INSIGHTS FROM DIMENSIONAL COMMUNITY

Our Insights share practical guidance, expert analysis, and real-world perspectives on SimCorp and investment operations. From hands-on tips to deeper reviews of new functionality, we focus on what matters most to teams running and evolving SimCorp One in complex environments.

SimCorp Operations & Change

Practical perspectives on managing change and complexity in SimCorp environments. These insights focus on upgrades, operating model shifts, integrations, risk management, and operational resilience, drawing on real-world experience of what works, what breaks, and what organisations often underestimate.

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Adapting SimCorp One for Private Markets: A Practical Assessment

The shift to private markets is accelerating. Existing SimCorp environments, built for liquid assets, face strain when handling complex workflows like capital calls and waterfall calculations, leading to excessive time in Excel. SimCorp's acquisition of Domos acknowledges that private markets require a purpose-built "Ecosystem" approach, integrating specialized tools with the core platform for a unified data backbone. This comprehensive tooling signals that the time to upgrad

Mark Henoch

Dec 15

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Navigating Change: Investment Management in 2026 and Beyond

Investment managers entering 2026 face a critical inflection point. Operational excellence has evolved from back-office function to competitive advantage. Hybrid work has disrupted knowledge transfer, while AI adoption demands immediate budget allocation. Organizations that delay transformation will struggle to compete. Success requires embedding knowledge capture into operations and partnering with experts who deliver implementation excellence, not just recommendations.

David Stieger

Nov 11

Business Support Team

Is your team truly equipped to implement changes to your investment management system? Many firms face a 'knowledge gap' between business users and IT, leading to a heavy reliance on system vendors for enhancements. This post explores a powerful alternative: establishing an in-house business support team to bridge that divide, drive self-reliance, and unlock the true ROI of your system.

Thomas Mogensen

Oct 23

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ISO 20022 Migration: The Real Work Begins After November 2025

The November 2025 ISO 20022 deadline isn't the finish line. It's the starting gate. While most banks focus on bare minimum compliance, the real opportunity lies in harnessing rich, structured data for operational excellence and competitive advantage. Are you ready for what comes next? #ISO20022

Nicolai Jorgensen

Aug 27