Sparring between platforms and discretionary fund managers is unnecessary, as they are alternate not competing solutions, writes Andrew Denham-Davis from Brooks Macdonald AM.
1st Exchange has acquired software distributor N4 Solutions (N4) as the provider says the RDR is driving the need for more efficient technology.
The Aberdeen UK Platform Awards dinner is the only event dedicated to excellence and achievement in the investment platform sector. All platform providers will be there, all hoping to win a prestigious award.
When it comes to assessing the suitability of a platform, otherwise known as conducting due diligence, each adviser, provider, colleague and ‘expert' will have an opinion on the platform that is best for your client and for your business. However, ultimately...
By looking at overseas experiences, we can see what may lie ahead post-RDR, writes Ed Dymott, head of UK fund partners, Fidelity International.
Developers of a new platform comparison service claim it will render the debate on rebates "academic" and increase market competition.
Novia has been voted best platform by IFAs using the Platforum as the smaller players win the ratings battle.
Nucleus has hit break-even point after recording its first profitable month in April.
The FSA's current proposals on banning rebates could be detrimental to clients, writes Gary Shaughnessy, UK managing director at Fidelity International