Investment Solutions Consultants (ISC) Ltd

📢 Preparing for DORA: A Comprehensive Guide As we approach the implementation date for the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) – 17th January 2025, ISC has been dedicated to helping asset managers and financial services firms navigate this transformative regulation. Over the last 18 months, we’ve shared a series of articles on DORA, offering insights and actionable advice for compliance and resilience. Here’s a recap of what we’ve covered: Post 1 - Implications for Investment Management https://lnkd.in/eqYzZ5bV Post 2 - Cybersecurity Requirements https://lnkd.in/eWXjdJ5j Post 3 - Incident Management https://lnkd.in/eYCWADYH Post 4 - Five Pillars of DORA https://lnkd.in/erHEkaem Post 5 - Challenges for Asset Managers https://lnkd.in/ePFvjSV2 Post 6 - Risk Management Framework https://lnkd.in/eAsvaNM3 Post 7 - 3rd Party Technology Outsource Providers https://lnkd.in/eik_7thy Post 8 - A guide for investment managers https://lnkd.in/ew4dGUyQ Post 9 - Delivering DORA https://lnkd.in/e5KTNC3a At ISC, we combine deep industry expertise with a practical, hands-on approach. Our mission is to help you: - Build a sustainable risk management framework that goes beyond compliance. - Strengthen your cybersecurity measures to meet and exceed DORA requirements. - Design effective incident management processes tailored to your business. - Ensure your third-party providers align with regulatory expectations. - Deliver a holistic operational resilience strategy that boosts market confidence. 🔗 Learn more about our approach By partnering with ISC, you’re not just preparing for DORA; you’re laying the foundation for long-term operational resilience and efficiency. #dora #investmentmanagement #assetmanagement #regulatory #sustainableframework #operationalresilience #iscdeliveringchangematters Which DORA pillar is your top priority? Let us know in the comments or reach out to discuss how we can support your firm! reg-change@iscltd.com

✨ Happy New Year 2025! ✨ #iscdeliveringchangematters

🚀 Must-Read Article The final article in Paul Lumsden's two-part series In the previous article, "A Game-Changer for Compliance," we explored how digital twins are transforming RegTech by enhancing compliance and operational efficiency. Now, in this follow-up, we delve into the challenges faced by the financial services industry, particularly the investment management sector, in adopting this innovative technology. #regtech #regulatoryinnovation #regulatoryinsights #regulatorychange #regulatorydevelopments #regulatoryreporting #compliance #assetmanager #investmentmanager #iscdeliveringchangematters #thoughtleadership

As 2024 comes to a close, it's the perfect time to reflect on the progress and innovations that have defined the investment management industry this year. The key trends and developments highlighted by ISC throughout 2024 provide valuable insights into how the industry has adapted and grown. #productdevelopment #productmanagement #productgovernance #regulatorychange #regulatorydevelopments #regulatoryreporting #compliance #horizonscanning #assetmanager #investmentmanager #iscdeliveringchangematters #thoughtleadership

🚀 Must-Read Article The first in a two-part series by Paul Lumsden, this article explores the concept of digital twins in Regulatory Technology (RegTech), delving into their development and theoretical foundations. Stay tuned for the next article, where we will examine the current landscape and real-world applications, highlighting the transformative potential of digital twins for regulatory compliance. #regtech #regulatoryinnovation #regulatoryinsights #regulatorychange #regulatorydevelopments #regulatoryreporting #compliance #assetmanager #investmentmanager #iscdeliveringchangematters #thoughtleadership  

Front Office Control Framework: A Current Perspective on Asset Management Industry Best Practices Front office controls has emerged as a hot topic in 2024 and promises to be an area of continued focus in 2025 in response to increased regulatory scrutiny. In the following article we explore what good looks like and how to approach building a market leading FOCF. 👉 Click here to read the full article https://lnkd.in/eHxD6Tti If you would like to discuss how ISC Ltd can support your front office control needs, feel free to reach out at info@iscltd.com #frontofficecontrols #assetmanagement #bestpractices #iscdeliveringchangematters

🌍 ESG Insights: Key Takeaways from Recent Breakfast Discussions 🌱 The ESG landscape is evolving rapidly, with regulatory challenges that rival MIFID in complexity. Key observations: 🟢Regulatory burden is overwhelming BAU teams, creating significant operational strain 🟢Product development increasingly driven by compliance rather than client demand 🟢Emerging regulatory divergence, particularly around oil and coal investments, creates market uncertainty Critical challenges remain: 🤔Inconsistent ESG data across providers 🤔Lack of universal sustainability definitions 🤔Complex jurisdictional requirements The silver lining? Forward-thinking asset managers can: ✅Develop robust house views ✅ Create strategic product frameworks ✅ Use sustainability regulations to future-proof their organizations The ESG journey continues - adaptability is key! #ESG #SustainableInvesting #FinancialRegulation #AssetManagement Thoughts? Let's discuss in the comments! 👇

📢 Thank you to participants for valuable insights; looking forward to 2025 #regulatorychange #regulatorydevelopments #regulatoryinsights #assetmanagement #collaboration #iscdeliveringchangematters

Looking forward to welcoming our guests this morning at our ESG Breakfast Roundtable #esg #collaboration #iscdeliveringchangematters