Beyond Alpha: The Real Challenge for Investment Managers
Generating alpha is only part of the investment management equation. The other part—often overlooked—is running an operational engine that protects performance. Fee compression, data complexity and rising client expectations mean every basis point matters. Losing them to inefficiencies isn’t just painful—it’s unsustainable.
As Boris Bykhovsky, managing director of investment management solutions, noted in his recent Financial Technologies Forum (FTF) interview, fragmented systems and outdated technology are eroding scalability. His insight reflects what we hear from clients: Operational friction isn’t a back-office inconvenience—it’s a strategic risk.
The Hidden Cost of Fragmentation
When firms respond to pressure by layering quick-fix solutions, they create a patchwork of systems—trading, portfolio modeling, compliance, accounting—each operating in isolation.
These silos slow decision-making, introduce friction and increase risk. In a market where speed and precision define winners, that inefficiency is a direct hit to performance and client confidence.
At SS&C Advent, we recognized that fragmentation was one of the biggest barriers to scale. That’s why we built Genesis—a platform designed to unify firm-wide operations, eliminate data silos and deliver a truly connected investment experience.
Genesis: More Than a Platform—A Strategy for Agility
Genesis isn’t just a collection of tools. It’s a unified ecosystem that connects every stage of the investment lifecycle, enabling firms to operate with speed and confidence. Here’s what sets it apart:
- Unified Data
Centralizes investment data from multiple sources into one system for a single source of truth.
- Front-to-Back Investment Experience
Supports portfolio management, trading, compliance, accounting and reporting in one environment.
- Flexible Architecture
Built with flexible components that can be deployed individually or together, supporting phased adoption.
- Advanced Analytics & AI
Delivers real-time insights, business intelligence and AI-powered data analysis for smarter decisions.
- Responsive Support & Managed Services
Provides expert technical support and managed services for implementation, maintenance, optimization and operations.
This approach transforms operations from fragmented and reactive to connected and proactive—helping firms stay competitive in an environment where speed and precision matter.
Why Operational Agility Is Non-Negotiable
Today’s market demands—from fee compression to client personalization—require an agile, responsive platform. Genesis delivers that agility. Whether it’s optimizing portfolio allocations dynamically, integrating new asset classes seamlessly or unlocking data-driven insights, Genesis gives firms the confidence to pursue new strategies and business lines without adding risk or headcount.
Bottom Line: Move Past Friction and Embrace a Connected Investment Management Future
Operational efficiency isn’t just about cost savings—it’s about enabling growth. Genesis empowers investment managers to thrive in a dynamic market by turning complexity into clarity and friction into opportunity.
Ready to see what connected firm-wide operations look like? Talk to an expert about Genesis or schedule a strategy session today.
Read Boris’ full interview with FTF to explore how Genesis transforms investment operations by connecting data across the front, middle and back office and delivering the agility firms need to succeed.
