When selecting an Outsourced Chief Investment Officer (OCIO), your organization should look for a provider that aligns with your mission, purpose, and evolving needs. This will set you up for success.
WHEN RESEARCHING OPTIONS, BE AWARE OF PROVIDERS WHO:
- Incorporate restrictions (e.g., offer only proprietary products)
- Take a siloed investment view that does not consider your overall financial goals and obligations
- Offer solutions that are not institutional focused
FOR A COMPREHENSIVE SOLUTION, LOOK FOR A PROVIDER WHO:
Understands Your Mission and Purpose |
Shares Your Goals |
Offers More Than Just Asset Management |
• Listens to understand your values, mission, and purpose, and incorporates that knowledge into your investment program • Works to support your community through its own involvement • Offers solutions designed for institutional investors • Tailors your portfolio to meet the needs of your organization’s financial health, operating strategy, and investment strategy |
• Views your investment program holistically • Offers comprehensive analytics to support broader financial decisions reflective of the underlying investment decisions' impact • Optimizes your asset allocation to balance your return needs and acceptable level of volatility now and as your organization evolves |
• Develops and enhances technology based on clients’ wants and needs • Provides regular, proactive thought leadership relevant to your industry and investment goals • Frees your time and resources through streamlined delivery and safekeeping of your plan assets with custody solutions • Shares industry experience and resources through specialized teams |