Still using Office2010 and old legacy document creation solutions? See how Novaplex can help you

Microsoft Office 10 is still in use in organisations and also on many home PCs.  The deadline, which is fast approaching is 13 October 2020.  It is strongly advised that you upgrade as Microsoft will no longer provide security updates and support for this version of the software and therefore individuals and Organisations are at […]

Apiax’s seven steps towards compliant investment advice in the digital age

Over the past decade, financial service providers have had to keep up with a rapidly expanding regulatory environment.  The current situation exposes financial institutions to fines, penalties and reputational damages. It also weighs on their ability to deliver services efficiently and expand their business activities quickly. In this whitepaper, we focus on compliant investment advice. […]

Four best practices to solve the compliance challenges of robo advisors and digital wealth management solutions, by Apiax

In this whitepaper, we show the urgent need for wealth managers to work with machine-readable regulations.We argue that machine-readable regulations are an integral part of digital wealth management solutions and that they are becoming increasingly important. We propose that digital regulations allow wealth managers not only to give compliant investment advice, but also to expand […]

Apiax: Three steps to turning compliance into a business enabler in fund distribution

In asset management, exploring investment opportunities beyond the regional borders has become as natural as capitalising on those within them. As financial institutions seek out new growth opportunities, both institutional and retail investors look to allocate assets where safe and possible to benefit from the potential of market opportunities. The global nature of fund distribution […]

Interview with Rob Cohen – Head of support and development at Enable

There is no doubt that at the start of this year, none of us were aware of the COVID-19 crisis that was just around the corner and how this would ultimately impact on us, both professionally and personally. The legal industry was no different, law firms had to swiftly respond to the lockdown restrictions imposed […]

Apiax: Wealth Management: Cross-border framework

In today’s global financial landscape, managing wealth on a cross-border basis has become industry standard. Whether looking to reach an international and mobile client base or to offer competitive investment services, opportunities often emerge beyond the local territory. As with every silver lining there comes a drawback. In the aftermath of the financial crisis, the […]

Apiax: Data transfer restrictions

In the digital and ever-connected business environment, the exchange of personally identifiable information (PII) happens everywhere. Management of this data can easily be subject to risk. Regulatory ambiguity and inconsistent data protection practices are one aspect, while the international context adds an additional layer of complexity. Given the broad scope of application, many organisations struggle […]

Apiax: Compliant and suitable investment recommendations

Today’s wealth management industry is marked by tough competition, growing customer demands and constant regulatory scrutiny. To position well in the market, firms need to deliver superior investment advice, including personalisation and compliance with global regulations. Although vital to investors, incorporating compliance and suitability standards into the investment advisory process can be challenging due to […]

The BCPcast – Episode 2: Business continuity or resilience

There’s been a shift in recent years away from “Business Continuity” to the more holistic “Resilience”. Is it just renaming and rebranding the same job or something more significant? Listen & subscribe Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-bcpcast/id1113990524?mt=2 Stitcherhttps://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-bcpcast Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/21EKsL1AhRiJP7ocToCMtR   Websitehttps://www.thebcpcast.com/

LEAP: Is the stamp duty holiday leading to a “gold rush” for conveyancers?

Today’s conveyancing market is experiencing unprecedented times. Lockdown, Brexit, seasonal holidays and the current cut in stamp duty are factors having a major impact, both positively and negatively, on the profession. Following the catastrophic stall in house sales caused by the pandemic, the last couple of months have been amongst the busiest for ten years. […]