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Tech review: 7IM
This week Mark Loosmore of AT8 Group looks at the evolution of 7IM's platform, which uses an open architecture approach to provide greater independence.
Time to aim for the cloud
Nick Eatock, chief executive officer of IntelliFlo, examines the development of cloud-based applications.
Tech review: Transact
This week Mark Loosmore of AT8 Group goes to Transact, the largest and oldest of the pure wrap platforms
Service is the name of the game
Nick Eatock, chief executive of IntelliFlo, explains the basics of the company's software solution, Intelligent Office.
Ringing out those technology myths
Nick Eatock, chief executive of IntelliFlo, explains why advisers need to overcome their fears of technology.
Tech Review: Novia
This week Mark Loosmore of AT8 Group discovers the secrets behind wrap newcomer Novia.
Blog: 1st - The Exchange on the acquisition trail again
M&A amongst the tech suppliers to IFAs shows no sign of slowing down, with 1st Exchange & N4 today announcing it has acquired website provider Screen Business Limited.
Blog: What does Financial Express's latest buy mean for IFAs?
One piece of M&A activity which has been missed by many is Financial Express's acquisition of the eValue team from Towers Watson.
How to dazzle new clients with your website
Catherine McEwing, head of individual software (Europe) at Morningstar, on how to make your website a shop window for your firm.
Tech Review: Nucleus
Mark Loosmore of AT8 continues his platform rounds with a visit to Nucleus Financial Group, where he finds a firm that prides itself on user involvement.
Tech review: Skandia Investment Solutions
AT8's Mark Loosmore takes a closer look at Skandia's wrap proposition.
Having a ball with technology
Morningstar's Anastasia Georgiou explains how technology can help you run a more efficient business in the lead up to RDR.
Extra 1,000 SimplyBiz IFAs sign up to Distribution Tech
IFA support services provider SimplyBiz has extended a licence agreement with front-office tech supplier Distribution Technology (DT).
Tech Review: Ascentric
Mark Loosmore of AT8 starts the New Year with a review of Ascentric.
Technology viewpoint: New Year's Resolutions
Nick Eatock, chief executive officer of IntelliFlo, looks at how advisers can manage their workload more effectively in 2011
Tech Review: Hargreaves Lansdown
Mark Loosmore of AT8 asks if the Hargreaves Lansdown platform has an ‘advantage' over others?
Tech Review: Parmenion
Mark Loosmore of AT8 finds a firm with a different approach to the platform market.
Getting value for money on technology
Paul Pettitt, managing director of Origo, says investing in technology is critical to survival in the market.
Tech Review: Raymond James
Mark Loosmore of AT8 takes a look at Raymond James, a niche and focused platform for the discretionary fund manager market.
Technology lends a helping hand to consolidation
Andy Watts, intermediary director at 1st - Exchange, looks at the part technology is playing for adviser firms wanting to differentiate their business in the run-up to RDR.
Tech Review: Cofunds
AT8's Mark Loosmore kicks off a series on platforms with a look at Cofunds.
Tomorrow's world may be your saviour
IFA Life's Philip Calvert explains why IFAs should embrace the internet.
Tech Review: Does practice make perfect?
Mark Loosmore gives a round-up of the results of AT8's practice management systems market review, as vendors vie for a slice of the pre-RDR pie
How to attract new business using Google
With an increasing number of internet savvy consumers on the look-out for financial advice, Maria Merricks investigates the ways IFAs can make their web presence visible