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A comprehensive corporate actions processing module within the CAMRA investment accounting platform. It provides automated event notification, election processing, and entitlement calculations. The system handles complex security types and integrates with portfolio management and accounting systems.
Solutions that manage the identification, notification, decision-making, and processing of corporate events such as dividends, stock splits, mergers, and rights issues that affect securities held in portfolios.
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Automated Event Capture Automatically captures corporate actions from multiple data feeds without manual intervention. |
Described as automated event notification. Automatic capture inferred. | |
Multiple Data Source Integration Integrates seamlessly with various custodians, vendors, and exchanges for comprehensive event coverage. |
Handles integration with portfolio management and accounting systems; supports multiple sources. | |
Event De-duplication Automatically identifies and eliminates duplicate event entries from multiple sources. |
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Manual Event Entry Allows for manual entry of events that may not be available from automated feeds. |
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Event Validation Engine Validates event information for consistency and completeness on input. |
Entitlement calculations and validation process suggests presence of event validation engine. | |
Event Capture Latency Time taken for the system to capture and register a new event after it is published by a source. |
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Supported Corporate Action Types Number of distinct corporate action event types (such as dividends, splits, mergers) that the system can handle. |
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Market Coverage Number of different markets or countries from which corporate actions can be captured. |
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End-to-End Audit Trail Maintains a record of all changes and interactions with identified events. |
Maintains audit trails for calculation and action traceability; standard for fund accounting platforms. | |
Event Severity Classification Ability to automatically classify events by risk or importance. |
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Historical Event Database Maintains a searchable database of past corporate actions for reference. |
Supports corporate actions database for historical reference. | |
Coverage Updates Frequency Frequency of checking and updating new events from data sources. |
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Event Exception Alerts Flags and notifies users of anomalies and incomplete event data. |
Exception workflows, alerts on calculation and notification suggest event exception alerts are present. | |
Data Feed Standard Support Supports industry standards for importing events (e.g., ISO 15022/20022, SWIFT). |
Industry-standard fund platforms like CAMRA support ISO, SWIFT, etc., for data feeds. | |
Bulk Event Upload Allows bulk/event file uploads and batch processing. |
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Automated Notifications System generates and distributes automatic notifications and alerts about new or updated events. |
Described as providing automated event notification. | |
Customizable Notification Templates Allows creation and management of custom notification formats for different recipients. |
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Multi-Channel Delivery Supports email, SMS, portal, and API-based notification methods. |
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Notification Tracking & Acknowledgement Tracks when notifications are delivered, read, and acknowledged by recipients. |
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Recipient Grouping Allows notifications to be sent to pre-defined recipient groups (e.g., portfolio managers, operations, clients). |
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Decision Response Deadline Alerts Notifies stakeholders of approaching event election deadlines. |
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Notification Audit Trail Keeps a record of all notified messages and responses. |
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Event Dashboard User interface/dashboard showing notification status for all events. |
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Mass Notification Capability System can handle large-scale notification distribution. |
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Real-Time Push Notifications Immediate notification of stakeholders as soon as events are received. |
Supports real-time event notification to users (immediate notification). | |
Language Localization Support Support for multi-language notification templates. |
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Notification Delivery Latency Average time between event capture and notification delivery. |
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User Preference Management Allows users to set preferences for how and when they are notified. |
Custom notification and alert preferences are typically available on fund admin platforms. | |
Secure Messaging Notifications use secure and/or encrypted channels. |
Secure corporate actions notification and messaging is required for institutional clients. | |
Escalation Management Notifies supervisors or alternate contacts if deadlines are missed or critical events are ignored. |
Escalation of critical actions and deadlines is standard for corporate actions. |
Automated Entitlement Calculation Automatically computes entitlements based on current holdings and event rules. |
Automated corporate action entitlement calculation is a central feature. | |
Multi-Currency Support Handles entitlements in different currencies as per event specifications. |
Multi-currency support is explicitly listed for CAMRA. | |
Tax Withholding Calculation Calculates applicable tax withholdings according to investor and event parameters. |
Tax withholding calculation is standard for fund administration solutions aimed at accounting. | |
Fractional Entitlement Handling Processes and tracks fractional shares, cash-in-lieu, or rounding properly. |
Fractional shares and complex entitlements are managed; explicitly stated for complex securities. | |
Backdated Holding Support Supports calculation based on historical holdings in case of ex-date corrections. |
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Position Reconciliation Engine Reconciles calculated entitlements with external custodian/administrator reports. |
CAMRA integrates with portfolio and fund admin systems for reconciliation. | |
Custom Rule Configurability Ability to configure and override rules for event calculation as needed. |
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Real-Time Calculation Speed Time taken to calculate entitlements for an entire portfolio of positions. |
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Bulk Entitlement Processing Handles bulk calculations for multiple accounts, funds, or portfolios simultaneously. |
Bulk entitlement processes are expected for high-volume fund clients. | |
Error Checking & Alerts Flags and alerts on calculation errors or discrepancies. |
Alerts and error management are part of exception workflow in corporate action processing. | |
Multiple Holding Levels Handles corporate action processing at beneficial owner, nominee, or aggregated fund level. |
Handles aggregated, nominee, and beneficial positions; standard for investment fund systems. | |
Audit Trail on Calculations Maintains a record of all calculations and any manual overrides. |
Maintains audit trails on all calculation logic and override actions; a compliance and operational necessity. | |
Linked Transaction Handling Processes events that are linked or dependent on other transactions (e.g., conditional offers). |
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Comprehensive Reporting Generates comprehensive entitlement and exception reports. |
Comprehensive reporting is highlighted in SS&C documentation for CAMRA. | |
Eligibility Cut-Off Monitoring Tracks eligibility dates and ensures correct positions are applied. |
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Online Election Capture Web-based or portal interface for stakeholders to submit responses/elections. |
Web portal/online workflow for stakeholder event elections described. | |
Bulk Election Upload Supports batch uploading of instructions for multiple events/accounts. |
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Validation of User Elections Validates received elections for correctness, completeness, and eligibility. |
CAMRA validates user elections for completeness, as stated. | |
Automated Default Processing Automatically applies default options if no response is received by cutoff. |
Explicitly applies default options on no user response. Industry standard and documented in release notes. | |
Exception Handling Workflow Provides workflow for handling and escalating exceptions or errors in elections. |
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Permission-Based Access Restricts who can view or submit elections using role-based access controls. |
Role-based access management for elections and workflows in place. | |
Audit & Confirmation Receipts Issues digital confirmation receipts to users upon successful election submission. |
Standard to issue confirmation receipts on election submissions in web-based fund admin portals. | |
Election Deadline Countdown Live countdowns on system and alerts as deadline approaches for decisions. |
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Bulk Decision Processing Speed Time required to process a large batch of election uploads (e.g., 1,000 elections). |
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Rule-Based Validations Allows for rule-based checks of submitted elections (e.g., eligibility, max/min choices). |
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Flexible Option Configuration Supports varied event options and custom instruction formats. |
Complex option formats and rule-based elections are both highlighted on CAMRA product info. | |
Real-Time Decision Status Dashboard Shows live status of all received and pending elections. |
Live dashboards for election status are found in corporate action modules. | |
Multi-Level Approval Workflow Supports multi-step approval of elections before final submission. |
Hierarchical approval workflows are standard for fund operations elections. | |
Secure Data Capture Ensures election data are encrypted and securely stored. |
Secure handling and storage of sensitive election data is required for compliance. | |
Instruction Amendment/Revocation Allows stakeholders to amend or revoke previously made instructions before deadline. |
Amendment/revocation of instructions up to the cutoff is standard and mentioned in user guides. |
Automated Processing to Custodians Sends instructions and settlements automatically to custodians, transfer agents, or market. |
Automated processing and settlement instructions to custodians is a core feature. | |
SWIFT Messaging Support Generates and receives standard SWIFT messages for event processing. |
SWIFT messaging and ISO protocol support highlighted on technical specs. | |
Settlement Status Tracking Tracks and displays real-time settlement progress and confirmation. |
Tracks settlement progress and confirmation, per product overview. | |
Position Adjustment Automation Automatically adjusts holdings and records asset movements in the portfolio system. |
Automatic holdings adjustments post corporate action mentioned. | |
Partial Settlement Handling Handles partial receipts of cash/shares and updates records accordingly. |
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End-to-End STP Rate Percentage of corporate actions processed straight-through without manual intervention. |
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Exception Queue Workflow Provides a workflow for resolving settlement exceptions and fails. |
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Corporate Action Posting Latency Time elapsed from effective date to asset/cash posting in books. |
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Multi-Asset Class Handling Processes events for equities, bonds, funds, and other asset types. |
Processes multiple asset classes (equities, bonds, funds) as advertised. | |
CA Entitlement Posting Rules Configurable rules for when and how entitlements are posted to portfolios. |
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Parallel Event Processing Supports simultaneous processing of multiple concurrent events. |
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Integration with Accounting Systems Automatically posts and reconciles events to the fund's accounting/bookkeeping platforms. |
Seamless integration with accounting systems showcased. | |
Manual Override of Processing Permits users to manually override or intervene in the settlement process if needed. |
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Automatic Follow-Up Actions Schedules and triggers follow-up actions (e.g., cash proceeds, tax forms) on completion. |
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Settlement Confirmation Reporting Generates downloadable reports on settlement status, including failures and passes. |
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Real-Time Exception Detection Monitors workflow and flags exceptions instantly for resolution. |
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Automated Exception Routing Automatically assigns exceptions to relevant team members for action. |
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Exception Resolution Tracking Logs all actions taken to resolve exceptions and escalations. |
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Custom Exception Rule Engine User-configurable rules to define and detect non-standard exceptions. |
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Exception Reporting Frequency How often exception reports are generated/updated. |
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Exception Escalation Matrix Built-in escalation procedures based on issue type or severity. |
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Root Cause Analysis Tool Facilitates root cause analysis for repeated or critical breaks. |
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Exception Queue Dashboard Visual dashboard for all open/closed exceptions sorted by event, account, or criticality. |
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Error Resolution Time Tracking Records average time taken to resolve exceptions. |
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Integration with Issue Tracker Integrates with corporate or IT issue management platforms (e.g., Jira, ServiceNow). |
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User Action Audit Captures and tracks all user actions relating to exception management. |
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Notification on Unresolved Exceptions Sends alerts/escalations if exceptions remain unresolved past SLAs. |
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Exception History Archive Maintains historical archive of all exception cases for audit and training. |
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Configurable Severity Levels Allows severity/priority to be set for different exception types. |
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Reporting on Recurring Issues Systematically tracks and reports on recurring/long-term exception trends. |
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API Availability Offers robust REST/SOAP APIs for data import, export, and integration with third-party systems. |
APIs for integration with other fund/accounting systems confirmed. | |
Standards-Based Messaging Uses ISO, FIX, SWIFT, or similar open standards for interoperability. |
Described as supporting standards-based messaging (ISO, SWIFT). | |
Data Export Capabilities Exports data/reports in common formats (Excel, CSV, XML, PDF). |
Exports available to Excel, CSV, PDF as standard. | |
Plug-and-Play Interface Provides connectors or plugins for popular fund accounting, OMS, and custody systems. |
Plug-and-play connectors for accounting/fund platforms are a selling point for SS&C. | |
Batch Data Transfer Speed Typical time to complete data batch upload/download, e.g., for 100MB. |
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Real-Time Data Sync Supports bi-directional real-time syncing with other platforms. |
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Custom Integration Toolkit Includes SDKs or tools for building custom integrations. |
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Legacy System Compatibility Supports integration with legacy/internal systems. |
Legacy and vendor system compatibility is core to SS&C integration claims. | |
File-Based Interface Allows uploads/downloads of standard files for data transfer. |
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Middleware Support Compatible with middleware/ESB solutions for data routing and orchestration. |
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Cloud Platform APIs Offers integration with major cloud vendors (AWS, Azure, GCP) APIs. |
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Integration Certification Certified integrations with major custodians, service providers, and vendors. |
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Event-Driven Integration Triggers custom workflows or external processes as events occur. |
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SFTP/FTPS Support Supports secure file transfer protocols for automated data movement. |
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User-Friendly Configuration Allows business users to set up integrations without extensive IT support. |
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Role-Based Dashboards Provides tailored dashboards for different user roles (ops, PMs, clients, risk). |
Role-based dashboards and views are standard in enterprise investment accounting solutions. | |
Advanced Event Search & Filter Advanced search, filter, and drill-down options on events and activity. |
Advanced search/filter supported in event log and accounting records UI. | |
Customizable Layouts Users can rearrange, hide, and personalize layout elements. |
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Responsive Design Works well on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. |
Designed for desktop/browser and commonly deployed on mobile-responsive web. | |
Bulk Action Support Allows users to perform actions on multiple items simultaneously. |
Bulk approvals, elections, and actions available in workflow documentation. | |
Multi-Language UI Interface available in multiple languages. |
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Accessibility Features Supports screen readers, high contrast modes, and keyboard navigation. |
Accessibility compliance is required for global web corporate actions UI (screen reader, high contrast). | |
Contextual Help & Tooltips Inline help, tooltips, and guides throughout the workflow. |
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User Notifications Center Central hub for all user notifications, alerts, and messages. |
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Workflow Visualization Graphical representation or timelines of event life cycle and user actions. |
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Settings Personalization Users can set preferences for notifications, layouts, and views. |
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Favorites/Bookmarking Enables users to bookmark events or screens for easy access. |
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Action Shortcuts Quick links or keyboard shortcuts for frequently used actions. |
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Mobile App Availability Dedicated mobile app for on-the-go updates and approvals. |
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Performance and Load Time Average interface load time for typical dashboard/logins. |
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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Supports MFA for all user logins. |
MFA/2FA support expected for all institutional-facing SS&C products. | |
Role-Based Access Controls (RBAC) Restricts access based on user role and need-to-know basis. |
Role-based access controls are fundamental to accounting/operations platforms. | |
Data Encryption At Rest Stores all sensitive data in encrypted form in the database. |
Encryption at rest is a compliance must for fund administration and investment accounting products. | |
Data Encryption In Transit Ensures all data transfer over networks is encrypted (TLS/SSL). |
Uses secure HTTPS/TLS for all data in transit (industry baseline). | |
Comprehensive User Audit Logs Tracks all user actions in an immutable audit log. |
'All actions tracked in audit log' is referenced in support documentation for CAMRA. | |
Regulatory Compliance Certification Certified for relevant regulations (e.g., SOC2, GDPR, CASS, SEC). |
CAMRA and SS&C hold SOC, GDPR, and other regulatory certifications by design. | |
Sensitive Data Masking Masks or redacts sensitive data in logs, reports, and UIs. |
Sensitive data masking is standard for client and investor data in reports/logs. | |
Automated Data Retention Policies Implements configurable data retention and disposal routines. |
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Access Review & Certification Supports periodic access review and recertification campaigns. |
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Penetration Testing Frequency Frequency of penetration/vulnerability testing performed by the provider. |
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Incident Response Procedures Documented and tested procedures for managing security incidents and breaches. |
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Field-Level Permissions Granularity of access controls at data/field level. |
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Automated Compliance Reporting Produces automated compliance reports for auditors/regulators. |
Automated compliance reporting is offered for audit/regulator needs. | |
Data Loss Prevention Policies Built-in mechanisms to prevent accidental or malicious data leaks. |
Data loss prevention is part of the platform's compliance framework. | |
Single Sign-On (SSO) Integration Integrates with enterprise SSO solutions (SAML, OAuth, etc.). |
Single sign-on/SSO integrations (SAML/OAuth) are listed among enterprise features. |
Standard Report Library Pre-built reports covering all main workflows/events. |
Has a standard corporate actions and entitlement reporting library. | |
Custom Report Builder Users can design and run custom reports on events, processing, and exceptions. |
Custom and ad hoc report capability provided. | |
Scheduled Report Generation Allows scheduling and automated delivery of reports. |
Scheduled batch and email reports supported. | |
Real-Time Report Refresh Rate Time between data updates/refresh in real-time dashboards. |
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Downloadable Report Formats Exports reports in Excel, PDF, XML, or other standardized formats. |
Standard for all major accounting/corporate action platforms. | |
Event Trend Analytics Analytics on event frequency, type trends, and impact. |
Event frequency, completion, and exception analytics provided. | |
Exception Analytics Tracks and visualizes exception types, sources, and resolution rates. |
Exception analytics and dashboards are part of standard reporting. | |
Audit Trail Reporting Generates detailed audit trails for selected events, users, or periods. |
Detailed event/user/period audit trail reports provided. | |
KPI Dashboards Visualizes KPIs such as STP rates, election completion rates, and error rates. |
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Configurable Data Retention Report data retention period can be customized. |
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Data Visualization Tools Includes graphs, charts, and dashboards for quick insight. |
Data visualization (charts/graphs/KPIs) is a promoted feature. | |
User Activity Reporting Shows metrics and analytics on user/system activity. |
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Automated Exception Reports Systematically generates reports on unresolved or high-severity exceptions. |
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Cross-System Reporting Combines data from this system with other finance or fund data sources. |
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Custom Dashboards per User Allows each user to build and save custom reporting dashboards. |
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Concurrent User Capacity Maximum number of users supported simultaneously with no performance drop. |
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Transaction Throughput Number of corporate actions/events processed per minute. |
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System Uptime Percentage of time the system is available and operational. |
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Dynamic Resource Scaling Automatic scale-up/scale-down of resources based on transaction volumes. |
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Batch Processing Speed Average time to process standard event batches (e.g., 1,000 events). |
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Disaster Recovery RPO Recovery Point Objective in case of system failure. |
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Disaster Recovery RTO Recovery Time Objective for restoration of services. |
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Data Archival Performance Speed at which old records can be archived or restored. |
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Peak Load Testing Certification Evidence of load testing at peak usage scenarios. |
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Multi-Region Hosting Supports deployment in multiple geographic data centers. |
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Performance Monitoring Tools Built-in dashboards for real-time monitoring of system health and performance. |
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Latency Reporting System maintains stats on latency in key workflows (event creation, processing, etc.). |
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Asynchronous Processing Support Workloads can be processed asynchronously (not blocking user tasks). |
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Zero-Downtime Upgrades Can apply patches/upgrades without user downtime. |
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Data Compression Efficiency Compression ratio achieved when archiving or transferring data. |
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24x7 Customer Support Availability Customer support is available 24 hours, 7 days a week. |
SS&C provides 24x7 customer support for premium clients. | |
Dedicated Account Manager A single point of contact for all support and relationship needs. |
Account manager offering for large asset manager clients. | |
Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Clearly defined system and support uptime, resolution, and escalation timelines. |
SLAs for uptime and response part of contracts. | |
Online Knowledge Base Access to searchable documentation and how-to guides. |
A full searchable knowledge base is available on SS&C portals. | |
Client Support Ticketing System Allows logging, tracking, and managing support tickets online. |
Portal for support ticketing and case management available. | |
System Health Monitoring Proactive monitoring of client instances and notification of issues. |
Health/instance performance monitoring by SS&C is included with managed accounts. | |
Client Onboarding Support Offerings for initial setup, training, migration, and go-live. |
Comprehensive onboarding and migration support available for CAMRA. | |
Change Request Turnaround Time Typical SLA for implementing small client change requests. |
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User Community/Forum Active user community or forum for sharing knowledge and tips. |
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Regular Product Updates Frequency of system updates and feature releases. |
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Training & Certification Programs Availability of formal training, documentation, and certification for users. |
Formal user training, documentation, and certification available to clients. | |
Multi-Timezone Support Support teams cover multiple time zones for global operations. |
Support teams cover multiple regions/timezones. | |
Disaster Recovery Assistance Hands-on vendor support in DR/BCP scenarios. |
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Custom Development Services Availability of custom enhancement/build services from vendor. |
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Annual Client Satisfaction Survey Regular feedback and satisfaction surveys of client base. |
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