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Quantum Treasury Management Solution from FIS Global
Integrated treasury and risk management platform that offers derivative management, hedge accounting, cash forecasting, and accounting integration. Features include real-time risk analytics, compliance with hedge accounting regulations, and comprehensive derivative valuation.
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Derivative Management Solutions for Risk Management
Specialized applications for managing the lifecycle of derivative instruments, from trade capture and valuation to hedge accounting and settlement processing.
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Trade Capture and Management
(11 Yes /11 Known /12 Possible features)
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Multi-instrument support Ability to handle a wide range of derivative types (e.g., swaps, forwards, options). |
Quantum supports a wide range of derivatives including swaps, options, and forwards as marketed on the FIS Global website. | |
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Trade booking speed Time taken to input and confirm new derivative trades. |
No information available | |
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Automated trade import Supports automatic import of trades from electronic platforms or spreadsheets. |
FIS Quantum documentation mentions ability to import trades from external platforms and spreadsheets. | |
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Custom fields Allows users to define custom fields for specific data capture. |
Solution advertises flexible data capture and customizable fields for client workflow requirements. | |
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Trade version control Tracks and manages changes made to trade records over time. |
Quantum supports audit history and versioning of trades to ensure compliance and traceability. | |
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Audit trail Provides full audit logs for all trade-related actions. |
Audit trail for all trade and user actions is specifically mentioned in marketing and compliance collateral. | |
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Lifecycle event management Handles events such as resets, rollovers, and early terminations. |
Lifecycle event management (resets, rollovers, etc.) is a standard feature for corporate derivative solutions like Quantum. | |
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Counterparty management Maintains detailed information and limits for counterparties. |
Detailed counterparty management and related risk are promoted as core functionality. | |
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Deal documentation repository Stores and links deal documentation to each trade. |
Deal documentation repository and linkages are described in product capability matrix. | |
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Blotter views Offers customizable blotter screens for trade review and analysis. |
Configurable blotter views for trade monitoring and review are standard for this solution. | |
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Settlement instruction management Manages payment schedules and settlement details for each trade. |
Settlement instruction management is explicitly stated in product documentation. | |
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Batch trade processing Ability to execute actions on multiple trades simultaneously. |
Batch processing is common and referenced in the user guides for Quantum. |
Valuation and Pricing
(9 Yes /9 Known /11 Possible features)
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Real-time pricing engine Valuations are available in real time based on market data. |
Real-time pricing and valuation is a core selling point on the FIS Global webpage for Quantum. | |
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Market data integration Automatic retrieval and updating of rates, curves, and implied volatilities from market sources. |
Quantum integrates with market data providers for rates, curves, and implied vol. | |
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User-defined valuation models Supports the integration or definition of custom pricing models. |
Built-in support for custom valuation models and constructions, per solution overviews. | |
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Model validation tools Functions for back-testing and validating pricing models. |
Back-testing, model validation, and results analysis are cited in whitepapers. | |
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Sensitivity analysis Ability to compute and report sensitivities (Greeks) of derivative positions. |
Sensitivity and scenario analysis (including Greeks) is present for derivatives. | |
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Batch valuation speed Speed at which large portfolios are valued. |
No information available | |
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Valuation as-of-date flexibility Permits valuation at arbitrary historical or future dates. |
System allows selection of any as-of date for valuation and reporting. | |
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Transparent calculation methodology Clear access to calculation logic for audit and compliance. |
Transparent pricing methodology and audit visibility is a compliance feature described for regulatory audits. | |
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Third-party integration Compatibility with external valuation platforms or vendors. |
Integration with third-party pricing and valuation engines is promoted in integration guides. | |
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Revaluation accuracy Degree of accuracy in model-based revaluation (e.g., error margin in basis points). |
No information available | |
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Historical valuation archive Stores historical valuations for comparison and auditing. |
Historical valuation archive is a feature for audit and compliance. |
Risk Analytics & Reporting
(10 Yes /10 Known /11 Possible features)
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Exposure tracking Monitors exposures by counterparty, portfolio, and instrument. |
Exposure analytics by counterparty, instrument, and book are advertised in product sheets. | |
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Value-at-Risk (VaR) Computes VaR across different portfolios and risk factors. |
Value at Risk (VaR) modules are cited in analytic capabilities. | |
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Potential Future Exposure (PFE) Simulates and measures credit exposures over time. |
Potential future exposure (PFE) is referenced as available for credit risk management. | |
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Scenario analysis Allows users to define and run what-if scenarios and stress tests. |
Supports scenario and stress-test analytics. | |
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Limit monitoring Tracks and enforces user-defined risk limits in real-time. |
Limit monitoring (limits, breaches, alerts) appear in key risk tools. | |
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Custom risk dashboards Configurable dashboards for real-time risk monitoring. |
Dashboard customization and risk monitoring tools available based on screenshots and user guides. | |
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Automated risk report scheduling Schedules and delivers risk reports automatically at specified intervals. |
Automated and scheduled risk reporting is a built-in option. | |
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Regulatory reporting tools Built-in templates to generate reports for compliance with regulations (e.g., EMIR, Dodd-Frank). |
Regulatory reporting built-in to support Dodd-Frank, EMIR, and other mandates. | |
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Instrument-level risk breakdown Detailed breakdown of risk by instrument, maturity, or sensitivity. |
Instrument-level and granular risk breakdown described in solution summaries. | |
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Real-time risk analytics speed Latency of risk metric calculations for large portfolios. |
No information available | |
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Historical analytics capability Ability to run analytics on historical data to assess risk trends. |
Historical risk analytics capability is clearly documented. |
Collateral and Margin Management
(10 Yes /10 Known /10 Possible features)
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CSA agreement support Ability to manage Credit Support Annex (CSA) terms for margining. |
CSA (Credit Support Annex) agreement terms and margining are supported in collateral modules. | |
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Automated margin call calculation Systematic computation of initial and variation margin requirements. |
Automated margin calculation engine described as part of collateral management. | |
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Collateral optimization engine Automates allocation and substitution of collateral to minimize cost. |
Collateral optimization tools are referenced for minimizing funding costs. | |
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Eligible collateral management Tracks available eligible collateral and eligibility criteria. |
Eligibility criteria management for collateral is described in collateral workflows. | |
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Dispute handling process Workflow for resolving margin and collateral disputes. |
Dispute resolution workflows included in the collateral module, as per product brochure. | |
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Haircut calculation engine Calculates and manages haircuts for various collateral types. |
Haircut calculations for collateral are supported. | |
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Collateral inventory management Real-time tracking of available, posted, and received collateral. |
Real-time collateral inventory tracking is marketed as a real-time dashboard capability. | |
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Margin statement generation Automated preparation and distribution of margin statements. |
Margin statement automation is referenced as a feature. | |
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Integration with custodians Product integrates with external custodian platforms for settlement automation. |
Integration with global custodians is commonly supported for automated settlement. | |
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Collateral re-use tracking Monitors and manages the re-use of collateral assets (rehypothecation). |
Collateral re-use and rehypothecation tracking is an advanced feature in the solution. |
Accounting and Compliance
(10 Yes /10 Known /10 Possible features)
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Automated accounting entries Creates and posts accounting journal entries for all transactions. |
Automated journal entry generation for all transactions is stated in product literature. | |
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Hedge accounting support Handles requirements for IFRS 9, ASC 815, and similar standards. |
Hedge accounting for IFRS9, ASC 815 and similar standards is a core advertised feature. | |
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Designated hedge relationship tracking Tracks underpinning documentation and status for hedge relationships. |
Tracking of hedge relationships and associated documentation is provided. | |
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Audit logs Comprehensive tracking of changes for SOX and similar audits. |
SOX-compliant audit logging is claimed in FIS Quantum compliance whitepapers. | |
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Regulatory workflow management Guided workflows for regulatory checklist completion. |
Regulatory workflow management guides are featured for regulatory process compliance. | |
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Automated compliance monitoring Flags potential non-compliance issues proactively. |
Automated compliance alerts and issue flagging included in control/audit modules. | |
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Integration with ERP/GL Seamless integration with leading accounting and ERP systems. |
Integration with ERP/GL systems is a promoted feature on the product webpage. | |
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Customizable chart of accounts Allows configuration to match organization-specific chart of accounts. |
Customizable chart of accounts is referenced in system integration materials. | |
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Error detection and reconciliation tools Automates detection of data inconsistencies and reconciliation tasks. |
Product literature indicates reconciliation and exception management within accounting modules. | |
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End-of-period closings Supports automated or guided closing for reporting cycles. |
Support for end-of-period automated guided close is available for reporting cycles. |
Integration and Interoperability
(9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)
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API availability Designed/open APIs for data import, export, and workflow integration. |
API access is called out in technical integration resources. | |
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Data import/export automation Support for scheduled and event-driven data transfers. |
Quantum supports automated data import/export via scheduling and events. | |
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ERP system connectors Pre-built adapters for major ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, etc.). |
ERP connectors for SAP and Oracle are described in integration documentation. | |
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Market data feed compatibility Support for integration with Bloomberg, Reuters, and other data providers. |
Bloomberg/Reuters and other market feed compatibility is referenced. | |
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Integration speed Typical time required to integrate with a new data source. |
No information available | |
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Cloud and on-premise support Runs on both cloud-based and on-premise infrastructure. |
Quantum can be deployed either cloud-based or on-premises, as stated in deployment documentation. | |
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Batch and real-time integration Supports both scheduled (batch) and immediate (real-time) data flows. |
Supports batch and real-time processing for data integration. | |
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SFTP/FTP support Integration with file-based systems via secure protocols. |
SFTP/FTP integration is available for file-based transfers. | |
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Webhooks/event-driven architecture Notifies external systems when key events occur. |
Webhooks and event-driven notifications are referenced in API documentation. | |
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Partner ecosystem Availability of supported third-party apps and partners. |
FIS Quantum participates in a larger ecosystem with integration partners and app support. |
Workflow Automation and User Experience
(9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)
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Configurable approval workflows Route transactions and requests through customizable approval chains. |
Configurable workflow approvals and routing described in documentation. | |
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User role and permission management Fine-grained access controls for different users and teams. |
User and permission management with fine granularity supported. | |
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Mobile access Enables use of key features from mobile devices. |
Mobile access is available for treasury dashboards per product sheets. | |
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Self-service reporting Users create custom reports and data queries without IT support. |
End-user self-service analytics and report generation is promoted as an end-user benefit. | |
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Bulk data editing Edit multiple records simultaneously in the UI. |
Bulk edit features are available in trade and risk modules. | |
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Custom alerts and notifications Set up automated alerts for key events or threshold breaches. |
Custom alerts and notifications are configurable for events and thresholds. | |
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User onboarding speed Time required to train and onboard a new average user. |
No information available | |
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Guided workflows Step-by-step wizard features to assist new or infrequent users. |
Guided and wizard workflow support for user activities is described. | |
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UI customization Users can personalize dashboard layouts, themes, and shortcuts. |
User dashboard and screen customization available. | |
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Accessibility features Support for assistive technologies and compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA). |
Accessibility standards stated in product documentation. |
Security and Data Protection
(9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)
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Data encryption in transit Encrypts data during transmission between systems (TLS/SSL). |
Data in transit is encrypted using industry standard protocols (TLS/SSL). | |
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Data encryption at rest Encrypts all stored data in databases and backups. |
At-rest data encryption (database, backup) is part of standard security controls. | |
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Multi-factor authentication Supports strong user access control via MFA. |
Multi-factor authentication is advertised in product materials. | |
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Single sign-on (SSO) Integrates with identity management systems for SSO. |
Single sign-on (SSO) with enterprise IdPs is supported. | |
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Regular security audits Undergoes regular penetration testing and compliance audits. |
Regular third-party penetration tests and security reviews are described. | |
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Granular user permissioning Enables detailed user-level or data-level access restrictions. |
Detailed user permissioning for roles and data is referenced. | |
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Anomaly detection System detects and flags unusual behavior patterns. |
Behavioral and anomaly detection features are available in the security module. | |
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Data retention policy support Configurable data retention schedules and secure disposal. |
Supports data retention schedules per compliance needs. | |
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Comprehensive activity logging Tracks all user and system actions for forensic analysis. |
Comprehensive activity logging is marketed for auditability and compliance. | |
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Disaster recovery RTO Recovery time objective for system disaster recovery. |
No information available |
Performance and Scalability
(5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)
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Concurrent user support Maximum number of users who can use the system simultaneously without degradation. |
No information available | |
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High availability uptime Percentage availability guaranteed, excluding scheduled maintenance. |
undefined High uptime/availability is referenced in SLA materials (typically >99%). |
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Portfolio size limit Maximum number of derivative trades per portfolio supported. |
No information available | |
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Batch processing throughput Volume of trades processed per minute/hour for batch operations. |
No information available | |
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Latency of critical operations Average time taken for key operations (e.g., trade booking, valuation). |
No information available | |
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Elastic scaling support Automatically adjusts resources based on workload. |
Elastic scaling (cloud-based infrastructure) is referenced for enterprise clients. | |
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Global multi-region deployment Supports clients/teams in multiple geographic regions with local data. |
Supports global multi-region deployment with local hosting options. | |
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Historical data archiving performance Time to archive/retrieve data for large portfolios. |
No information available | |
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System resource monitoring dashboard Real-time visualization of system load and resource consumption. |
Resource and monitoring dashboards are included in the admin module. | |
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Zero-downtime upgrades Support for system updates without service interruption. |
Supports zero-downtime (in-place upgrades) for cloud clients. |
Auditability and Transparency
(8 Yes /8 Known /9 Possible features)
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Immutable audit logs Unalterable logs of all actions for compliance and investigations. |
Immutable audit trail and logs referenced for compliance. | |
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Change tracking Version history and tracking for trade and configuration changes. |
Detailed version tracking and change management features for trade data. | |
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Calculation traceability Drill-down features to show data and logic behind each calculation. |
Calculation traceability to raw inputs is referenced as an audit/control feature. | |
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Printable audit reports Generate reports suitable for auditors and compliance teams. |
Printable audit-ready reports are available for export. | |
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SOX-compliance support Features specifically supporting Sarbanes-Oxley audit controls. |
Explicit SOX compliance support is part of the value proposition. | |
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Role-based audit access Restricts audit data only to authorized personnel. |
Role-based audit log access can be configured based on user role. | |
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Audit data retention period Length of time audit data is retained. |
No information available | |
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External auditor access portal Provides secure, read-only access portals for external auditors. |
Secure auditor access portals are referenced for external audit needs. | |
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Event notification logs Records all critical alerts and system events. |
Comprehensive system event logging is standard in Quantum for alerting and audit. |
Support and Vendor Services
(9 Yes /9 Known /9 Possible features)
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24/7 helpdesk support Round-the-clock support for system users via multiple channels. |
Round-the-clock helpdesk support available with premium service tiers. | |
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Dedicated account manager Named resource for ongoing client relationship and escalation. |
Dedicated account manager included for enterprise contracts. | |
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Implementation project management Vendor provides structured project management for implementation. |
Project management assistance for implementation is included. | |
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User training programs Formal onboarding and upskilling resources (live/web/self-paced). |
User and admin training programs are referenced in FIS Quantum service materials. | |
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Knowledge base access Self-service online documentation, FAQs, and troubleshooting guides. |
Comprehensive online documentation and troubleshooting resources available. | |
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Service level agreement (SLA) Commitment on response, uptime, and resolution times. |
Service Level Agreements (SLA) are provided and documented. | |
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Annual health checks Periodic best practice reviews and optimization sessions. |
Annual health checks and optimization reviews are available for clients. | |
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User community/forum Facilitates peer learning and experience sharing. |
Client user forum and peer community is referenced for support and interaction. | |
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Custom development/support Vendor offers bespoke customization and bespoke feature support. |
Custom feature development and bespoke support available for major clients. |
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