AlternativeSoft

AlternativeSoft

4.8 out of 5 stars
AlternativeSoft MSCI

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AlternativeSoft:

About

AlternativeSoft is used by institutional investors investing in Mutual Funds, Hedge Funds & Private Market Funds. AlternativeSoft is the preferred choice for many of the globe's leading institutional investors investing in mutual funds, hedge funds and private equity funds. Best Risk Management Software Awards (Hedgeweek 2017, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023). Since its establishment in 2005, AlternativeSoft has streamlined the process of fund selection, portfolio management, reporting for funds, due diligence on hedge funds, powerBI reporting, on premise or cloud availability, financial trainings, for institutional investors. We offer a large solution for anything related to funds.
MSCI:

About

MSCI is a financial data, investment analytics, and risk management platform that helps institutional investors and financial organizations make informed investment decisions. The company provides global market indexes, portfolio analytics, risk modeling, sustainability research, and investment intelligence across public and private asset classes. Its analytical tools enable users to evaluate portfolio performance, measure investment exposures, assess market risks, and develop data-driven investment strategies. MSCI offers specialized solutions for equity and fixed income investing, private markets, real estate, wealth management, and climate risk analysis. AI-powered capabilities support portfolio research, scenario modeling, risk monitoring, and the analysis of complex financial datasets. The platform also provides interactive dashboards, customizable reporting, financial data feeds, and APIs that integrate investment intelligence.
AlternativeSoft:

Platforms Supported

Windows Supported
Mac Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
MSCI:

Platforms Supported

Windows Not Supported
Mac Not Supported
Linux Not Supported
Cloud Supported
On-Premises Not Supported
iPhone Not Supported
iPad Not Supported
Android Not Supported
Chromebook Not Supported
AlternativeSoft:

Audience

Institutional investors investing in Mutual Funds, Hedge Funds & Private Market Funds
MSCI:

Audience

Institutional investors, asset managers, hedge funds, pension funds, wealth management firms, financial advisors, banks, insurance companies, portfolio managers, investment analysts, risk management professionals, private equity firms, real estate investors, sustainability analysts, and financial institutions seeking investment analytics, market indexes, portfolio risk modeling, financial data, investment research, and enterprise portfolio management solutions
AlternativeSoft:

Support

Phone Support Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported
MSCI:

Support

Phone Support Not Supported
24/7 Live Support Not Supported
Online Supported
AlternativeSoft:

API

Offers API Supported
MSCI:

API

Offers API Supported
AlternativeSoft:

Screenshots and Videos

MSCI:

Screenshots and Videos

No images available
AlternativeSoft:

Pricing

Module based:

Modules include:
Data Universe
Fund Selection
Portfolio Construction
Private Markets
Hedge Funds Due Diligence
Reporting PowerBI
Free Version Not Supported
Free Trial Supported
MSCI:

Pricing

No information available.
Free Version Supported
Free Trial Not Supported
AlternativeSoft:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 4.8 / 5
ease 4.6 / 5
features 4.8 / 5
design 3.8 / 5
support 4.6 / 5
MSCI:

Reviews/Ratings

Overall 0.0 / 5
ease 0.0 / 5
features 0.0 / 5
design 0.0 / 5
support 0.0 / 5

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AlternativeSoft:

Pros & Cons from Real Users

Pros

  • The product has plenty of external databases you can link it to and update periodically which gives you access to a wide variety of funds and information. Also a great tool for keeping up with current and prospective funds, and great for using to pulls stats and metrics into excel.
  • Locally installed application makes it very responsive. The software is intuitive and easy to learn and use. Provides an Excel plugin and an API to retrieve data. Provides several ways to import and manage data from internal and external sources. Highly reliable and accurate.
  • Enhanced Functionality: The alternative tool offers a wider range of features that cater to diverse user needs, providing a more comprehensive solution compared to other tools. This includes advanced analytics, customization options, and integration with other essential software.
  • AlternativeSoft is an outstanding investment management software that has significantly streamlined our portfolio management processes. Its intuitive interface and robust analytics tools have enabled us to make more informed investment decisions. The software's customizable reporting features are exceptional, providing us with detailed insights tailored to our specific needs. Additionally, the customer support team is highly responsive and knowledgeable, ensuring that any issues are promptly addressed. Overall, AlternativeSoft has proven to be a reliable and powerful tool, greatly enhancing our efficiency and effectiveness in managing investments. We highly recommend it to any financial institution looking to optimize their investment strategies.
  • Ability to be granular and customize assumptions. Ability to go fund by fund and adjust projected returns and have it recalibrate.

Cons

  • Can get a bit disorganized if you do not stay on top of updating funds, end up with a bunch of dead / old assets in the system.
  • The design and color scheme can use a refresh.
  • Integration Challenges: The alternative tool may pose integration challenges with existing systems and workflows. This could require additional time and resources to ensure compatibility and seamless operation, potentially causing temporary disruptions during the transition period.
  • While AlternativeSoft offers robust features and excellent analytics, the initial setup process can be complex and time-consuming. Additionally, some advanced functionalities could benefit from more detailed documentation. Enhancing the user interface for greater intuitiveness would also improve the overall user experience. Despite these areas for improvement, it's still a valuable tool.
  • No connectivity with data platforms (ex Addepar) making a manual upload process which can be finicky.
AlternativeSoft:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Supported
MSCI:

Training

Documentation Supported
Webinars Not Supported
Live Online Not Supported
In Person Not Supported
AlternativeSoft:

Company Information

AlternativeSoft
Founded: 2005
Switzerland, UK, USA
www.alternativesoft.com/index.html
MSCI:

Company Information

MSCI
Founded: 1998
United States
www.msci.com
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AlternativeSoft:

Categories

MSCI:

Categories

AlternativeSoft:

Financial Risk Management Features

Compliance Management Supported
Credit Risk Management Not Supported
For Hedge Funds Supported
Liquidity Analysis Supported
Loan Portfolio Management Not Supported
Market Risk Management Supported
Operational Risk Management Supported
Portfolio Management Supported
Portfolio Modeling Supported
Risk Analytics Benchmarks Supported
Stress Tests Supported
Value At Risk Calculation Supported

Hedge Fund Features

Compliance Management Supported
Contact Management Not Supported
Investor Accounting Supported
Investor Reporting Supported
P&L Calculation Supported
Partnership Accounting Not Supported
Performance Analysis Supported
Portfolio Analysis Supported
Portfolio Management Supported

Investment Management Features

Accounting Management Not Supported
Benchmarking Supported
Bonds / Stocks Not Supported
Client Management Supported
Commodities Supported
Compliance Reporting Supported
Data Import / Export Supported
For Investment Advisors Supported
For Investors & Traders Supported
Fund Management Supported
Modeling & Simulation Supported
Payroll & Commissions Not Supported
Performance Metrics Supported
Portfolio Management Supported
Risk Management Supported
AlternativeSoft:

Integrations

Backstop Supported
BarraOne Not Supported
Bloomberg Supported
ChatGPT Not Supported
Claude Not Supported
First Street Not Supported
Gemini Not Supported
MSCI Real Estate Enterprise Analytics Not Supported
MSCI Wealth Manager Not Supported
Microsoft Copilot Not Supported
Microsoft Excel Supported
Microsoft Power BI Supported
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Not Supported
Morningstar Supported
PitchBook Supported
Preqin Supported
Total Plan Manager Not Supported
MSCI:

Integrations

Backstop Not Supported
BarraOne Supported
Bloomberg Not Supported
ChatGPT Supported
Claude Supported
First Street Supported
Gemini Supported
MSCI Real Estate Enterprise Analytics Supported
MSCI Wealth Manager Supported
Microsoft Copilot Supported
Microsoft Excel Not Supported
Microsoft Power BI Not Supported
Model Context Protocol (MCP) Supported
Morningstar Not Supported
PitchBook Not Supported
Preqin Not Supported
Total Plan Manager Supported
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