An integrated investment management platform that offers order management, portfolio management, and compliance tools within a centralized system.
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Software that facilitates the execution of investment decisions through trade order generation, routing, and execution. These systems manage the entire trade lifecycle, compliance checks, allocation of trades across portfolios, and integration with execution venues.
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Multi-Asset Support Ability to handle various asset classes such as equities, fixed income, derivatives, currencies, etc. |
Charles River IMS supports a range of asset classes including equities, fixed income, FX, and derivatives, as indicated on their product and solution pages. | |
Order Entry Manual or automated entry of trade instructions for buy, sell, and other operations. |
Order entry, both manual and automated, is a core function of Charles River IMS as described in product documentation and solution overviews. | |
Order Validation Pre-trade checks ensuring orders comply with market and regulatory rules. |
Order validation (pre-trade compliance) is built into Charles River IMS, cited in feature documentation highlighting real-time checks. | |
Order Routing Capability to direct orders to appropriate venues, brokers, or execution algorithms. |
Order routing to multiple venues and brokers is listed as an offering within the platform’s detailed feature lists. | |
Order Matching Ability to auto-match portfolio manager orders with available liquidity. |
Order matching functionality, particularly for block trading and crossing, is referenced in detailed product descriptions. | |
Bulk Order Processing Ease of handling and executing large volumes of orders in batch. |
Bulk order processing is highlighted as a feature facilitating high-volume, institutional trading. | |
Order Amending & Cancelling Support for modifying or cancelling open or partially filled orders. |
The platform allows amending and canceling open/partial orders as part of standard order management workflows. | |
Trade Allocation Functionality for splitting trades across multiple accounts or portfolios. |
Trade allocation across multiple accounts and portfolios is one of the central compliance and post-trade functions emphasized. | |
Order Lifecycle Tracking Comprehensive tracking of orders from creation to completion. |
Order lifecycle tracking is built into the system with dashboards and audit features, as shown in UI screenshots and datasheets. | |
Order Audit Trail Detailed log of all actions taken on orders for compliance and tracing. |
Order audit trails, for compliance and tracing, are described in the platform’s regulatory and audit support documentation. | |
Order Processing Speed Average time taken to process, validate, and route orders. |
No information available | |
Max Order Capacity Maximum number of orders the system can process concurrently. |
No information available | |
Support for Basket Orders Ability to handle multiple orders as a single grouped basket transaction. |
Charles River IMS supports basket orders, as outlined in their workflow and order entry documentation. |
FIX Protocol Support Ability to communicate with external parties using the Financial Information eXchange (FIX) protocol. |
The platform supports FIX protocol for external connectivity with brokers and venues, as confirmed by API/integration guides. | |
API Access Well-documented APIs for integrating with third-party platforms and data providers. |
API access, including REST and FIX APIs, is part of the integration suite for third-party connectivity. | |
Market Data Integration Ability to receive and process live prices and instrument data. |
Market data integration, with live pricing feeds, is a standard feature for pre- and post-trade workflows in Charles River IMS. | |
Position Data Import/Export Importing/exporting positions to/from accounting, risk, or other systems. |
Position data import/export with accounting, risk, and custodial systems is supported as part of back-office integration. | |
Settlement System Connectivity Integration with post-trade and settlement providers. |
Integration with settlement and clearing systems is featured in Charles River documentation under settlement workflows. | |
Portfolio Management System (PMS) Integration Seamless exchange of data with portfolio accounting and risk systems. |
Portfolio Management System (PMS) integration, including data exchange with risk and accounting platforms, is highlighted. | |
Number of Supported Venues/Brokers Count of external venues or brokers to which the OMS can connect. |
No information available | |
OMS to EMS Integration Ability to integrate with Execution Management Systems for advanced trading functionality. |
Charles River IMS is designed to integrate with Execution Management Systems (EMS), as referenced in their advanced trading solutions. | |
Real-time Data Feeds Capability to consume and process real-time feeds (prices, news, etc.). |
Real-time data feeds, including price and news, are described as core system features. | |
File-Based Interface Support Supports batch file uploads and downloads (CSV, XML, etc.) to exchange data. |
The system supports file-based interfaces for batch data import/export (CSV, XML), as outlined in integration documentation. |
Pre-Trade Compliance Checks Automated validation of orders against rules such as client mandates, position limits, or regulatory requirements. |
Pre-trade compliance checks are a fundamental capability, featured in compliance and order review sections. | |
Post-Trade Compliance Monitoring Ability to monitor executed trades for regulatory and internal policy breaches. |
Post-trade compliance monitoring for trade review and regulatory requirements is a defined workflow in the IMS. | |
Real-Time Risk Monitoring Ongoing updates and alerts about exposures or limit breaches as orders are entered. |
Real-time risk monitoring, with alerts and dashboard updates, is showcased in portfolio and order monitoring features. | |
Custom Rule Engine Configurable logic for enforcing custom compliance and risk rules. |
A custom rule engine allows configuration of client-specific compliance and risk rules. | |
Restricted List Management Maintain and enforce trading restrictions on selected securities or issuers. |
Restricted list management for compliance with client or regulatory blacklists is included. | |
Trade Approval Workflows Multi-level authorization for orders based on size, asset class, or other criteria. |
Trade approval workflows with configurable multi-step authorizations are available as part of compliance controls. | |
Trade Error/Exception Handling Detection and flagging of potential rule breaches and workflow exceptions. |
Exception handling for trade errors is supported, with error queues and audit trails documented. | |
Audit and Logging Detailed activity logs and audit trails for compliance inspection. |
Comprehensive audit and logging is a key compliance and operational feature of Charles River IMS. | |
Number of Compliance Rules Supported Total unique compliance rules the system can enforce concurrently. |
No information available | |
Compliance Rule Execution Speed Average time to process compliance checks per order. |
No information available |
Intuitive User Interface (UI) Modern, clear, and easily navigable front-end for users. |
The product’s UI is regularly cited as modern and intuitive in reviews, demos, and marketing materials. | |
Customizable Dashboards Ability for users to personalize their view and widgets. |
Customizable dashboards and widgets are provided for portfolio managers and traders. | |
Role-Based Access Control User permissions and interface tailored to user roles (trader, portfolio manager, compliance, etc.). |
Role-based access controls are available—user roles define permissions and visible interface elements. | |
Workflow Automation Tools to automate repetitive processes or order flows. |
Workflow automation tools for order and compliance flows are described in product literature. | |
Alerts & Notifications Real-time notifications via on-screen, email, or SMS. |
Users receive alerts/notifications via the system and email as part of real-time workflow support. | |
Mobile Access Availability of mobile or web-based applications for remote access. |
Mobile and/or web access is described on the Charles River IMS platform landing page. | |
Bulk Editing Ability to modify multiple items in a single operation. |
Bulk editing of trade sets/orders is supported according to configuration and product demos. | |
User Training Modules In-system guided learning and help resources. |
User training modules or guided help are referenced as part of client onboarding. | |
Maximum UI Customization Options Number of user-configurable interface elements. |
No information available | |
Concurrent Users Supported Number of users that can interact with the system simultaneously. |
No information available |
Custom Report Builder Users can create ad hoc or custom reports using available data. |
Custom report building tools, including ad hoc and user-defined reports, are featured for analytics. | |
Pre-Built Standard Reports Access to common industry and regulatory reports (trade blotter, regulatory filings, etc.). |
Pre-built standard reports such as trade blotters and regulatory filings are included. | |
Scheduled Reporting Automatic generation and delivery of regular reports. |
Scheduled reporting for automated delivery is referenced in workflow/analytics documentation. | |
Export Formats Variety of export options such as PDF, Excel, CSV. |
Variety of export formats (PDF, Excel, CSV, etc.) are described on the reporting feature list. | |
Performance Analytics Tools for measuring trade performance and attribution. |
Performance analytics tools for trade measurement are promoted as part of Charles River’s analytics suite. | |
Compliance Reporting Dedicated reporting for regulatory and policy adherence. |
Dedicated compliance reporting features are documented under regulatory support. | |
Real-time Analytics On-demand analysis and visualization of trading data. |
Real-time analytics functionality is promoted for portfolio managers and traders. | |
Data Visualization Tools Support for charts, graphs, and visual reporting. |
Data visualization with charts and graphs is available in the reporting interface. | |
Number of Report Types Distinct predefined or customizable report types. |
No information available | |
Historical Data Retention Period Amount of time trading data is stored and available for reporting. |
No information available |
Multi-Factor Authentication User access requires multiple verification methods. |
Multi-factor authentication is discussed in the security feature set and client documentation. | |
Single Sign-On (SSO) Federated login using the institution's identity provider. |
Single sign-on (SSO) integration is supported per security and access documentation. | |
Data Encryption (in transit & at rest) Protection of sensitive data during transmission and storage. |
Data encryption at rest and in transit is a standard feature listed in security specifications. | |
Granular User Permissions Highly specific access control for various system functionalities. |
Granular user permissions are described, allowing for fine-grained access control. | |
Regular Security Audits Ongoing third-party or internal security assessment processes. |
Regular (third-party and internal) security audits form part of the platform’s security posture. | |
Intrusion Detection Systems or logs for monitoring unauthorized access attempts. |
Intrusion detection and monitoring are described in IT operations and security documentation. | |
Audit Logging Comprehensive logging of system actions for traceability. |
Comprehensive audit logging is a requirement for financial services and detailed in product security features. | |
User Activity Monitoring Tools for real-time monitoring of user behavior and anomalies. |
User activity monitoring is mentioned as part of operational security and compliance modules. | |
Session Timeout Automatic logout after a configurable period of inactivity. |
Session timeout and inactivity logout are listed in user security/access control features. | |
Number of Authentication Methods Supported Count of distinct supported authentication mechanisms (e.g., password, biometric, token). |
No information available |
Reference Data Integration Ability to pull in security, issuer, and instrument static data. |
Reference data integration (security, issuer, etc.) is supported as part of the data management suite. | |
Real-time Data Validation On-the-fly checks to ensure completeness and accuracy of incoming data. |
Real-time validation of incoming data is supported, per documentation on data quality features. | |
Data Reconciliation Tools Automated matching of trade and position data across sources. |
Data reconciliation tools for trade and position data are provided in the platform. | |
Bulk Data Operations Efficient import, update, and export of large data sets. |
Bulk import/export and update of large datasets is supported for integration and batch operations. | |
Data Lineage Tracking Visibility into data origins and transformation history. |
Data lineage tracking is available to trace data history and transformation, mentioned in data governance materials. | |
Error Handling and Notifications Automated detection and alerting of data issues. |
Error handling and automated notification systems for data issues are documented. | |
Stale Data Alerting Alerts when reference or market data is out-of-date. |
Stale data alerting is highlighted within data quality and compliance management workflows. | |
Duplicates Detection Identifying and managing duplicate trade or position entries. |
Duplicate detection for trades and positions is supported, as outlined in operational risk controls. | |
Archiving Policies Configurable controls over data storage and archiving. |
Archiving and data retention policies are configurable within Charles River IMS, per compliance docs. | |
Maximum Data Retention Period Length of time that data is stored and available within the system. |
No information available |
Straight Through Processing (STP) Automates trade workflows from entry to settlement with minimal human intervention. |
Straight-through processing (STP) is central to the system’s trade and settlement workflow automation. | |
Robust Workflow Engine Customizable workflow rules for different business processes. |
A robust workflow engine for customized business process automation is featured. | |
Exception Management Systematic handling of trade breaks, errors, and manual interventions. |
Exception management for workflow and trade breaks is documented in operations guides. | |
Automated Trade Allocation System-driven assignment of trades to accounts or portfolios. |
Automated trade allocation to accounts/portfolios is a standard workflow per Charles River IMS interface. | |
Task Assignment & Tracking Assign and monitor status of workflow tasks and approvals. |
Task assignment and monitoring form part of the workflow suite for trade and compliance. | |
Work Queue Management Prioritize and delegate tasks within the order workflow. |
Work queue management tools are available for managing order and operations processes. | |
Business Rule Automation Ability to define custom business logic for automation. |
Business rule automation allows for custom scripting/configuration per client needs. | |
Approval Workflow Customization Customizable multi-level sign-offs for various order types and scenarios. |
Approval workflow customization is a described feature in multi-level trade and order management. | |
Automated Reconciliation Auto-matching of trades and settlement data without manual effort. |
Automated reconciliation of trades and settlements is documented in back-office workflows. | |
Max Rule/Workflow Complexity Supported Maximum supported layers/steps in automated workflows. |
No information available |
High Availability Architecture Redundant design for system uptime even during outages. |
High availability architecture with redundancy is promoted in technical overviews for uptime. | |
Disaster Recovery Provision for rapid recovery after catastrophic events. |
Disaster recovery provisions are offered as part of the managed services and hosting options. | |
System Uptime Guarantee Guaranteed minimum level of system availability. |
No information available | |
Latency Average end-to-end response time for core operations. |
No information available | |
Throughput Maximum number of orders or trades processed per unit time. |
No information available | |
Concurrent User Support Number of simultaneous active users without performance degradation. |
No information available | |
Real-time Monitoring Tools Active tools for live system performance tracking. |
Real-time system monitoring tools are described for both technical and trading operations. | |
Load Balancing Distribution of processes to optimize capacity and prevent bottlenecks. |
Load balancing and optimized infrastructure are cited for enterprise deployments. | |
Scheduled Maintenance Windows Defined periods for system upgrades and maintenance. |
Scheduled maintenance windows are part of the platform’s managed service offering. | |
Time to Recovery (RTO) Maximum allowable downtime after an incident. |
No information available |
Horizontal Scalability Add resources easily as demand grows, e.g., more servers. |
Horizontal scalability is supported in the platform's cloud-ready and modular architecture. | |
Vertical Scalability Scale up by increasing system resources, e.g., CPU, memory. |
Vertical scalability is offered, supporting resource expansion in hosted deployments. | |
Custom Workflow Scripting Adapt workflows using custom scripts or logic. |
Custom workflow scripting/adaptation is supported for client-driven automation. | |
Modular System Design System can be extended or modified by adding modules/plugins. |
Modular system design enables adding/removing functional modules per client requirements. | |
Number of Configurable Parameters Distinct elements that can be user-configured to fit requirements. |
No information available | |
Cloud Deployment Option Supports deployment on public/private cloud infrastructures. |
Charles River IMS is available as a cloud solution, including on Microsoft Azure. | |
On-Premise Deployment Option Available as an installable solution on client infrastructure. |
On-premise deployment option available, as per legacy and existing client deployments. | |
Multi-Entity Support Handle multiple legal entities or fund structures within one system. |
Multi-entity support allows clients to manage multiple legal structures in a single system. | |
Concurrent Portfolio Capacity Maximum number of portfolios that can be managed simultaneously. |
No information available | |
Client-specific Customization Degree to which unique workflow or integration needs can be accommodated. |
Client-specific customization of workflows and integrations is a key differentiator of Charles River IMS. |
24/7 Support Availability Round-the-clock technical assistance for clients. |
24/7 support is offered as part of premium support and managed services SLAs. | |
Dedicated Account Manager Assigned service manager for ongoing client relationship. |
Dedicated account managers are offered for major clients and referenced in service descriptions. | |
In-Product Help & Knowledge Base Accessible documentation, FAQs, and help resources within the product. |
In-product help and a searchable knowledge base are available for users. | |
Implementation Assistance Onboarding and system setup assistance from the vendor. |
Implementation assistance and client onboarding are featured for new and upgrading clients. | |
User Training Programs Formal training offerings and user education. |
Structured user training programs are available, including in-person and virtual options. | |
Issue Response Time (SLA) Average time to initial response for support tickets, as guaranteed by SLA. |
No information available | |
Yearly System Updates Frequency of major product upgrades and enhancements. |
No information available | |
Client Community/Forum Access Ability to interact with other clients and share feedback. |
Client community and peer forums are available as part of the customer engagement strategy. | |
Change Management Support Assistance with adapting workflows and features to regulatory or business changes. |
Change management support is built into the service and account management model. | |
Comprehensive Service Level Agreement (SLA) A clearly defined agreement covering uptime, support levels, and issue response. |
Comprehensive SLAs covering uptime, support, and response times are available for clients. |
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