Data room
20 October 2020
WATCH: Technology…and how it’s shaping the operating models of tomorrow
The pandemic has been a catalyst for digital transformation, but there are major challenges still to face
28 September 2020
The ID Register spins out of Apex
Initially backed by Ipes, the Guernsey-based business is a clearinghouse for KYC and investor onboarding
7 September 2020
Profile: John Eggleston, Pantheon
The chief technology officer discusses his approach to upgrading the firm’s IT infrastructure, the importance of cybersecurity awareness training and why you should always start with data during tech transformations
28 August 2020
LISTEN: MUFG’s Mike Dickey on ESG reporting
Alice Murray talks to Mike Dickey, head of product at MUFG Investor Services, about the data flow of ESG information between GP and LP
20 August 2020
Profile: Peter Finden Bamrud, Verdane
The head of analytics discusses joining PE straight out of uni, the biggest challenges the industry faces and the importance of harnessing data correctly
10 August 2020
Private Equity Service Provider Awards: Shortlist Announced
Announcing the finalists for the 2020 Private Equity Service Provider Awards
10 August 2020
Comment: PE & ESG… It’s time to look at your technology providers
George Ralph, managing director of RFA believes service providers are next in line for communicating their ESG credentials
31 July 2020
WATCH: Data strategies for a digital world
Alice Murray speaks to eVestment’s Katey Bogue about how private capital funds are harnessing data to improve operations and performance
30 July 2020
RFA launches managed data services
Cloud, cybersecurity and digital transformation specialist RFA has launched its managed data services platform
30 July 2020
LISTEN: RFA’s George Ralph on data pt3
Our third and final instalment of The Drawdown’s conversation with RFA’s George Ralph looks as LP expectations when it comes to data management and ways to boost transparency.
20 July 2020
LISTEN: RFA’s George Ralph on data management pt2
This second instalment discusses data warehousing, the infrastructure that sits around it, data governance, data ingestion, data analytics and how these components impact cybersecurity
9 July 2020
LISTEN: RFA’s George Ralph on data, pt1
This first instalment explores the nuances of developing data strategies, depending on the firm’s size, focus and willingness to to adopt new technologies
29 June 2020
PODCAST: Stick or twist? How to manage on-going tech upgrades
Alice Murray speaks to MUFG's Danny Trentacosta about why now is a great time for GPs to revisit tech infrastructure upgrade projects put on hold by Covid-19
18 June 2020
Talking tech: FSN’s Conradi on digital roles
Part one of our two-part series discusses Conradi's career move from the tech industry to PE; his newly-created CDO role; as well as what PE can learn from tech
11 June 2020
EQT secures largest ESG-linked sub line
EQT's Therése Lennehag: "With this ESG-linked financing facility, we actively contribute to increasing the availability of high-quality ESG data, critical for the financial markets to be able to build a resilient and regenerative economy"
4 June 2020
It’s never too data
Data is the here and now. So how do you actually use it? What steps can you take today?
14 May 2020
Join us: CTOs & digital networks
Part three of our mini series: this instalment highlights the lack of available forums for CTOs & digital professionals, and what they could look like if they did exist
14 May 2020
The Private Equity Editor’s Podcast 4
Through our combined expertise of PE investments to operations - and everything in between - this snappy podcast neatly distils the need-to-know market developments of the last week.
15 April 2020
Going back to your roots
Inefficient reporting methods continue to vex LPs. It’s time to go back to the source
14 February 2020
The Ocado of private equity
AtomInvest’s recent white-labelling of its software could be the much needed investor onboarding remedy the industry is seeking
15 January 2020
Lost in the clouds
The move to cloud computing comes with glorious benefits and efficiencies, but given the particular IT needs of private equity - mainly security - finding the right cloud set-up is proving tricky.
27 November 2019
The data journey waits for no one
Private equity’s data journey may only just be setting off, but like any expedition, packing the best equipment and selecting the right companions make reaching the final destination a lot more enjoyable
21 November 2019
Harmonate launches data ops platform for funds
The offering responds to investor demand for more transparency
20 November 2019
CEPRES develops platform offering
Users can process and securely exchange all investment data and content within one digital suite
30 October 2019
Backstop launches IntellX
The software automates data collection for institutional and alternative investors
25 June 2019
Moving mountains
A quick look at consultancy Holland Mountain’s recent developments, and the drivers behind them
19 July 2018
AnaCap’s Edwards on proprietary technology
Second instalment of our discussion with AnaCap COO Michael Edwards explores development of intelligence platform