Award-Winning Managers Continue to Join SMArtX Platform
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., October 6th, 2021 — SMArtX Advisory Solutions (“SMArtX”), a leading innovator in unified managed accounts (UMA) technology and architect of the SMArtX turnkey asset management platform (‘TAMP’), today announced the expansion of its platform with 23 new strategies. The total number of strategies available in October is over 900.
There are nine new firms offering investment strategies through the SMArtX platform. Coming onboard with several model delivery strategies are Ark Investment Management, Cambiar Investors, O’Shaughnessy Asset Management, Palouse Capital Management, and Sheets Smith Investment Management. Joining them are several manager-traded separate account strategies coming from Aristotle Credit Partners, Belle Haven Investments, Measured Risk Portfolios, and Western Asset Management. Existing platform firms added model delivery strategies as well, including internationally focused and large cap core models from The Ithaka Group, The London Company, and WCM Investment Management.
The complete list of new strategies incudes:
Aristotle Credit Partners
Ark Investment Management
Belle Haven Investments
Cambiar Investors
Measured Risk Portfolios
O’Shaughnessy Asset Management
Palouse Capital Management
Sheets Smith Investment Management
The Ithaka Group
The London Company
WCM Investment Management
Western Asset Management
The new strategies are all available on the award-winning, cloud-based SMArtX TAMP, which consolidates modern tools with innovative functionality to streamline the investment workflow of registered investment advisors and broker-dealers across the industry.
“SMArtX continues to attract many of the industry’s largest and well-known firms to feature on its managed accounts platform,” said Evan Rapoport, CEO of SMArtX Advisory Solutions. “The addition of these investment firms is indicative of where are today and, more importantly, what we see coming down the pike in the near future.”
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.
“Offering manager-traded and model delivery strategies through our unified managed account platform provides a centralized solution for our clients to administer their entire investment workflow,” said Jonathan Pincus, President & COO of SMArtX. “The SMArtX platform, with its API-first, cloud-native technology continues to support some of the advisory industry’s largest firms as they continue to replace their existing managed accounts technology with SMArtX’s tailored solutions.”
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 wider selection of investment product 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.
The introduction of 23 new investment strategies on the SMArtX platform represents a significant enhancement for financial advisors and asset managers looking to diversify their offerings. These strategies have been carefully curated to meet the evolving needs of the market and provide innovative solutions for clients.
Among the new strategies are those from renowned firms such as Ark Investment Management and O’Shaughnessy Asset Management. Each strategy is designed to leverage unique market opportunities, allowing advisors to tailor their investment approaches effectively and meet specific client objectives.
The newly added investment strategies on the SMArtX platform are designed to streamline investment operations for financial advisors. By integrating these strategies, advisors can enhance their portfolio management capabilities and offer more comprehensive solutions to their clients.
These strategies not only provide access to diverse asset classes but also incorporate advanced risk management techniques. This enables advisors to better align their investment choices with client risk profiles, ultimately leading to improved client satisfaction and retention.
SMArtX Advisory Solutions utilizes an API-first, cloud-native technology that is at the core of its turnkey asset management platform. This technology allows for seamless integration of the new investment strategies, ensuring that financial advisors have access to cutting-edge tools and resources.
The modular, micro-services architecture of the platform enables customization and scalability, catering to the unique needs of each client. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for large enterprises and RIA platforms looking to implement tailored solutions that drive operational efficiency.
The expansion of SMArtX’s platform with new investment strategies signifies a forward-looking approach to unified managed accounts (UMA) technology. As the financial landscape continues to evolve, SMArtX is committed to staying ahead of industry trends and meeting the changing demands of asset managers and financial advisors.
With a focus on innovation, SMArtX aims to enhance its offerings further, potentially introducing more strategies and features that leverage emerging technologies. This commitment not only positions SMArtX as a leader in the industry but also ensures that clients are equipped with the best tools to succeed in a competitive market.