outsourcing

Aegon UK is in exclusive talks with third-party specialists Serco regarding outsourcing the administration of its protection business.

Novia has expanded its discretionary fund manager range with the addition of stockbroker EFG Harris Allday to the platform.

Friends Life has announced completion of the outsourcing on IT and Customer Service functions of its UK Heritage business.

Gary Potter, co-head of Thames River Capital, explains how outsourcing to a multi-manager can boost your business' profitability

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Graham Coxell, chief executive of Rowan Dartington, explains why offering clients direct positions in combination with multi-manager solutions adds another layer of diversification...

Fraser Donaldson, insight analyst for funds at Defaqto, says discretionary fund managers (DFMs) are actively targeting the IFA market and providing another choice for advisers.

Multi-manager outsourcing solutions have suffered a decline in popularity as advisers turn to discretionary managers who have seized the opportunity presented by regulatory change to grab market share.

Business consultant Steve Billingham weighs up the pros (mainly) and cons of outsourcing