2011 Outlook: Re-Establishing Momentum

The 2011 budget season is wrapping up and while spending levels for technology and operations initiatives in the investment management industry aren’t likely to approach those of 2006-2008, there are signs that the industry’s tone has changed from trepidation and stagnation to one of optimism and progress.  This edition of Citisoft Industry Perspectives examines the themes and business drivers shaping our industry in its quest to return to vitality in 2011. This optimism and our perspectives have been formed as a result of recent consulting engagements and research conducted on behalf of leading asset management firms, service and technology providers.