Operational Reviews

An Operational Review is a fiduciary audit - a "CATScan" - of your fund's overall investment program, procedures and organizational structure. IFS evaluates any aspects of your fund that are of interest or concern, including:

  • Organizational structure and resources
  • Staff size, roles and compensation
  • Investment policy statement
  • Asset allocation
  • Investment performance
  • Risk management Internal controls
  • Cash management
  • Brokerage and trading practices
  • Manager structure and selection process
  • Trustee training and ongoing education
  • Custody arrangements

The Operational Review is an effective tool for scrutinizing current conditions and prescribing sound steps for fund improvement.

IFS has performed countless Operational Reviews for public and ERISA-covered funds across the country and abroad. Our comprehensive Operational Reviews help funds

  • Trim expenses
  • Reduce investment and fiduciary risk
  • Enhance returns
  • Educate and empower the Board
  • Improve governance and structure
  • Identify and install ‘best practices'