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INNOVATIVE PORTFOLIO ANALYTICS SOFTWARE

With iPM Portal, investment firms gain web-based, client-centric portfolio management software with integrated CRM functionality. The result is a 360-degree view of portfolio and client information. With this powerful SaaS tool, users can access performance analytics, holdings, transactions, contact information, documents, and all data associated with portfolios, composites, accounts, clients, and contacts. Accounts can involve any individual contact associated with a given relationship, such as households, families, or others. 

For many investment managers, having this information available and easy to access is crucial to their ability to deliver detailed, personalized service to clients. In addition, iPM Portal offers external client access features, such as holdings, transactions, performance, gain/loss, and other pertinent information such as client statements, billing statements, client agreements, and more.  End users can also easily post documents for client viewing via iPM Portal. 

The system’s design flows seamlessly with the firm’s operations and eliminates the time spent in the areas of unnecessary overhead and routine tasks. iPM Portal users can devote their time to servicing clients and providing the best experience possible. 

The INDATA Solutions Ecosystem

iPM Portal is one key component of the INDATA SaaS-based investment management platform. This ecosystem includes Architect AI, Architect AI Reporting, and iPM Cloud.

Architect AI

Architect AI is a modular solution for OMS, PMS, accounting, performance, and reporting. It offers AI-driven portfolio construction, modeling, rebalancing, compliance, trading, and reporting with seamless workflows. It integrates OMS with EMS capabilities and third-party systems. Architect AI Reporting is an optional add-on.

Architect AI Reporting

Architect AI Reporting, an add-on module using Microsoft Power BI, enables advanced reporting with data aggregation and analytics. It provides detailed insights, integrating data dimensions, time horizons, and visualizations for comprehensive analysis.

iPM Cloud

iPM Cloud is a cloud-based platform providing IT infrastructure, software, and hardware for secure, remote access. It enables teams to work collaboratively with up-to-date data and software, a standard for deploying Architect AI Reporting.

TOP FEATURES OFFERED

CRM FUNCTIONALITY

The portal has advanced CRM features, making all client information accessible within the system. This integration provides efficiency and productivity improvements. End users can have valuable insights into the relationships between contacts, clients, and associated parties.

ACCURATE REPORTING

Reporting with INDATA’s iPM Portal portfolio analytics software is customizable and real-time. Reporting options include performance, positions, transactions, and other analytics. Managers can then take portfolio information and transform them into effective client statements and investor presentations.

MICROSOFT OUTLOOK INTEGRATION

iPM Portal seamlessly integrates with Microsoft Outlook, including calendars, tasks, activities, email archiving, note collection for accounts and portfolios, document management, mail merging, and more.

PORTFOLIO DASHBOARDS

Visualizations of portfolio performance, gain/loss, and other pertinent information are visible and customizable with dashboards. This investment management platform allows wealth managers to build dashboards for individual, customized, or aggregate-level relationships.

CLIENT ACCESS PORTAL

Clients want secure access to their portfolio data, and iPM Portal enables this. Clients can access their information 24/7 securely and conveniently.

AUTOMATION

The technology can automate repetitive, rules-based tasks. Eliminating these from human workflows also reduces the chance of error. Employees can spend their time on higher-level activities versus mundane processes.

PRIVATE CLOUD HOSTING

iPM Portal resides in iPM Cloud, a private cloud tech infrastructure. With this approach, firms always have the most current third-party software versions and no longer have to budget for capital expenses associated with on-site hosting. There’s no IT infrastructure to manage, reducing costs and allowing IT resources to focus on strategic activities.

PERFORMANCE ANALYTICS

The solution includes performance analytics and portfolio data across many measures, including rates of return, holdings, transactions, and more. This advanced and comprehensive analytics engine empowers firms to be proactive versus reactive in their portfolio presentation activities.

WHY CHOOSE INDATA?

INDATA’s portfolio analytics and portfolio management solutions are industry-leading and designed to leverage big data analytics for improved decision-making. The infusion of AI and machine learning into these capabilities enables automation and faster insights. The entire ecosystem of investment management technology empowers firms to be agile and nimble while delivering the best service and returns for clients.
Real-Time and Historical Insights

Users have access to complete portfolio dashboards of current and historical data for more informed decision-making.

Seamless Workflows and Integration

INDATA has been supporting institutional investment management for over 25 years. As a result, the solutions provided align with the needs and expectations of modern firms.

Accurate Reporting and Complete Transparency

Accurate reporting and complete transparency set firms and their clients up for success.

SOLUTIONS BY USE CASE

INDATA’s iPM Portal delivers solutions for portfolio management, portfolio analytics, client access to reports, and CRM data. With automation capabilities, firms can optimize operations and minimize unnecessary overhead. INDATA’s portfolio analytics software supports all the key functions of a firm in its pursuit of optimal returns for clients and efficiency in workflows.

SOLUTIONS BY ROLE/INDUSTRY

iPM Portal can be beneficial to many roles within a firm. By using the dashboards and software tools, portfolio managers and wealth advisors have key information at hand to present and deliver key intelligence to clients about their performance and investment approach. Its efficiency features streamline workflows, supporting front-middle-back-office operations across the enterprise. 

Whoever needs the data—PMs, marketing, client services, administrators, or operations—has it when it matters most. iPM Portal provides solutions tailored to each investment firm’s portfolio analytics needs. It’s also web-based, so users can access it from anywhere securely. 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Portfolio analytics refers to evaluating, optimizing, and managing investment assets (the portfolio). It can involve a variety of tools that leverage data to identify insights and patterns that could impact performance. It’s a qualitative method of assessment so that portfolio managers can make the most informed decisions for clients.

Portfolio analytics software provides many advantages for firms that employ it. Benefits encompass:

  • Real-time visibility into portfolio performance
  • The ability to automate many repetitive tasks for faster insights and fewer errors
  • Operational efficiency across all analytics activities 
  • Measuring overall adherence to portfolio goals
  • Improved asset allocation through the reveal of a portfolio’s lead contributors and detractors

With CRM information integrated into iPM Portal, investment managers don’t have to log into additional systems. It’s readily available to access when consulting with clients. It can save users considerable time every day.

Yes, INDATA’s iPM Portal can be a stand-alone product, but it can also be used as part of the INDATA ecosystem of products that include Architect AI, Architect AI Reporting, and iPM Cloud.

The INDATA iPM Portal is a web-based software tool that integrates a CRM (Client Relationship Management) system with portfolio analytics software. Via this platform, users have access to portfolio information as well as dashboards, reports, and documents for their investment management clients. 

The portal also has a client-facing interface. Investors can log in to the secure site to view their information securely 24/7.

Investment managers are the primary users of the solution.

There is a wealth of information available in the portal for investors, including:

  • Performance analytics
  • Reports: positions, transactions, and other analytics 
  • Holdings
  • Gain/loss
  • Statements and agreements 

As a client relationship management tool, the portal excels at conveying complex information in a clear and visually appealing manner. 

Investment managers have complete visibility into each client’s account within the platform. There’s no additional work required to gather or integrate information across systems, so it’s always accessible and up-to-date. 

With this information, investment managers can streamline the delivery of investment details to clients. It also allows them to personalize this without additional overhead or manual work. Automation is an integral part of workflows, focusing on repetitive, rules-based tasks. 

Providing clients with secure access to the portal allows them to view their investments at any time, maintaining transparency and visibility, which in turn fosters stronger relationships.

The platform also integrates with Microsoft Outlook, connecting calendars, tasks, activities, email archiving, document management, and more. This helps investment managers be more productive.

Yes, the data available is real-time. There are multiple layers of security to ensure that only authorized individuals have access. The software resides in INDATA’s iPM Cloud, a private cloud. It always has the most current third-party software versions. Firms do not have to invest in infrastructure to manage the platform.

Yes, customization is an option. The visualization dashboards and tiles enable the creation of dashboards for individuals or aggregate-level relationships. The reporting modules provide another area of personalization. Reporting on positions, transactions, performance and other analytics is customizable, allowing investment managers to transform these data points into meaningful dashboards and reports for clients.

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