Bernardi Asset Management, RiskBridge Advisors, and Uniplan Investment Counsel join the SMArtX Platform.
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., December 6, 2023 — SMArtX Advisory Solutions (“SMArtX”), a leading innovator in unified managed accounts (UMA) technology, announced it has added 19 strategies offered by six leading asset management firms to its platform. Bernardi Asset Management, RiskBridge Advisors, and Uniplan Investment Counsel have joined the SMArtX platform and are now offering municipal, equity, and tax-advantaged strategies. The platform currently features 1319 strategies from over 300 asset management firms.
Several existing firms, including Great Lakes Advisors, J.P. Morgan Asset Management, and WBI Investments, added eight strategies to the platform. These strategies encompass a wide range of portfolios across equity, large cap, and growth themes.
The full list of new strategies includes:
Jonathan Pincus, CEO of SMArtX Advisory Solutions said,
“SMArtX excels at bringing award-winning solutions to our platform offerings. We are dedicated to continuing to expand our manager marketplace with respected firms that address the evolving needs of our clients, as well as evolving our best-in-class distribution platform to help managers accelerate growth and improve access to their strategies.”
SMArtX’s continued growth is driven by two main applications of its technology: the off-the-shelf TAMP offering, which is built using SMArtX Advisory Solutions’ proprietary UMA technology, and the ability to further deploy that tailored UMA technology through APIs to meet the mandates of large enterprises, RIA platforms, and hybrid broker-dealers.
SMArtX Advisory Solutions is an award-winning managed accounts technology provider and manages SMArtX, a turnkey asset management platform (‘TAMP’). SMArtX’s API-first, cloud-native technology operates within a modular, micro-services architecture, providing clients a tailored solution catered to their unique specifications. SMArtX is available as an off-the-shelf TAMP for advisors seeking a wider selection of investment products and ease of use, while automating the investment processes and simplifying the everyday tasks of managing client accounts. SMArtX also licenses its proprietary technology to enterprise firms looking to create, customize, or upgrade their existing managed accounts technology as a standalone or fully integrated solution. SMArtX is the managed account technology and TAMP platform of choice for multiple RIAs, broker-dealers, and asset managers. Learn more at www.smartxadvisory.com.
The recent addition of 19 new investment strategies to the SMArtX platform reflects the company's commitment to providing diverse and innovative options for financial advisors and asset managers. These strategies span various asset classes, including equity, municipal, and tax-advantaged investments, catering to the evolving needs of clients.
With contributions from six leading asset management firms, including Bernardi Asset Management and J.P. Morgan Asset Management, the new strategies enhance the platform's offerings. For instance, the introduction of the MVP series from RiskBridge Advisors provides tailored options for different risk profiles, ensuring advisors can meet their clients' specific investment goals.
Utilizing the SMArtX platform provides financial advisors and asset managers with a streamlined approach to managing investments. The unified managed accounts (UMA) technology allows for efficient portfolio management, reducing administrative burdens while enhancing client service capabilities.
Moreover, the platform's integration of diverse strategies enables advisors to construct customized portfolios that align with their clients' financial objectives. The ability to access award-winning solutions and innovative strategies positions SMArtX as a valuable resource in the competitive financial advisory landscape.
SMArtX's collaboration with prominent asset management firms is instrumental in expanding its strategy offerings. By partnering with respected firms like Great Lakes Advisors and Uniplan Investment Counsel, SMArtX enhances its marketplace, providing advisors with access to high-quality investment solutions.
These partnerships not only diversify the range of strategies available but also ensure that the platform remains at the forefront of industry standards. This commitment to collaboration reflects SMArtX's dedication to meeting the evolving demands of financial advisors and their clients.
As SMArtX Advisory Solutions continues to grow, the company is focused on integrating new technologies and strategies into its platform. This commitment to innovation ensures that the platform remains responsive to market changes and client needs.
Future developments may include enhanced features for portfolio management, improved analytics tools, and expanded access to alternative investment strategies. By staying ahead of industry trends, SMArtX aims to empower advisors and asset managers with the tools they need to succeed in a dynamic financial landscape.