How a Leading European ManCo Built a Central Operating System for Data
See how a leading European Management Company implemented a single source of truth for the full data lifecycle across their ManCo operations.
The Challenge
As one of Europe's leading Management Companies, this firm operates at the intersection of asset managers, fund administrators, custodians, and regulators. This position requires managing and reconciling data from dozens of sources, each with different formats, delivery schedules, and quality levels.
Before implementing Next Gate Tech, the operations team spent significant time manually collecting, transforming, and reconciling data across systems. Critical information was scattered across spreadsheets, emails, and legacy databases, making it nearly impossible to get a complete picture of their operations.
The challenges were compounded by:
- Data silos across different operational functions
- Manual processes for data collection and normalization
- No single version of truth for reporting and oversight
- Limited scalability as client base grew
The Solution
Next Gate Tech worked with the client to implement a comprehensive data management platform that serves as the central operating system for all their data needs.
Universal Data Ingestion
The platform connects to every data source in the client's ecosystem, from fund administrators and custodians to internal systems and regulatory feeds. Data flows automatically into the platform, eliminating manual collection.
Intelligent Data Model
A flexible, schema-driven data model accommodates the complex relationships between funds, share classes, investors, and service providers. The model adapts to the client's specific requirements without requiring custom development.
Golden Source Management
The platform maintains a single, authoritative version of each data element, with full lineage tracking from source to consumption. Users can trust that they are always working with the most accurate, up-to-date information.
Self-Service Analytics
Business users can access data through intuitive dashboards and reports, reducing dependence on IT for ad-hoc queries. Role-based access controls ensure that users see only the data relevant to their responsibilities.
Results
The platform has become the backbone of the client's data operations:
- Single source of truth for all operational data
- 100% automation of routine data collection
- Real-time visibility into fund operations
- Scalable foundation for continued growth
Operations teams now spend their time on analysis and decision-making rather than data gathering and reconciliation.
A Platform for Growth
With a solid data foundation in place, the client is leveraging the platform to drive new service offerings for their clients. The ability to provide real-time insights and proactive monitoring has become a competitive differentiator in the ManCo market.
