Podcast

The Efficiency Dilemma: Why Asset Management Operations Must Evolve

The findings from AutoRek’s recent industry survey offer valuable insights into the current challenges and inefficiencies facing asset management operations.

In this podcast AutoRek’s own Jack Niven and John Scappaticci provide expert analysis and firsthand insights into the trends driving the shift toward automation. They discuss how firms can overcome the inertia of outdated processes and adopt next-generation solutions that not only enhance efficiency and reduce errors but also future-proof their operations.

Key Discussion Points:

  • Survey Findings: Industry-wide pain points in reconciliation and the urgent need for transformation.
  • Why Legacy Systems Persist: Cultural resistance, historical underinvestment in back-office functions, and the hidden costs of manual processes.
  • The Role of Automation: How AI, DLT, and cloud technology are reshaping reconciliation and exception management.
  • Regulatory & Market Pressures: How shifts like T+1 settlement and digital asset trading are accelerating the need for modernization.
  • Business Case for Change: Practical steps for operations leaders to build a compelling case for upgrading reconciliation technology.

Whether you’re a COO, CTO, or an operations professional grappling with daily reconciliation headaches, this episode offers valuable insights into how technology can help streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve operational resilience.