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Most organizations rely on securities from Bloomberg, loaded using SimCorp’s solution for Bloomberg Data Licenses. In this piece, we are going to explore some methods that can be implemented to improve non-standard setup solutions and help ensure the process is done seamlessly. The normal setup will have separate requests laid out for different instrument types. This is generally a problem so to speak, but it is simpler and more convenient to have 1 request definition to send

Discover how to measure and improve Straight Through Processing (STP) rates in SimCorp for maximum operational efficiency. Learn to identify automation opportunities using transaction audit trails, create STP heatmaps to pinpoint problem areas, and design exception-based monitoring systems. From equities and fixed income to collateral management and security lending, explore strategies to reduce manual intervention, minimize operational risk, and scale your trading operations

Optimize SimCorp Dimension license costs with automated user management. Learn how to build a Data Extractor solution that tracks login activity, automatically deactivates users after 30 days of inactivity, and reclaims unused licenses without purchasing more. Discover how to implement exception handling with user-free codes for extended absences, establish clear user agreements, and gain visibility into login patterns and unusual activity—all through a simple scheduled batch

In this piece, we are going to take a closer look at a part of transactions that are used by every SimCorp client at least to some...

In today's post we are delving into the primary tool for importing data into SimCorp Dimension; the Filter Tool Box, also called Data...

Discover essential tips for mastering the SimCorp Data Extractor. From finding table names using audit trails to leveraging SQL expressions and optimizing variable selections, learn practical techniques that can help both beginners and experienced users create efficient data extracts. Whether you're a business user with minimal SQL knowledge or an advanced developer, these insights will streamline your reporting workflows.

In this piece, we are going to take a look at a few general ways to improve usability in SimCorp Dimension. Some methods you might already know but others may be helpful new ways to approach the platform. You may even think that the default setup should be different from the start. Let us start with user options in the main portal. There are two useful settings here, the first being ‘use alphabetic sorting of domains’. This changes the way domain values are presented from int

Testing in SimCorp Dimension is an integral part of running your system. Learn how and why automated testing can make your life easier.

The investment management software landscape is evolving rapidly,from on-premise solutions to cloud computing, and now to Software as a Service. SimCorp is leading this transformation with SimCorp Dimension as a Service (SCDaaS), promising to automate overnight batch flows, data management, and back-office functions. As 41% of poll respondents indicated, "Everything as a Service" is the most intriguing development in the industry. Explore how SimCorp's XaaS vision could revol

SimCorp has emerged as a formidable force in investment management software. With a true integrated IBOR solution, flexible customization, and strategic cloud offerings through Microsoft Azure, SimCorp is positioning itself to compete with major custodians. Their success stems from 20% annual R&D investment, experienced teams, and innovative services like DataCare that keep them ahead of the competition.

After 2020's upheaval, the employment landscape has transformed dramatically. Employers now seek hybrid employees who balance technology and business expertise while thriving in remote environments. The good news? Companies have improved their onboarding with better intranets and documentation, making remote training seamless. Success in 2021 requires flexibility, self-motivation, problem-solving skills, and resilience—qualities that thrive in uncertain times.

Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) is no longer optional—it's essential for investment performance. With government regulations favoring high ESG companies and younger generations prioritizing sustainability, financial organizations must adapt. Even data centres pose ESG challenges, but solutions exist: companies like Equinix achieved 92% renewable energy usage. SimCorp users can optimize systems and define ESG-focused investment strategies to attract consc

Explore how the financial technology sector adapted and evolved through unprecedented challenges, revealing key trends shaping the future of investment management. From the rapid shift to remote work and heightened cybersecurity concerns to the growing momentum of outsourcing critical functions and automating manual processes, discover how firms are prioritizing platform optimization over best-of-breed expansion. Learn why 2021 and beyond will focus on operational efficiency.

SimCorp's vast asset class support and configurability can pose challenges for organisations seeking seamless operations. Dimensional Community bridges this gap with expert optimisation services—from building robust Business Application Support teams to swift ticket resolution and process automation. Our decade of experience ensures your team becomes self-sufficient and focused on value-generating tasks.

SimCorp doesn't have to be complex. Many operational pain points have proven solutions that organizations simply get used to living with. Discover how to optimize your SimCorp operations through global best practices that increase efficiency, automate repetitive tasks, and reduce operational risk and cost. Learn practical approaches to getting the most out of your SimCorp processes and transforming everyday challenges into streamlined workflows.

Is SimCorp too complex? Many pain points don't have to exist. Discover practical solutions to common challenges: eliminate manual configuration promotion errors, secure batch processes from user changes, automate exception handling, validate your Chart of Accounts, gain visibility into segment conditions, and understand auxiliary jobs. These improvements have saved clients hundreds of thousands in wrong valuations while increasing operational efficiency.

Not all consultancies have your best interests at heart. Ebbe Kjaersbo, with over 20 years of SimCorp experience, reveals common tactics used by rogue consultants: false low-cost advertising, overselling unnecessary products, promising senior staff but delivering juniors, and deliberately delaying solutions to increase billable hours. Learn how to protect your organization with detailed RFPs, contractual protections, and experienced oversight to ensure project success.

When a Scandinavian bank lost $1.5 million in a single bond trade due to flawed security data, they knew they needed to act fast. Discover how StaticData's specialized solution for SimCorp helped prevent future costly errors by automatically validating and converting financial data from multiple sources. Sparebanken Møre's Rune Nordstrand shares why this cost-effective solution is essential for buy-side firms struggling with data quality.

Technology evolves rapidly, but is your SimCorp security keeping pace? With 63% of network intrusions due to compromised credentials and data breach costs projected to reach $150 million by 2020, single-layer password protection is becoming obsolete. While SCD offers Oracle database security and Kerberos, two-factor authentication is now the market standard. As SCD integrates with more systems, shouldn't your data, and money, be better protected?

Have you considered performing a SimCorp Dimension upgrade yourself? Jonathan Lanz shares his experience conducting independent SCD upgrades for 4-5 years at both a smaller pension firm and PFA, Denmark's largest private pension company. Discover how thorough planning, testing, and documentation made self-upgrades not only feasible but cost-effective with no time delays. Jonathan's key advice: plan, test, document, backup, and don't be afraid to try.