Offers end-to-end model inventory management, validation, performance monitoring, scenario analysis, documentation, controls, and workflow for all model types, with a focus on compliance with industry regulations and pension fund requirements.
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Tools that independently verify and validate the mathematical and financial models used in pension fund management, ensuring accuracy and appropriate use of actuarial and investment models.
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Asset Class Support Ability to validate models for a wide variety of asset classes including equities, fixed income, real estate, private equity, infrastructure, and alternatives. |
Marketing materials and solutions overview indicate broad asset class support (equities, fixed income, real estate, etc.) | |
Regulatory Compliance Models Supports checking that models adhere to regulatory standards (e.g., Solvency II, IFRS, local pension regulations). |
Vendor emphasizes compliance focus and support for Solvency II, IFRS, and pension requirements. | |
Actuarial Model Validation Capability to validate actuarial models for liabilities, mortality/longevity, and other pension-specific risk factors. |
Actuarial and risk models (liabilities, longevity) specifically called out in pension fund context. | |
Investment Model Validation Verification and independent validation of investment and asset allocation models. |
Investment model validation is listed as a core use case. | |
Scenario Analysis Coverage Verifies models across stress scenarios and forecast situations. |
Scenario analysis and stress testing are key dashboard/workflow components. | |
Economic Assumptions Validation Checks the reasonableness and consistency of macroeconomic and market assumptions in models. |
Product validates macroeconomic and market assumptions as a control step. | |
Stochastic Model Support Evaluates the appropriateness and calibration of stochastic simulation models. |
Stochastic simulation models are included among supported model types. | |
Deterministic Model Support Supports validation of deterministic models alongside stochastic models. |
Deterministic and stochastic models are both supported per product literature. | |
Hybrid Model Support Ability to handle and validate hybrid (e.g., deterministic/stochastic mixed) models. |
Hybrid models (mixed deterministic/stochastic) are part of the supported framework. | |
Model Interdependency Analysis Checks the proper integration and interaction of multiple models (e.g., asset-liability modeling). |
Asset-liability modeling and model interdependencies are highlighted in documentation and workflows. | |
Cash Flow Models Supports validation of cash flow projection models. |
Cash flow projection validation is a supported model type. | |
Statistical Model Types Supported Number of statistical models (e.g., regression, time series, machine learning) the system can validate. |
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Sensitivity Analysis Tools Software provides functionality to test model output sensitivity to input changes. |
Sensitivity and scenario/distribution testing tools referenced as part of analysis suite. | |
Backtesting Framework Includes automated routines for comparing model predictions vs actual historical results. |
Backtesting is part of the validation control processes. | |
Benchmark Comparisons Ability to compare model outputs against industry benchmarks and standards. |
Solution supports use of benchmarks and industry standards for comparative analysis. | |
Model Calibration Checks Verifies calibration of model input parameters. |
Calibration checks are included as standard validation protocols. | |
Hypothesis Testing Automates statistical hypothesis testing for model robustness. |
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Parameter Validation Assures validity and ranges of key model parameters. |
Parameter validation is explicitly referenced as a safeguard. | |
Error Detection Rate Number/percentage of material model logic, coding or data errors detected by the tool. |
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Assumption Documentation Ensures all model assumptions are documented and validated. |
Assumptions documentation/validation process is a standard function. | |
Validation Frequency How often models can be automatically or manually re-validated. |
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Replication Capability Ability to independently reproduce model results using input data and model code. |
Model outputs are independently reproducible as per controls design. | |
Custom Validation Procedures Allows user-defined tests and validation scripts to be integrated. |
Platform allows custom scripting and bespoke procedures. |
Automated Report Generation Can automatically produce validation reports in multiple formats (PDF, Excel, HTML). |
Automated reporting (PDF, Excel, etc.) is a standard feature. | |
Model Version Tracking Keeps a detailed version history of models tested and validated. |
Version control/tracking for every model is included as an audit feature. | |
Validation Audit Trails Complete logs of validation steps, findings, and actions taken. |
System keeps audit trails and validation step logs. | |
Export to Regulator Formats Exports results and reports in formats acceptable to regulators. |
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Automated Exception Tracking Logs and alerts where models fail validation criteria. |
Exception tracking and alerting are core controls features. | |
Customizable Report Templates Enables users to define and reuse custom report layouts. |
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Stakeholder Access Control Granular permissions to allow auditors and regulators selective report access. |
Role- and stakeholder-based access control documented. | |
Dashboard Overview Visual dashboards summarizing validation status and issues across models. |
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Data Lineage Capture Records where and how input data was sourced and transformed. |
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Findings Severity Rating Ability to classify and rate severity/impact of validation findings. |
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Change Log Frequency Tracks frequency of model changes between validation cycles. |
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API Integration Provides APIs for integrating validation tools with model risk management systems, data warehouses, and reporting tools. |
Integration capabilities including API for data/reporting systems described. | |
Direct Data Import Ability to directly import data from common sources (databases, CSV, actuarial software, etc). |
System allows direct data import from standard sources. | |
Supported Input Formats Number of natively supported input file/data types. |
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Open Model Interface Accepts externally coded models (e.g., Python, R, SAS, Excel/VBA). |
Open interfaces accept externally coded models (Python, R, Excel, etc.). | |
Cloud Deployment Options Available as cloud-hosted/SaaS as well as on-premises. |
Available as SaaS/cloud and on-premise per vendor deployment options. | |
Batch Processing Capability Supports bulk validation processing runs for multiple models or scenarios. |
Batch processes for validating multiple models are referenced. | |
Single Sign-On (SSO) Support Integrates with enterprise SSO/LDAP for user authentication. |
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Plug-in Architecture Allows user extensions or connectors for bespoke data/model integration. |
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Real-Time Data Sync Can receive and process real-time data updates from external sources. |
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Compatibility with Risk Engines Integrates with major risk analytics platforms (e.g., BlackRock Aladdin, MSCI Barra). |
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Role-Based Access Control Granular control over who can view/modify/validate models and access reports. |
Role-based and granular access controls available, as referenced under controls/workflow. | |
Data Encryption in Transit Uses encryption for data transmitted between systems and users. |
Industry standard; referenced as part of security controls. | |
Data Encryption at Rest Encrypts stored input data, models, and validation results. |
Data at rest encryption is mentioned in security policies. | |
GDPR/CCPA Compliance Supports compliance with global/regional data privacy laws. |
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Audit Log Tamper Detection Detects and alerts any unauthorized modifications to audit logs. |
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User Activity Monitoring Monitors and reports on all user login and activity events. |
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Secure Data Erasure Provides secure deletion of sensitive data after use. |
Secure deletion of sensitive records is referenced in compliance documentation. | |
Time-Limited Access Tokens Allows issuing temporary credentials for third-party integrations. |
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Multi-Factor Authentication Enforces multi-step verification for sensitive operations. |
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Incident Response Procedures Documented and automated workflows for data breaches or security incidents. |
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Intuitive User Interface Clear and organized navigation with contextual help. |
UI guided with process support, navigation and documentation referenced. | |
User Customization Options Ability to customize dashboards, views, and notifications. |
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Visualization Tools Provides interactive charts and visual summaries of validation results. |
Visual dashboards and reporting of validation results included. | |
Guided Validation Workflows Built-in guided processes to streamline validation tasks. |
Workflow guidance is referenced as a key usability attribute. | |
Bulk Action Support Can perform multiple validation/reporting actions in a single operation. |
Bulk validation and reporting actions possible (batch support). | |
Accessibility Compliance Meets key accessibility standards for differently abled users. |
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Mobile Access Available interface optimized for mobile/tablet. |
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Multi-Language Support Interface and documentation available in multiple languages. |
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Help and Documentation Integration Contextual help, FAQ, and tutorials embedded in the UI. |
In-product help and workflow documentation referenced. | |
Training Mode Provides guided training environments for new users. |
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Concurrent Model Validations Number of models that can be validated simultaneously. |
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Validation Throughput Number of full validation runs completed per hour. |
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Response Time Average time for interactive model validation tasks. |
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Scalability to Large Data Sets Software performance with growing model and data sizes (e.g., stress-tested at +TB scale). |
Explicit reference to handling of large, institutional model/data environments. | |
Cluster/Distributed Computing Support Ability to distribute validation workload across multiple nodes or clouds. |
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Parallel Processing Capability Runs multiple validation steps in parallel for speedup. |
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High Availability Supports automated failover and uptime above industry standard. |
High business continuity and system resilience (high availability) described. | |
Resource Elasticity Dynamically allocates compute resources for peak demand. |
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Maximum Model Size Supported Handles large model files or systems up to specified limit. |
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Concurrent User Sessions Max number of simultaneous active users supported. |
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Model Inventory Management Maintains centralized register of all models in use or review. |
Centralized model inventory is a core claim of the QRM offering. | |
Approval Workflow Automation Automates routing of models for validation, sign-off, and periodic review. |
Automated workflow for model review and sign-off referenced. | |
Roles and Responsibilities Matrix Links approval/review steps to responsible individuals or jobs. |
Role responsibility mapping and audit trails are standard in workflow documentation. | |
Documentation Linkage Connects validation tests with supporting documentation and model rationale. |
Validation, documentation, and evidence are tightly linked by design. | |
Model Lifecycle Tracking Tracks model development, deployment, validation, review, and retirement. |
Model lifecycle management referenced as a distinct solution category. | |
Automated Reminders and Alerts Sends email or dashboard alerts for deadlines or required reviews. |
Automated reminders and dashboard alerts included as notification functions. | |
Compliant Record Retention Supports long-term storage of validation records per regulatory guidance. |
Compliant record retention featured in audit and regulatory compliance documentation. | |
Policy and Procedure Templates Includes templates for documenting model risk policies, processes, and validations. |
Policy/procedure templates and documentation referenced as standard market support. | |
Change Management Logs Automated tracking of changes to models, validation logic, and key inputs. |
Change logs and audit logs maintained as part of governance and workflow. | |
Evidence Attachment Capability Allows attachment of working papers, emails, screenshots to validation records. |
System supports attachment of evidence to validation records. |
24x7 Technical Support Support/helpdesk available round the clock. |
24x7 support referenced as available for enterprise clients. | |
Custom Development Services Vendor offers additional customization services or development upon request. |
Vendor offers custom service development on request. | |
Service Uptime Commitment Guaranteed system uptime per year. |
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Patch and Upgrade Frequency Number of software upgrades or patches released per year. |
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Onboarding and Training Programs Vendor provides comprehensive onboarding, training and certification programs. |
Onboarding, training, and certification documentation available. | |
Issue Resolution Time SLA Maximum guaranteed time to resolve high-severity issues. |
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Named Account Manager Dedicated account manager provided for ongoing support. |
Named account managers referenced for ongoing support in enterprise contracts. | |
User Community/Forums User forums or online communities for peer support and knowledge sharing. |
User communities/forums referenced for customer and peer support. | |
Multi-Region Support Centers Vendor has geographically distributed support/resources for local compliance. |
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API/Integration Support Services Vendor will assist with systems integration and bespoke API connections. |
Bespoke API integration and support are listed as vendor services. |
Transparent Pricing Clear, published pricing and billing with no hidden charges. |
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Modular Licensing License individual modules/features as needed. |
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Pay-as-You-Go Option Supports usage-based billing for smaller or irregular workloads. |
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Concurrent User Licenses Number of users who can access the system at once under license. |
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Enterprise Discounting Volume or enterprise-wide discounts available. |
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Contract Length Flexibility Can select short-term, annual, or multiyear contracts. |
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Free Trial Availability Availability of a software trial or pilot period before purchase. |
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Customization Cost Transparency Clear cost breakdowns for extra integrations/customization. |
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Upgrade/Maintenance Included Upgrades and regular maintenance costs included in license fee. |
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Nonprofit/Government Pricing Special pricing available for nonprofit or public-sector pension funds. |
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AI/ML Model Validation Validates machine learning/AI-driven models, including explainability/robustness checks. |
Machine learning/AI model validation and explainability referenced among advanced functions. | |
Explainable AI Tools Provides transparency features for black box models. |
Explainability tools included for AI/ML models. | |
Scenario Generator Integration Integrates with stochastic scenario generators for model testing. |
QRM integrates with stochastic scenario generators. | |
Open Standards Support Supports open-source data/model standards (e.g., ONNX, Predictive Model Markup Language). |
No information available | |
Continuous Integration (CI) Support Provides APIs/tools for CI pipelines and automated model risk management. |
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Support for Regulatory Change Management Includes workflows and alerting for evolving regulatory standards. |
Platform supports alerts and workflows for regulatory change as cited in compliance features. | |
Data Quality Monitoring Automated monitoring for input data quality and timeliness. |
Automated data quality/timeliness monitoring included in data controls. | |
Legacy Model Compatibility Can import and validate legacy models built on older systems. |
Legacy model/data import supported for institutional client base. | |
Sandbox/Experimentation Environment Dedicated safe environment for testing new models and validation logic. |
Sandbox environment referenced for model and validation testing. | |
Cloud-Native Architecture Engineered for microservices/cloud-native deployment models for future scalability. |
Cloud-native/microservices referenced for SaaS deployment scalability. |
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