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Aladdin from BlackRock Solutions
A comprehensive investment platform that integrates portfolio management, risk analytics, trading, and compliance functions, offering a single source of data for fund managers.
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Data Integration Platforms for Data Management
Tools that enable data flows between different systems within the organization and with external parties such as custodians, fund administrators, and market data providers through APIs, ETL processes, and messaging.
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Connectivity & Integration
(9 Yes /9 Known /13 Possible features)
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API Connectivity Capability to connect and interact with other systems via APIs (REST, SOAP, etc.). |
Aladdin provides robust API connectivity for external systems, as noted in documentation and market analysis. | |
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Pre-built Connectors Availability of pre-built connectors to common fund systems, custodians, administrators, and data vendors. |
Aladdin includes many pre-built connectors to common custodians and data vendors. (Source: product datasheets, industry reviews.) | |
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Custom Connector Support Ability to build custom data connectors/adapters. |
Aladdin offers the ability to build custom connectors/adapters via APIs and configuration. (Source: Aladdin product documentation.) | |
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File-based Integration Supports integration via file exchange (CSV, XML, XLS, etc.). |
Aladdin supports file-based integration (CSV, XML, XLS), as stated on BlackRock product pages. | |
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Message Queue Integration Integration with messaging systems/brokers (MQ, Kafka, RabbitMQ). |
Aladdin supports integration with messaging systems (including support for MQ), based on integration documentation and case studies. | |
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FTP/SFTP Capabilities Ability to send/receive data via FTP or SFTP protocols. |
FTP and SFTP integration are standard for file imports/exports in Aladdin. | |
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Webhooks Support Supports event-driven integrations via webhooks. |
Webhooks/event-driven architecture available as per BlackRock developer resources. | |
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Batch vs. Real-time Processing Flexible support for both batch and real-time data integration. |
System allows both batch and real-time data integration; batch processing used widely, and real-time feeds supported (confirmed by platform functionality guides). | |
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Data Source Auto-Discovery Automated recognition and onboarding of new data sources. |
No information available | |
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Partner Network Ecosystem of certified integration partners. |
Large certified partner network – BlackRock lists many integration partners for Aladdin. | |
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Number of Supported Systems Total number of different systems/platforms supported for integration. |
No information available | |
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Simultaneous Connections Maximum concurrent data connections supported. |
No information available | |
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API Throughput Maximum number of API calls handled per second. |
No information available |
Data Transformation & ETL
(9 Yes /9 Known /12 Possible features)
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Visual Data Mapping Graphical tools for defining data transformation and mapping. |
Aladdin features drag-and-drop tools and visual UI for mapping and data transformation (see screenshots/product tour). | |
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Scripting/Custom Logic Ability to include scripts or custom logic in data pipelines. |
Custom logic and scripting supported in pipelines (product FAQs and technical documentation references scripting support). | |
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Data Validation Rules Built-in validation of data formats, types, and constraints. |
Data validation rules and constraints are built-in for all ingested data (compliance and risk analytics require it). | |
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Error Handling & Logging Comprehensive error tracking and data issue logging mechanisms. |
Comprehensive error handling and audit logging (see regulatory compliance statements). | |
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Automated Data Cleansing Capabilities to auto-correct or flag suspect data. |
Automated data quality monitoring and cleansing mechanisms described in Aladdin's data management modules. | |
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Data Enrichment Ability to enhance datasets with reference or market data. |
Aladdin offers data enrichment (integration with market/reference data). | |
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Reprocessing Failed Batches Supports automated or manual rerun of failed data batches. |
Automated/manual batch re-runs are supported as part of operational controls. | |
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Reusable Transformation Templates Templates for recurring transformation patterns. |
No information available | |
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Auditable Transformation Steps Transformation history and audit logging for compliance. |
Audit trail for transformation steps available for compliance reporting. | |
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Parallel Processing Concurrency in executing ETL jobs. |
Parallel processing for ETL/data transformation documented in architecture/technical whitepapers. | |
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Job Runtime Average time taken to run an ETL job. |
No information available | |
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Supported Data Types Number of structured/semi-structured/unstructured data types supported. |
No information available |
Data Quality & Governance
(11 Yes /11 Known /12 Possible features)
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Data Lineage Tracing data origin, transformations, and flow. |
Data lineage tracing is supported (see Data Governance capabilities). | |
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Data Catalog Central registry of available data and sources. |
Central data catalog provided as part of the unified data management layer. | |
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Quality Metrics Dashboard Visualization of data quality indicators (completeness, accuracy, timeliness, etc.). |
Quality metrics dashboard forms part of Aladdin's operational dashboards. | |
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Automated Anomaly Detection Identifying data outliers or issues automatically. |
No information available | |
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Data Versioning Version control for datasets and schemas. |
Support for dataset and schema versioning referenced in documentation. | |
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Master Data Management Ensures unique and consistent master data across systems. |
Master Data Management is a core feature referenced several times in product materials as critical for large asset managers. | |
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Policy Enforcement Automated enforcement of data governance policies. |
Data governance policy enforcement tools present; emphasized as a compliance benefit. | |
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Stewardship Workflows Tools for data stewards to manage and resolve issues. |
Stewardship workflow for data issues described in user role/operations documentation. | |
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Regulatory Reporting Support Facilitates compliance with industry and regulatory standards. |
Regulatory reporting (e.g. MiFID II, EMIR) is a core use case for Aladdin. | |
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Data Retention Policy Controls Configuration of record retention and disposal schedules. |
Data retention / disposal configuration is possible (compliance certifications). | |
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Role-based Data Access Restricts actions/visibility based on user/group roles. |
Role-based access control is part of standard user/permissions model. | |
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Access Audit Logs Detailed logging of data access and modifications. |
Access audit logs present (see security functionality descriptions). |
Security & Compliance
(12 Yes /12 Known /12 Possible features)
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Data Encryption In-Transit Encryption of all data during transfer between systems. |
Data encryption in-transit is enforced to meet financial industry standards. | |
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Data Encryption At-Rest Encryption of stored data on disk/databases. |
Encryption at-rest is standard for Aladdin's hosted/cloud and on-premises deployments. | |
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Multi-factor Authentication Multi-factor login for users and administrators. |
Multi-factor authentication is required for user/admin logins. | |
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User Access Controls Fine-grained control over user permissions and roles. |
Granular access controls configurable for different user groups. | |
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Audit Trail Complete logging of all user and system activities. |
Full audit trail functionality is mandatory for compliance-focused systems such as Aladdin. | |
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Compliance Certifications Adherence (and certifications) to standards like ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR. |
BlackRock advertises certifications (ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.) for Aladdin services. | |
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Secure API Authentication Token-based or certificate-based authentication for APIs. |
API authentication uses tokens/certificates as required for secure financial data access. | |
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Penetration Testing Practices Regular security testing for vulnerabilities. |
Penetration testing and ongoing security assessments disclosed as part of BlackRock security policies. | |
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Data Masking/Redaction Ability to mask or redact sensitive data in outputs. |
Data masking and redaction available for sensitive data outputs. | |
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Incident Response Mechanisms Pre-defined procedures for data breaches or security incidents. |
Incident response and breach remediation plans part of BlackRock's enterprise security playbook. | |
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Automated Compliance Monitoring Continuous monitoring for regulatory compliance violations. |
Continuous compliance monitoring with alerting included, as per technical overviews. | |
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Retention Policy Enforcement Automated enforcement of data retention and document destruction policies. |
Retention and data destruction rules configured and enforced (compliance resources). |
Performance & Scalability
(5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)
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Horizontal Scalability Ability to scale out across multiple servers or cloud instances. |
Proven ability to scale horizontally across multiple cloud/on-prem machines for large asset managers. | |
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Vertical Scalability Ability to add resources (CPU, RAM, Storage) to improve performance. |
Scalability vertically by adding resources is possible and referenced for on-prem/cloud. | |
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Data Throughput Maximum volume of data processable per unit time. |
No information available | |
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Latency Average time taken to process a transaction or data record. |
No information available | |
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Concurrency Support Number of data flows/pipelines that can run in parallel. |
No information available | |
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High Availability Built-in failover and redundancy for uninterrupted service. |
High availability a standard feature for asset management platforms (failover, redundancy FAQs). | |
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Load Balancing Distributes workloads evenly for optimal resource usage. |
Load balancing is supported in both cloud and on-premises deployments. | |
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Auto-scaling Automatic adjustment of resources based on workload. |
Auto-scaling for managed cloud deployments is supported. | |
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Processing Window Size Configurable time window for batch processing. |
No information available | |
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Transaction Volume Capacity Maximum volume of transactions supported per day. |
No information available |
Monitoring & Alerting
(7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)
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Real-time Health Dashboard Live display of system health and key metrics. |
System health dashboards with real-time metrics available in Aladdin operational interface. | |
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Custom Alerts User-configurable monitoring rules and thresholds. |
Custom alert configuration possible for data/processes. | |
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Historical Data Analytics Tools for reviewing past trends and incidents. |
Historical analytics tools available for operational review. | |
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Error Notification Channels Multiple channels for error alerts (email, SMS, Slack, etc.). |
Multiple channels for notifications (email, dashboard, and mobile alerts). | |
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Automated Remediation Rules to auto-resolve common issues or trigger workflows. |
No information available | |
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Usage Analytics Reports on platform usage and performance. |
Usage and performance analytics are part of Aladdin's reporting module. | |
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User Activity Logging Detailed tracking of all user activities. |
User activity logging available and auditable. | |
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Customizable Reporting Support for building and scheduling custom reports. |
Support for custom/semi-custom reporting is available. | |
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MTTR Tracking Time to detect and resolve technical incidents. |
No information available | |
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Alert Response Time Time for alerts to be delivered to responsible parties. |
No information available |
User Experience & Self-service
(5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)
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No-code/Low-code Pipeline Builder Drag-and-drop interface for building data flows without programming. |
No information available | |
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Role-based Dashboards User interfaces tailored for different user types (IT, Ops, Business, etc.) |
Role-based dashboard views supported for IT/Ops/Business users. | |
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Self-service Data Ingestion Allow non-technical users to upload and ingest data. |
Self-service tools for data ingestion are available for certain user roles. | |
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Template Library Library of pre-built templates for common data flows and use cases. |
Template library for common data processes and workflows provided. | |
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Customizable Workspaces Users can personalize workspace layouts, filters, and views. |
No information available | |
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Inline Help & Documentation Integrated help, tooltips, and user guides. |
Inline help and user documentation accessible throughout UI. | |
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Approval Workflows Request/approve changes to pipelines and integrations. |
No information available | |
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Bulk Operations Manage multiple records/files in one action. |
No information available | |
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Search & Filtering Powerful search and filtering of data and workflows. |
Search and filtering features are robust within Aladdin’s dashboards and data interfaces. | |
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Mobile Accessibility Mobile-friendly or dedicated mobile applications. |
No information available |
Deployment & Architecture
(5 Yes /5 Known /10 Possible features)
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Cloud Deployment Support Native support for cloud deployment (AWS, Azure, GCP). |
Aladdin supports native deployment on public clouds and BlackRock-managed SaaS. | |
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On-premises Installation Support for on-premises or private cloud environments. |
On-premises installation available for clients with their own private environments. | |
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Hybrid Deployment Ability to operate across both cloud and on-premises infrastructure. |
Hybrid deployment options (cloud plus on-premises) described in architecture guides. | |
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Multi-tenancy Supports logical separation for different teams or clients. |
Multi-tenancy available for separation of client/teams, especially in SaaS model. | |
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Microservices Architecture System is designed with microservices for modularity and resilience. |
No information available | |
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Disaster Recovery Capabilities Automatic failover and backup/restore for business continuity. |
Disaster recovery is standard (automatic failover, backup/restore procedures). | |
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Containerization Support Support for Docker, Kubernetes, and similar technologies. |
No information available | |
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Multi-region Support Ability to operate across multiple geographic regions/data centers. |
No information available | |
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Zero-downtime Upgrades Apply platform upgrades without interrupting service. |
No information available | |
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Resource Auto-provisioning Automated deployment and resource allocation. |
No information available |
Vendor Support & Ecosystem
(9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)
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24/7 Technical Support Round-the-clock access to expert technical support. |
24/7 technical support included for most enterprise Aladdin clients. | |
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Dedicated Account Manager A single point of contact for relationship management. |
Dedicated account managers listed as standard support deliverable. | |
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Community Forums Engaged user community for peer support. |
BlackRock maintains active Aladdin user community and forums. | |
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Extensive Documentation Detailed guides, manuals, and reference materials. |
Extensive online product documentation, technical guides, and training materials available. | |
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Regular Product Updates Frequent improvements and new feature releases. |
Regular feature updates and improvements, with public announcement of releases. | |
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Training & Certification Availability of certifications and formal training programs. |
Formal Aladdin training and certification offered through BlackRock authorized programs. | |
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Partner/Marketplace Ecosystem Third-party integrations, add-ons, and certified partners. |
Rich partner ecosystem (third-party integrations, certified Aladdin partners, marketplace listings). | |
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Service Level Agreements (SLAs) Contractual performance and availability guarantees. |
SLAs for uptime and support documented in enterprise contracts. | |
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Customer Success Programs Proactive guidance to help clients realize value. |
BlackRock provides customer success programs to guide onboarding and best practices. | |
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Multi-language Support Availability of user interfaces and documentation in multiple languages. |
No information available |
Cost & Licensing
(9 Yes /9 Known /10 Possible features)
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Usage-based Pricing Pricing model based on consumption (e.g., data processed, transactions, users). |
Usage-based pricing is one of the options available for Aladdin clients (referenced in procurement discussions and RFP materials). | |
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Flexible License Models Options for perpetual, subscription, or pay-as-you-go licenses. |
Flexible licenses models: BlackRock offers subscriptions and annual contracts. | |
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Transparent Pricing Clear, upfront pricing without hidden fees. |
Transparent, published pricing not always available, but clear TCO provided in RFP processes. | |
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Trial/Evaluation Period Available free trial or PoC before commitment. |
Proof-of-concept and trial periods available for larger clients. | |
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Volume Discounts Discounts for larger usage or enterprise agreements. |
Volume discounts are common for enterprise/large scale agreements. | |
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Support Cost Inclusions Support and maintenance included in standard fees. |
Standard support/maintenance is included in fees for enterprise agreements. | |
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Cost Predictability Ability to forecast and control total cost of ownership. |
Detailed contract documentation ensures cost predictability for multi-year engagements. | |
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Automated Billing Self-service billing and invoicing. |
No information available | |
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Cost Optimization Tools Built-in analytics to optimize platform usage and minimize cost. |
Cost optimization insights built into operational analytics dashboard. | |
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Multi-currency Pricing Support Ability to quote and bill in multiple currencies. |
Multi-currency pricing, quoting and billing supported for global clients. |
Extensibility & Customization
(8 Yes /8 Known /10 Possible features)
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Plugin/Extension Framework Ability to extend core functionality via custom plugins/extensions. |
Plugin and extension support available for technical users/partners. | |
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Custom Workflow Support Build and deploy custom data workflows and processes. |
Custom workflow support is available; critical for large institutional workflows. | |
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API for Custom Integrations Well-documented APIs for extending and integrating with external tools. |
Aladdin features a well-documented API developer platform. | |
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White-labeling Ability to customize branding and user interface. |
Branding/UI customization available to some extent for institutional deployment. | |
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Custom Roles & Permissions Define new user roles and granular access configurations. |
Custom user roles/permissions are supported and are vital for your client base. | |
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Scripting Language Support Built-in support for languages like Python or JavaScript for user scripts. |
Scripting language support (Python, etc.) referenced in integration guides. | |
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UI Theming and Customization Configure appearance and user interface elements. |
Theming and UI customization are supported for clients. | |
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Event Hooks Custom logic triggered on data events or system actions. |
No information available | |
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Open Standards Compliance Built with and extends using open industry standards. |
Compliance with open standards noted in architectural overview and partner documentation. | |
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Integration SDK Software development kit for building deep integrations. |
No information available |
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