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Shareworks for Venture Capital from Shareworks by Morgan Stanley
Portfolio monitoring, cap table management, scenario modeling, exit planning, investor reporting, data rooms, and portfolio company support. Includes valuation services and financial reporting for venture capital firms.
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Cap Table Management Software for Portfolio Management
Solutions for tracking equity ownership, option pools, liquidation preferences, and dilution scenarios across funding rounds.
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Equity and Securities Tracking
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Support for Multiple Security Types Ability to model and manage various security instruments (e.g., common stock, preferred stock, options, warrants). |
Marketing describes broad cap table management including various security classes (common, preferred, options, warrants). | |
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Convertible Instruments Handling Support for convertible notes, SAFEs, and conversion mechanics. |
Convertible instrument handling (including SAFEs and notes) is a standard feature in cap table management for VC. | |
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Option Pool Tracking Track outstanding, available, and allocated options in employee or founder option pools. |
Option pool and grant tracking is explicitly supported in the option/RSU management and reporting modules. | |
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Warrant Tracking Ability to grant, track, and exercise warrants. |
Warrant tracking is supported per official documentation for VC and startups. | |
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Share Ledger Maintain a digital record of all share issuances, transfers, cancellations, and exercises. |
Maintains a full digital share ledger including issuances, transfers, and exercises. | |
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Certificate Management Generate, issue, and store digital/electronic share certificates. |
Can generate and store electronic share certificates in its digital securities administration. | |
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Vesting Schedules Configure and track custom vesting schedules for options and RSUs. |
Custom and standard vesting schedules (including cliffs, acceleration) configurable in equity plans. | |
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Automatic Vesting Calculations Platform automatically calculates vested and unvested shares for stakeholders. |
Automatic calculation and tracking of vested/unvested shares provided as part of reporting tools. | |
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Rule-based Triggers Automate vesting, acceleration, and lapse conditions based on company events. |
Rule-based automation available for events like vesting acceleration and lapses (per support docs). | |
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Partial Exercise and Early Exercise Support Support for partial option exercises and early exercises where permitted. |
Supports partial and early option exercises per grant documentation and user forums. | |
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Restrictions on Securities Identify and enforce transfer restrictions on securities according to company rules or regulations. |
Transfer restrictions and legends can be tracked and enforced (client FAQ/confirms). |
Ownership & Dilution Modeling
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Real-time Ownership Calculation View current equity breakdowns for all stakeholders. |
Real-time view of equity breakdowns and stakeholder ownership is core to platform. | |
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Pro-forma Cap Table Modeling Create modeled cap tables reflecting hypothetical fundraises, conversions, and exits. |
Pro-forma modeling for hypothetical rounds and conversions is explicitly supported for VC. | |
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Custom Scenario Analysis Build and save unlimited dilution or exit scenarios for comparative analysis. |
Custom exit/dilution scenario creation is a scenario modeling feature described in marketing. | |
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Automatic Conversion of Notes and SAFEs Automate and visualize how convertible notes and SAFEs convert into equity upon a qualified financing. |
Offers automatic conversion calculations for notes and SAFEs during financing. | |
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Drag-along/Tag-along Rights Modeling Visualize how contractual protections affect ownership in various exit or funding scenarios. |
Handles drag-along/tag-along modeling as part of scenario planning. | |
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Cumulative Dilution Impact Calculation Quantify, and visually represent, dilution over time and across rounds. |
Tracks and shows dilution impacts across multiple rounds and over time. | |
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Custom Waterfall Modeling Flexible tools to model proceeds distribution across varying terms. |
Provides waterfall modeling for various proceeds distribution scenarios. | |
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Ownership Change History Access version history and audit trail of changes to equity ownership. |
Change/audit history for ownership is logged and accessible within the platform. | |
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Stakeholder Role-based Scenarios Easily show outcomes for specific current or future stakeholders. |
Role-based scenario analytics available for stakeholder communication and reporting. | |
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Automatic Error Detection in Model Assumptions Warn users if scenario assumptions (e.g., pre vs post-money, option pool location) are invalid. |
The software checks for inconsistent model inputs and warns users; mentioned in onboarding. |
Funding Round Management
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Round Modeling (Pre-money/Post-money) Accurately model both pre-money and post-money convertible/price rounds. |
Round modeling (pre-money/post-money) is a central function for VC portfolio. | |
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Round-specific Terms Handling Model round mechanics including lead/side investor splits, share classes, and closing schedules. |
Round-specific term handling (tranches, schedules) part of round modeling features. | |
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Round Document Storage Link to, or store, funding round documentation (term sheets, share purchase agreements). |
Round documentation storage (data room) is a promoted feature (see website). | |
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Automatic Cap Table Update Platform updates all relevant ownership, price per share, and dilution metrics upon closing a round. |
Automatic cap table updates with each round closing per documentation. | |
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Investment Tranche Tracking Track multiple investment tranches and their impacts on ownership and proceeds. |
Investment tranche tracking included under round management and scenario analysis. | |
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Safe/Note Conversion Rules Customization Handle different conversion triggers, discounts, valuation caps, and MFN provisions. |
Handles custom conversion rules for notes/SAFEs, supporting discounts, caps, etc. | |
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Investor Communication Tools Built-in bulk or individual notification to investors during round closing. |
Bulk and individualized investor communication built in. | |
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Automatic Legal Calculations Calculate minimum investment, share allocations, and legal constraints per round. |
Per round, minimums, legal allocation computations available, auto-populated by system. | |
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Pre/Post Money Valuation Entry Input and visualize impact of changing company valuations. |
System allows valuation entry and visualization by round. |
Liquidation Preferences & Waterfall Analysis
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Custom Waterfall Analysis Model and visualize proceeds distribution for various exit scenarios. |
Custom waterfall analysis for distributions is part of exit scenario toolkit. | |
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Multiple Liquidation Preference Types Support for 1x, 2x, capped, non-capped, participating and non-participating preferences. |
Multiple liquidation preference support prominently described (1x, 2x, participating, etc.). | |
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Stacked Preference Modeling Handle multiple stock classes in different seniority positions in the stack. |
Stacked preference modeling with multiple series/classes is available. | |
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Automatic Participation Rights Calculation Correctly split proceeds between preferred and common according to terms. |
Participation rights calculated according to round terms. | |
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Conversion Threshold Scenarios Visualize effect of converting to common stock in different exit scenarios. |
Conversion scenario modeling for exit events is available. | |
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Change-of-control Provisions Model terms that govern sale, IPO, or company dissolution events. |
Change-of-control, IPO, and dissolution scenario support included. | |
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Exit Carve-outs Modeling Support for management or founder performance-based carve-outs on exit. |
Exit carve-out modeling for founders/management is present in waterfall features. | |
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Multiple Rounds/Classes Waterfall Simultaneously model multiple preferred series and complex seniority scenarios. |
Handles modeling of multiple rounds/preferred classes concurrently. | |
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Distribution Reports Generate summary reports for each stakeholder showing expected payouts. |
Distribution reports for each stakeholder are part of investor reporting. |
Compliance and Document Management
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Rule 701 & 409A Compliance Tools Automated tracking to ensure compliance with U.S. securities laws on equity issuance and valuation. |
701/409A compliance tracking tools and reminders built-in per compliance module. | |
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FMV/409A Valuation Integration Support for collecting and recording current and historical IRS-compliant equity valuations. |
FMV and 409A valuations supported directly in the valuation service module. | |
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Document Generation & E-signature Generate common equity documents (option agreements, stock certificates) and collect e-signatures. |
Document generation and e-sign available for equity agreements. | |
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Bulk Document Distribution Distribute equity-related documents to all relevant stakeholders securely. |
Bulk document distribution possible via platform to stakeholders. | |
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Audit and Change Logs Maintain a secure, immutable audit trail of changes to the cap table. |
Maintains an immutable audit log for all cap table changes. | |
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Regulatory Filings Preparation Tools to help generate or pre-fill regulatory or tax forms for the relevant jurisdictions. |
Helps firms prepare and manage regulatory and tax filings for VC/portfolio companies. | |
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Data Export/Import Ability to easily export or import cap table data in multiple formats (Excel, CSV, PDF). |
Data export/import for cap table and portfolio data is provided (CSV, Excel, PDF). | |
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Secure Document Storage Encrypted, permission-controlled storage for equity and legal documents. |
Data room/secure document storage with encryption and permission controls is core. | |
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Version Control for Documents Maintain and navigate through multiple versions and amendments of vital documents. |
Handles document versioning and amendment tracking in data room. |
Stakeholder Access and Communication
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Role-based Access Control Assign permissions to view, edit, or administer according to stakeholder role. |
Role-based access/permissions provided for cap table and document access. | |
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Self-service Stakeholder Portals Allow investors and employees to log in, review their holdings, and execute equity actions. |
Self-service investor and employee portals standard in offering. | |
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Automated Notifications Notify stakeholders of important events (grants, exercises, company actions). |
Automated notifications (email, dashboard) for all key events. | |
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Bulk Communication Tools Send round or company updates to multiple users at once. |
Bulk communication for round updates and investor messaging are built in. | |
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Stakeholder Statement Generation Generate downloadable statements or confirmations for individual or all stakeholders. |
Stakeholder statements, confirmations, and reports can be generated and downloaded. | |
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View & Download Permissions Granular controls for who can view or export confidential information. |
Granular permission settings for view and download managed by admin controls. | |
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Customizable Email Templates Customize automatic communication templates for company branding and compliance. |
Email templates for investor communications are customizable per company. | |
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Access Logs Monitor and record when and how users access sensitive information. |
Access logs showing when users access information are available to admins. | |
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User Activity Limits Ability to set limits on bulk downloads or data scraping per user. |
No information available |
Reporting and Analytics
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Custom Cap Table Reports Generate up-to-date and scenario-based cap table reports for internal and external stakeholders. |
Custom cap table reports and scenario-based exports described on product page. | |
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Dilution History Charts Visual charts showing how dilution has impacted key stakeholders over time. |
Dilution history and visual reporting is highlighted under analytics features. | |
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Exit and Waterfall Charting Generate graphical outputs of payout scenarios under exits/IPOs. |
Exit and waterfall charting supported in scenario modeling/reporting. | |
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Vesting Progress Reporting Provide snapshots and detailed histories of option/RSU vesting by stakeholder. |
Vesting progress and reporting available by user, grant, and round. | |
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Round Comparison Analytics Compare how key variables (ownership, dilution) change between funding rounds. |
Round comparison analytics for historical/what-if common in dashboard. | |
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Export to Excel/CSV/PDF Reports and tables can be exported in multiple formats. |
Reports can be exported in Excel/CSV/PDF formats. | |
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API Reporting Capabilities Integrate and retrieve data for internal BI and portfolio dashboards. |
API reporting and data retrieval options listed in integration documentation. | |
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Audit Trail Reports Export a record of every change to the cap table for compliance. |
Audit trail reporting export available for compliance and auditing. | |
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Customizable Dashboard Widgets Select, arrange, and configure analytics widgets for tailored dashboards. |
Dashboards and widgets are customizable per user/company needs. |
Integration & Platform Compatibility
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API Access Provide programmatic access to all or most system features and data. |
API access available for data, reporting, and integrations. | |
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Integration with Financial Platforms Connect with portfolio management, accounting, and banking software. |
Integrates with accounting, portfolio, VC, and banking software. | |
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HRIS/Payroll Integration Sync employee and grant data with HRIS & payroll systems. |
HRIS/payroll system integration available for employee grant management. | |
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Single Sign-On (SSO) Support Support authentication via SAML, OAuth, or similar for enterprise security. |
Single sign-on (SSO) is supported for enterprise clients. | |
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Cap Table Import Tools Easily import legacy cap tables from Excel or other systems. |
Cap table import for onboarding/legacy data is a standard onboarding capability. | |
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Legal Document API Integration Connect with e-signature or contract management platforms. |
Legal document e-signature integration documented as available. | |
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Portfolio Management Tool Compatibility Sync data with VC or PE firm portfolio management and CRM systems. |
Portfolio management tool integration supported for VC and PE clients. | |
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Webhook/Event Triggers Push notifications of critical events to external systems. |
Webhook/event triggers for system and compliance events available through API. | |
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Data Import Speed Time to import a typical legacy cap table file. |
No information available |
Security & Privacy
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Data Encryption in Transit and at Rest End-to-end encryption for all sensitive data. |
Data encryption in transit and at rest is stated in security documentation. | |
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Multi-factor Authentication Require two or more methods of identity verification for access. |
Multi-factor authentication is supported for secure access. | |
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Granular Permission Settings Specify data access permissions at user and group levels. |
Granular permissions can be set by administrators at group/user levels (see admin docs). | |
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Audit Trails for Sensitive Actions Track and report all sensitive or administrative actions. |
Full audit trails for sensitive and admin actions available in the security log. | |
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Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Scans Regular third-party testing for security vulnerabilities. |
Penetration testing and third-party audits are part of SOC2 compliance (see certifications). | |
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EU/US Data Residency Options Allow data storage in jurisdiction meeting compliance needs. |
Data residency options for EU/US offered for compliance needs. | |
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GDPR/CCPA Compliance Meet requirements for major data privacy regulations. |
Product is compliant with GDPR/CCPA, per privacy policy. | |
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User Session Timeout Control Automatic logoff after inactivity. |
User session timeout controls are configurable by the admin for added security. | |
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Incident Response Time Maximum time to respond to a detected breach. |
No information available | |
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SOC 2/ISO 27001 Certification Third-party certification for information security controls. |
SOC2 and ISO 27001 certification documented on product website. |
User Experience & Support
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Intuitive User Interface Modern interface with logical navigation suitable for non-technical users. |
Modern, intuitive interface demonstrated in product screenshots and demos. | |
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Onboarding/Training Resources Comprehensive tutorials, guides, or live training available. |
Onboarding support provided via tutorials, webinars, and guides. | |
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In-app Guidance/Tool Tips Context-sensitive help available throughout the platform. |
In-app guidance and tooltips present, as seen in walkthroughs. | |
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Real-time Chat Support Direct access to support via in-app chat. |
In-app real-time chat support available per help/support descriptions. | |
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Knowledge Base/Help Center Searchable, updated documentation for troubleshooting and feature usage. |
Comprehensive searchable knowledge base/help center is provided. | |
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Service Level Agreement (SLA) Guaranteed response and issue-resolution times. |
Service Level Agreements (SLAs) offered as part of enterprise-grade service. | |
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Mobile Accessibility Optimized for mobile devices or dedicated iOS/Android app. |
Mobile app and mobile-optimized web access supported. | |
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Customizable Branding Company branding/logo on user portals and communications. |
Customizable branding on portals and communication available for fund/company branding. | |
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User Feedback Channels Collect feature requests and feedback from users in-app. |
User feedback and feature request channels are in-app and supported by support. | |
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Average Support Response Time Typical time for initial support reply to user queries. |
No information available |
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