1、ANALYSISANALYSISA TRENDS REPORTThe Future of ASSET MANAGEMENT CONTENTS Methodology 501 DATA AND TECHNOLOGY 6 Data Still Dominates02 PRODUCT AND ASSET ALLOCATION 13 Multi-Dimensional Strategy03 OUTSOURCING 16TheRiseofFrontandMiddleOfficeOutsourcing04 DISTRIBUTION 21DirecttoConsumer:ManagersLong-TermG

2、oalExecutiveSummary33The Future of Asset ManagementFor asset owners and managers alike,ongoing digital transformation,revenuepressuresandacomplexmacroandgeopoliticalpicturehaveforcedreappraisalsofboththeirstrategies and their operating modelstofindnewefficiencies,explore new partnerships,and strikea

3、delicatebalance:betweenmaintaining resiliency in the face of change,and driving innovation at scale to capitalize on opportunity.EXECUTIVE SUMMARYBNY Mellons The Future of Asset Management:A Trends Report represents a deep dive into the sea of evolving concerns and goals most top-of-mind for over 20

4、0 of todays industry leaders.Not surprisingly,resiliency and scalability sit atop the list as guiding stars for both asset managers and owners.To find success with these twin priorities,an increasing reliance on service partners and outsourcing is a noted ongoing change to traditional operating mode

5、ls.Digital transformation remains a clear imperative,with clear benefits:Streamlined trading.Unified data.Seamless integration of acquisitions.Enhanced client experiences.Support for remote work.But building out these capabilities takes time,and comes at a price.The solution?Across front,middle and

6、back office functions,asset managers and owners are looking outside their own walls for the support and capabilities they need,at a manageable cost:tapping fintech disruptors for their innovations and expertise,outsourcing data activities and reporting,and fostering deeper strategic alignment with e