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Some of our projects

With a constant changing environment we  provide advisory, consultancy and market know how enabling financial institutions to excel within current markets. We cover the entire investment management process and are able to assist your firm in every step of the investment lifecycle from front office technologies, through midoffice processes all the way to the back office and the accounting book of record. Ensuring that your organisation can focus on your key business.

Consulting

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Modernizing ABOR Reconciliation

We partnered with a prominent financial services company to revamp their accounting book of records (ABOR) reconciliation process and integrate advanced reconciliation features into their Back Office operations. Our team, led by our experienced Senior Business Analyst/Project Manager, collaborated closely with the client to ensure a smooth transition to the enhanced system. We played a crucial role in defining comprehensive requirements and creating detailed procedural guidelines, facilitating seamless communication between the client and custodian. This project focused on streamlining both ABOR and Back Office administration, leading to significant improvements in operational efficiency, reduced manual effort, eliminated potential errors, and enhanced data reconciliation. This achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional consulting services tailored to our clients’ specific needs.

The project encompassed the following activities:

  • Conducting an in-depth analysis of the existing ABOR reconciliation process
  • Identifying and documenting detailed requirements for the new system
  • Developing and implementing comprehensive procedural guidelines

As a result of the project, the client has reaped the following benefits:

  • Reduced processing time for ABOR reconciliations
  • Enhanced accuracy of data reconciliation
  • Increased efficiency of Back Office operations
  • Strengthened communication between the client and custodian
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Enhancing Financial Instrument Management through Swap Implementation

A leading financial services provider sought to enhance its financial instrument management capabilities by implementing Interest Rate, Currency, and Total Return Swaps. To execute this complex project, the organization engaged our Senior Consultant with extensive expertise in derivatives and financial instrument implementation.

The Senior Consultant meticulously gathered business requirements, ensuring a deep understanding of the organization’s specific needs and objectives. Through in-depth analysis, they formulated clear and actionable recommendations for processes related to Interest Rate, Currency, and Total Return Swaps. Their expertise extended to providing expert advice on the right accounting treatment for these instruments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and accounting principles.

With a focus on seamless integration, the Senior Consultant expertly implemented Interest Rate, Currency, and Total Return Swaps into the organization’s system environment, spanning the entire lifecycle from transaction capture to accounting treatment. They leveraged their proficiency in Simcorp Dimension, Smartstream, and Business Objects to ensure compatibility and data integrity across the organization’s systems.

The Senior Consultant’s contributions were instrumental in empowering the organization to effectively manage Interest Rate, Currency, and Total Return Swaps, enhancing their financial instrument capabilities and risk management practices. Their expertise in derivatives, accounting treatment, and system integration proved invaluable in streamlining processes, optimizing financial performance, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

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Technical Outsourcing and Hosting of SimCorp Dimension

Our team successfully managed a project involving the technical outsourcing and hosting of SimCorp Dimension for a group of leading international asset managers. Led by our experienced Project Manager, he collaborated closely with the client to ensure a seamless transition to the new system. He played a crucial role in planning, resource administration, and budget control, ensuring the project’s timely and efficient completion.

The project encompassed the following activities:

  • Developing and managing a comprehensive project plan
  • Effectively allocating and managing project resources
  • Monitoring and controlling project expenses to adhere to the established budget

As a result of the project, the client experienced the following benefits:

  • Successful implementation of technical outsourcing and hosting solutions for SimCorp Dimension
  • Enhanced system performance and availability through cloud-based hosting

Interim Management

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Empowering Functional Application Management with SimCorp Dimension Optimization

One of our Senior Consultants provided Interim Management for the Functional Application Management (FAM) team of one of our clients to provide comprehensive support and optimize their SimCorp Dimension financial management software. Led by our experienced project manager, we played a crucial role in supporting daily operations, developing process descriptions, optimizing access roles, and implementing Atlassian tooling for incident management.

The project encompassed the following activities:

  • Providing ongoing support and assistance to the FAM team with daily operations
  • Drafting detailed process descriptions for incident, change, and access management within SimCorp Dimension
  • Analyzing and optimizing access roles and function profiles to align with current business needs and security requirements
  • Implementing Atlassian tooling (Jira & Confluence) to streamline incident management processes and improve issue resolution time

As a result of the project, the client experienced the following benefits:

  • Enhanced operational efficiency through comprehensive and timely FAM support
  • Improved process clarity and effectiveness through clear and concise process descriptions
  • Strengthened security posture through optimized access roles and function profiles
  • Streamlined incident management and reduced manual effort through Atlassian tooling implementation
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Interim management of Back Office operations while Streamlining Private Debt administration

Our consultant played a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations of Loan Facilities in SimCorp Dimension. Going beyond administrative duties, they stepped into the shoes of a business analyst, actively participating in an improvement project that involved meticulously dissecting current processes and translating them into enhancements within SimCorp Dimension, particularly within the Loan facilities module. Their expertise extended to collaborating with external stakeholders, including loan agents, loan services administration, and asset managers. Our consultant’s responsibilities encompassed offering investment advice, providing temporary management solutions, and administering private debt funds. This project demanded a blend of analytical thinking, effective communication, financial acumen, and strong interpersonal skills. Our consultant’s involvement in this project exemplifies our commitment to delivering comprehensive financial services and expert guidance in investment management.

Alongside optimizing operational efficiency, our consultant played a crucial role in empowering the internal team through comprehensive training sessions. By imparting their knowledge and expertise, our consultant ensured a smooth transition towards insourcing to colleagues abroad, empowering the team to independently manage the processes and achieve long-term sustainability.

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Managing Operational Excellence in Back Office Management

A leading asset manager sought to streamline its back office operations and enhance efficiency by entrusting the management of its Back Office “Operations Team” to an experienced Operations Manager, one of our Senior Consultants. Under the leadership of our consultant, the team, comprising 35 FTEs, underwent a significant transformation. The manager meticulously oversaw daily operations, ensuring seamless execution of tasks and adherence to high standards of accuracy and timeliness. With a keen eye for improvement, the manager actively participated in various improvement processes, identifying areas for optimization and implementing solutions to enhance operational efficiency.

Beyond day-to-day operations, the manager played a crucial role in shaping the organization’s strategic direction. They actively participated in Steering Committees, providing valuable insights and contributing to informed decision-making. Their expertise extended to the periodic evaluation of Custodians and suppliers, ensuring that the organization partnered with the best service providers in the industry.

The manager’s dedication extended to supporting the COO in various projects, demonstrating their commitment to the organization’s overall success. They provided expert advice, analyzed complex data, and contributed to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives.

The manager’s contributions to the organization’s back office operations were instrumental in achieving significant improvements in efficiency, accuracy, and overall performance. Their expertise in Data Management, Payments & Settlements, Reconciliation, Tax & Account opening, Corporate Actions, Fund Administration, and Transition Management proved invaluable in streamlining processes and enhancing the organization’s back office capabilities.

Change Management

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Implementation of Blackrock Alladin Risk

This project aimed to enhance the financial management operations of one our clients by implementing the BlackRock Aladdin Risk system, addressing data extraction processes, and reconciling holdings between our existing system and the new platform.

  • Developed Interfaces: One of our consultants developed robust interfaces for data extraction from various sources, ensuring seamless data flow into the BlackRock Aladdin Risk system.
  • Reconciled Holdings: The reconciliation process involved a meticulous comparison of holdings between our legacy system and the BlackRock Aladdin Risk platform, identifying any discrepancies and resolving them to ensure data consistency.
  • Challenged Deviations: We proactively engaged with the system provider to address any deviations or discrepancies discovered during the implementation, facilitating a smooth transition.
  • Improved Client Administration: The project also focused on enhancing client administration procedures, streamlining operations, and ensuring a more efficient and transparent workflow.

The domains in scope for this project were SimCorp Dimension and the BlackRock Aladdin Risk platform.

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Elevating Front Office Operations and Customer Experience through FO SaaS Implementation

Recognizing the need to streamline front office operations and elevate customer satisfaction, a leading global provider of securities services embarked on a transformative journey to implement a Front Office SaaS (FO SaaS) model built upon a sophisticated financial software suite. To spearhead this critical initiative, the organization engaged one of our Senior Consultants, entrusting them with the responsibility of designing, implementing, and training the necessary infrastructure to ensure a seamless transition to the FO SaaS model.

With meticulous attention to detail, our consultant crafted a comprehensive FO SaaS model tailored to the organization’s unique requirements. They expertly implemented key modules, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes. Expanding connectivity beyond initial limitations, they integrated the FO SaaS model with a broader range of trading platforms, opening doors to a wider array of trading options. Recognizing the intricacies of the organization’s fund structure, the Senior Consultant devised a robust rebalancing process to efficiently manage complex rebalancing requirements.

Demonstrating unwavering commitment, our consultant assumed full ownership of the FO SaaS model, providing ongoing support and guidance to ensure its successful adoption and utilization. To safeguard the long-term sustainability of the FO SaaS model, the Senior Consultant meticulously built and trained a dedicated support staff, equipping them with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively manage and maintain the system. Actively engaging with clients, the Senior Consultant gathered valuable feedback and incorporated it into the development and implementation of the FO SaaS model, resulting in a user-friendly and efficient system that met the evolving needs of clients.

The successful implementation of the FO SaaS model yielded a multitude of benefits, including streamlined front office operations, enhanced customer experience, improved operational efficiency, reduced manual intervention, real-time trade execution and order management, access to a broader range of trading platforms, a robust rebalancing process, and an empowered support staff.