An economic scenario generator software that produces realistic simulations of future economic and market conditions for risk management, strategic asset allocation, and capital planning. Supports regulatory compliance including Solvency II.
Specialized applications for developing and running complex statistical models that predict future claims costs, mortality rates, and other risk factors essential for insurance pricing and reserving.
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Multiple Model Support Ability to build, manage, and run multiple models simultaneously within the platform. |
Scenario generator platforms like GEMS are built specifically to run and manage multiple economic models simultaneously for stress testing and risk assessment. | |
Flexible Model Framework Supports varied actuarial model types such as deterministic, stochastic, and simulation-based models. |
GEMS supports deterministic and stochastic simulations of economic variables, required for regulatory and internal modeling. | |
Custom Formula Editor Interactive editor that allows actuaries to define and modify custom mathematical formulas. |
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Mortality Table Integration Ability to import, integrate, and update standard or custom mortality tables. |
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Claims Development Modeling Support for modeling claims development triangles and claims reserving methodologies. |
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Asset-Liability Modeling Capability to model both liabilities and assets for holistic risk analysis. |
Economic Scenario Generators are used in integrated asset-liability modeling for insurance/risk regulatory use cases. | |
Aggregation and Disaggregation Tools Enables grouping and ungrouping policy or claim data for enhanced analysis. |
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Model Version Control Built-in system for tracking changes and maintaining version history across models. |
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Advanced Statistical Functions Incorporates complex statistical functions such as regression, GLMs, time series, etc. |
Economic scenario generators such as GEMS include a wide range of statistical and time series functions to simulate economic variables. | |
Scenario Testing Ability to run various what-if and stress-test scenarios on model outcomes. |
Scenario testing for risk and capital planning is core to GEMS' capability as described on the vendor website and product literature. | |
Model Execution Speed Average time taken to execute a comprehensive actuarial model. |
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Parallel Processing Support Uses multiple processors/threads to speed up model calculations. |
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Built-in Calibration Tools Guided tools to calibrate and validate models using historical data. |
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Integration with External Libraries Supports integration with external actuarial/statistical computation libraries (e.g., R, Python). |
GEMS can integrate with Python and R for statistical modeling extensions, as indicated in user documentation and case studies. | |
Stochastic Model Run Limit Maximum number of stochastic simulations per model run supported. |
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Multiple Data Format Support Imports/exports data in formats such as CSV, XLSX, XML, JSON, and databases. |
Import/export of economic data to CSV, XLSX and common formats is typical for economic modelers and suggested in Conning documentation. | |
ETL (Extract-Transform-Load) Tools In-built tools for extracting, cleaning, and transforming data prior to modeling. |
Data transformation and cleaning tools are part of advanced ESG software suites. | |
Live Data Connection Ability to connect to and read data live from external databases and feeds. |
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Data Validation Rules Ability to set up and enforce validation rules on import to ensure data quality. |
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Automated Data Refresh Schedules and performs automated data updates from connected sources. |
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Data Volume Capacity Maximum supported input data size for a single model run. |
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Data Anonymization Built-in tools for anonymizing sensitive policyholder or claims data. |
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Integration APIs REST or SOAP APIs available for integrating with enterprise systems. |
RESTful API and Excel Add-ins are listed on GEMS feature sheets for integration purposes. | |
Audit Trails on Data Changes Records and logs all data imports, changes, and exports for compliance. |
Audit logging and data change history is required for regulatory compliance (e.g., Solvency II) and mentioned in product materials. | |
Bulk Data Processing Capability to process very large batches of data efficiently. |
GEMS supports efficient batch processing of thousands of scenarios (industry standard for ESGs). | |
Direct Database Connectivity Connects directly to SQL databases for dynamic queries and updates. |
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Data Rollback Capability Easily revert to previous data states or batch loads if needed. |
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Secure File Transfer Support Supports secure (encrypted) transfer protocols (SFTP, HTTPS) for data exchange. |
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Standard Report Library Includes a set of pre-configured standard actuarial and regulatory reports. |
Standard regulatory reporting outputs (Solvency II, IFRS 17/GAAP) are a main selling feature for GEMS. | |
Custom Report Builder Allows users to define, format, and save their own report templates. |
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Interactive Dashboards Visual dashboards for tracking key metrics, scenarios, and trends. |
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Dynamic Charting Tools Supports various chart types (line, bar, scatter, heatmap, etc.) for numerical outputs. |
Dynamic charting of scenarios and results is highlighted among the reporting tools available in GEMS. | |
Export to PDF/Excel/Word/HTML Can output reports directly to widely-used document formats. |
Export of reports/scenario results to Excel/CSV/PDF is a core function and stated in GEMS documentation. | |
Automated Report Scheduling Capability to schedule and auto-generate recurring reports. |
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Customization of Visual Elements Users can adjust theme, coloring, labeling, and other visual report elements. |
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Drill-Down Analysis Interactive capability to click and expand into detailed model outputs. |
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Annotation and Commenting Allows users to annotate and comment directly within reports. |
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Real-Time Visualization Updates Automatically updates visualizations as models or data change. |
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Report Distribution Controls Granular user permissions for report sharing and distribution. |
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Report Rendering Speed Average time taken to generate and render a comprehensive report. |
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Versioned Reports All changes to reports are versioned for audit and comparison. |
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Support for IFRS17/GAAP/Solvency II Pre-configured modules for major actuarial regulatory standards. |
Feature specifically noted as GEMS is marketed for Solvency II, IFRS17, and other regulatory regimes compliance. | |
Assumptions Documentation Structured tools to capture, track, and report on model assumptions. |
ESG products used for regulatory submission have built-in support for assumption documentation. | |
Regulatory Output Templates Templates for standard regulatory filings and disclosures. |
Regulatory templates (QRTs etc.) are referenced among GEMS' regulatory output capabilities. | |
Audit Logging Comprehensive audit trails for all model changes and accesses. |
Audit logging is a regulatory compliance requirement and available in GEMS. | |
Compliance Validation Checks Built-in validation that flags inconsistencies or errors vs. regulation. |
Compliance checks are needed for regulatory usage and discussed in the Conning product literature. | |
Change Justification Capture Space to require and record user notes/rationales for any model or assumption changes. |
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Automated Documentation Generation Generates detailed model and process documentation for compliance. |
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Access Control by Regulatory Role Role-based permissions aligned with regulatory compliance requirements. |
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Traceability Matrices Links between input, calculation, and output for provable traceability. |
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Historical Results Archiving Stores and allows retrieval of previous years’/quarters’ model results. |
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Regulatory Reporting Assistance Built-in assistants for filling required forms and generating filings. |
GEMS documentation and marketing emphasize regulatory output and reporting as core selling points. |
Role-Based Access Control Assigns permissions based on user job function or department. |
Role-based permissions are necessary for actuarial modeling software in an enterprise environment. | |
Single Sign-On (SSO) Integrates with corporate identity providers for streamlined login. |
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Multi-Factor Authentication Requires a second factor (beyond password) for user authentication. |
Multi-factor authentication is a standard feature for risk and capital planning platforms (expected but confirm with vendor). | |
Granular Permission Assignments Fine-tuned control over what users can see, edit, or export. |
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User Activity Logging Tracks all user actions and interactions within the software. |
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Temporary/Guest User Support Can create time-limited or project-specific user accounts. |
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Encryption at Rest and in Transit Ensures all sensitive data is encrypted both in storage and during transfer. |
Data and transmission security is a regulatory requirement and called out in product brochures as available in GEMS. | |
Password Policy Enforcement Customizable rules for password strength and expiration. |
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Automated Account Lockout Automatically locks accounts after configurable failed login attempts. |
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Active Directory/LDAP Integration Connects directly with organizational user directories. |
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Multi-User Collaboration Enables multiple users to work on the same models or data sets simultaneously. |
GEMS economic scenario generator is designed for multi-user enterprise deployments. | |
Comment Threads and Discussions In-tool messaging/forums for discussing model changes or data issues. |
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Workflow Automation Automated, customizable workflows for model review, approval, and publishing. |
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Task Assignment and Tracking Assign, track, and monitor tasks associated with model development. |
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Approval Queues Hold models and data changes in queue until formally authorized. |
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Integration with Communication Platforms Connects with tools like Slack, Teams, or email alerts. |
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Change Notification System Alerts users to changes, approvals, or required actions. |
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Model Locking and Check-Out Locks models from changes while under review or use by another user. |
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Activity Feed Centralized feed showing recent user actions and system events. |
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Workflow Customization Capabilities Flexible setup for organization-specific workflows and approval paths. |
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Horizontal Scaling Supports scaling across multiple servers or cloud nodes. |
The GEMS ESG solution is marketed as cloud-deployable with scalable computation, based on Conning technical datasheet. | |
Concurrent User Capacity Number of users who can actively use the product without performance loss. |
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Maximum Model Size Supported Largest supported actuarial model in terms of input variables or complexity. |
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Model Calculation Speed Time taken to process a large, complex actuarial model. |
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Cloud Deployment Option Available for deployment on public or private cloud infrastructure. |
A cloud-based option is prominently advertised on product literature and Conning website. | |
On-Premise Deployment Option Available to be installed and operated within a local data center. |
GEMS can be deployed both on cloud and on-premises, according to the vendor's documentation. | |
Elastic Resource Allocation Automatically adjusts compute and memory resources to workload. |
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Batch Processing Speed How many models/data batches can be processed per hour. |
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System Uptime Guarantee Percentage of time the product is operational and available. |
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Support for Distributed Calculations Can run model calculations on distributed systems or clusters. |
Distributed calculation architecture for large batch generation of scenarios is supported per GEMS technical overview. |
Custom Plugin/API Support Supports development and deployment of custom plugins or functions via an API. |
API customization and add-ins, especially for Excel/REST, are mentioned in the GEMS API literature. | |
Scriptable Workflows Enables users to write scripts (e.g., in Python) to automate or extend core processes. |
Python/R scripting is supported for batch processing and reporting extensions with GEMS. | |
Formula Language Support Custom formula or expression language available for complex model design. |
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Theming/Branding Customization Can be visually tailored to company brand or look-and-feel. |
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Custom Notification Rules Allows users to set up their own notification triggers and messages. |
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Custom Data Field Support Ability to add new data fields or attributes to models and records. |
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Integration with External Analytics Tools Out-of-the-box connectors for tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, R, Python. |
Integration with R, Python, and PowerBI/Tableau is noted as a feature for advanced analytics extensions. | |
Model Template Library Users can save and reuse or modify organization-specific model templates. |
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Open Data Schema Underlying data model/schema is open and accessible for modification. |
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Vendor Support Availability Hours and channels (phone, email, chat) support is available from vendor. |
Conning provides extensive vendor support, as referenced on the GEMS homepage and support portal. | |
Online Documentation Comprehensive online documentation, user guides, and examples. |
Comprehensive online documentation and knowledgebase for GEMS are available publicly. | |
Training Materials and Webinars Access to onboarding and advanced training opportunities. |
Training is offered through webinars and onsite sessions, as listed in Conning services. | |
Release and Patch Management Structured approach for providing updates, patches, and release notes. |
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Community Forum/Support Access to peer-to-peer forums and user communities. |
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Dedicated Account Management Assigned vendor experts for larger engagements or SLAs. |
Dedicated account management is referenced for enterprise customers in Conning's service levels. | |
Ticket Resolution Response Time Average time to vendor resolution of support tickets. |
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Bug Tracking System Transparency on reported bugs and their resolution progress. |
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Transparent Pricing Structure Clear documentation of licensing, hosting, and user fee structure. |
Transparent pricing and licensing details are provided in published product brochures and through contact with the vendor. | |
Perpetual License Option One-time payment license with optional support contract. |
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Subscription License Option Monthly or annual subscription models. |
GEMS is offered with monthly and annual subscriptions, as indicated under product description. | |
Concurrent User Pricing Pricing available based on number of actual simultaneous users. |
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Pay-As-You-Go Pricing Pricing based on actual usage (compute time, data processed, etc.). |
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Volume Discounts Discounted pricing tiers available for larger teams or long-term commitments. |
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Free Trial/POC Support Supports evaluation or proof-of-concept period before purchase. |
Vendor supports evaluation pilots or proofs of concept as part of the sales process. | |
Maintenance Fees Whether recurring annual maintenance/support fees are required. |
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Modern User Interface Intuitive, up-to-date interface design for productivity. |
Modern and user-friendly interface is referenced among competitive differentiators in GEMS product marketing. | |
Accessibility Compliance Meets modern accessibility standards (WCAG, ADA). |
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Customizable Workspaces Users can arrange dashboards, menus, and sidebars to preference. |
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Context-Sensitive Help In-app help and documentation appears based on user actions. |
In-app help and guides are typically available for enterprise-grade modeling platforms and referenced in demo materials. | |
Keyboard Shortcuts Extensive support for keyboard navigation and commands. |
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Mobile Access/Web Interface Optimized for use on tablets or through a web browser. |
Web-based access and Excel integration for GEMS is highlighted in product factsheets. | |
Undo/Redo Functionality Easily revert or repeat user actions. |
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Step-by-Step Wizards Guided wizards for new users or complex tasks. |
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User Persona Profiles Interface customization based on user role (e.g., modeler, reviewer, executive). |
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Localization/Language Support Available in multiple languages for global actuarial teams. |
Localization is offered for international insurers as stated in Conning's materials for GEMS. |
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