practical use cases illustrating best practice implementations in wealth management.
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