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Worth knowing from three decades of reporting.

Articles and white papers on investment reporting, ESG and digitalisation, the reviews of twenty years of «Trends in Client Reporting», and insights into the team.

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We now develop only with AI. How our Smithy works

At bmpi, AI agents now write the code. To make sure the result holds, we built a process of our own: the Smithy. Four phases, fixed checks and a shared memory.

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Developing software with AI: our evening of 27 August 2026

Some 30 friends of bmpi interested in developing software with AI came together on 27 August for two talks and drinks. A look back.

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Strengthening the Sustainable Financial Sector through the Implementation of New Self-Regulations

Since September 1, 2024, new self-regulations have been in effect in Switzerland aimed at making the financial sector more sustainable. Banks and asset managers must now align at …

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Challenges with the ASIP ESG Reporting Standard

Der ASIP ESG Reporting Standard wurde entwickelt, um institutionellen Investoren eine klare und transparente Berichterstattung über ihre ESG-Leistungen (Environmental, Social …

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Die ASIP ESG-Reporting-Empfehlung: Transparenz und Nachhaltigkeit in der Schweizer Vorsorge

Der ESG-Reporting-Standard ASIP gewinnt in der Schweizer Nachhaltigkeitslandschaft zunehmend an Bedeutung und sein Einfluss auf die Anlagestrategien von Pensionskassen ist spürbar. …

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ESG Investment Reporting Survey

A recent survey undertaken by PwC Switzerland and bmpi indicates that investors have a need for standardization and regulation of ESG investing reporting. However, institutional …

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ESG reporting for asset managers and asset owners

In a previous blog article on Sustainability in Finance – ESG and Co. we addressed terms such as Environment, Social and Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) …

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Digitalization of Asset Management

In December 2021, Credit Suisse Asset Management (CSAM) provided insights into its digital transformation since 2017 in Scope magazine, published in conjunction with …

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What is the difference between Client Reporting and Investment Reporting?

Ever wondered about the nuances between client reporting and investment reporting? Dive into the distinctions: Client reporting involves recurrent financial communications directed …

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Client Reporting Survey 2020

bmpi conducted the Client Reporting Survey 2020. The focus was on the topics Flexibility and Online Features. We are pleased to share the results.

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Sustainability in finance – ESG and Co.

What do ESG, SRI and impact investing stand for? The term ESG is the abbreviation for Environment, Social and Governance. ESG is a framework for examining corporate activity in …

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The case for an Investment Calculations Layer

What are investment calculations? Financial investors need to know many facts about the investment portfolio. Facts are the basis for their decision-making. Important facts are …

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The purpose of investment reporting – from the perspective of the bank, the advisor or the asset management

When designing new reporting tools, the focus often lies on adjusting the current version. In this article we take a step back and address more fundamental questions: Why does a …

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White papers

White papers

The use of workflow applications in investment reporting

The landscape of investment reporting is undergoing a transformative shift with the integration of workflow applications. As diverse departments collaborate to validate data …

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Guidance to Effective Investment Reporting (EIR)

These guidelines are based on the Principles for Investment Reporting and formulate recommendations for effective investment reporting.

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Principles for Investment Reporting

The Principles of Investment Reporting were developed and published by the CFA Institute in 2014. They facilitate the dialogue between the creator and the consumer of the …

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Clarity on reporting systems: The Essential Model

This white paper aims to describe the basic essence of a reporting system in the form of an essential model. The model serves to clarify the central aspects of such systems and …

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Systematic design of investment reports

This white paper is designed to help product managers and business analysts redesign investment reports. It highlights the importance of clearly defining goals and statements and …

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Behavioural Finance in the Investment Report

This white paper presents approaches on how aspects of behavioural finance can be integrated into investment reporting. It shows how client behaviour and preferences can directly …

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Structured products in the investment report

Investment reporting faces a particular challenge with structured products (Struki), as these often have complex constructions and non-transparent costs. The focus is on the …

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Optimisation of investment reporting for Swiss pension funds

Investment reporting by Swiss pension funds has already reached a high level. However, a recent benchmark study raises the question of whether the existing reports meet the …

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From the team

From the team

Great times in Warsaw

Company Trip to Warsaw: In the Footsteps of Chopin, Pierogi, and Communism. On Friday, June 13, 2025, we set off from Zurich to Warsaw with great anticipation. What awaited us was …

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From the team

With Appian expertise to optimised business application

What challenges does an Appian Developer solve in the financial industry? What is the added value for the client? What are the recommendations for working with Appian? Sofie Prem …

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From the team

As a software engineer, I have the opportunity to get involved, make a big difference and see immediate successes.

David Eschbach, software engineer at bmpi, on starting a career after graduation, why working as a software developer is exciting and how the work-life balance succeeds.

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From the team

Transparency in the company, a model for success?

How much do my work colleagues earn? What does transparency mean for communication? Is transparency avant-garde? Oliver Gloor, CEO of bmpi AG, provides the answers.

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From the team

Costantino Sertorio gives insight into his work as Senior Consultant

Costantino Sertorio has been working as a senior consultant at bmpi AG for 16 years. In this interview, he tells us what his tasks are, why communication skills are a must, and why …

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From the team

Interview on the 25th anniversary with CEO Oliver Gloor

Oliver Gloor has been working at bmpi AG for 23 years. He has been CEO for twelve years. In the interview, he reveals what he values, how he experienced the financial crisis and …

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From the team

25th anniversary: bmpi AG celebrated with customers

A special celebration at the Chicago 1928: bmpi AG celebrated its 25th anniversary with customers on June 23, 2022.

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