Though often overlooked, a critical step in the investment process
is the ongoing review and supervision of investment managers. ERISA and the Third
Restatement actually requires such in-depth monitoring. These mandated procedures
have practical applications to all institutional investors.
At R-Tech , we employ state-of-the-art performance monitoring systems to furnish
detailed and thorough reports. These reports encompass two primary themes, performance
evaluation and performance measurement.
Performance evaluation incorporates a top-down analysis of the factors that contribute
to the returns of a portfolio. For example, one can review such varied items as
a manager's asset and style allocation, market capitalization, credit quality and
regional weightings.
Armed with this knowledge, our clients can then proceed to measure the performance
of their portfolios in a well-informed manner. Not only can the returns be reviewed
against appropriate benchmarks, but also employ the necessary tools to measure the
risks taken to achieve those returns.
Casually looking at performance is inadequate, to say the least. In an age where
very large sums are at stake, fiduciaries and other institutional investors need
to thoroughly monitor their portfolios. At R-Tech , we have the tools and expertise
to make that possible.