Big data has designs on retirement
Northern Trust’s Sabrina Bailey says data analysis can help super funds understand members, leading to better products and services.
TelstraSuper invests in digital engagement
TelstraSuper chief Chris Davies says cementing the fund’s presence as a leader in the digital experience will be a focus in 2018.
Slower property growth puts premium on quality tenants
Yields and population declines are among current concerns for property investors but the real focus is occupants who can pay higher rents.
Open data to inform competition in super
A revolution in how information is accessed means an opportunity for funds in the vanguard to get an edge, QMV’s Jonathan Steffanoni writes.
Asset owners need more urgency on tech
Stanford’s Ashby Monk says investors need innovation networks now, because the AI revolution is real and imminent.
Sunsuper CIO Ian Patrick: Trust the process
The CIO of the Year Award finalist discusses relying on the investment team’s abilities and standards when readying for a potential crisis.
FEAL Fund Executives Forum to put connections in play
A look at how a top AFL club is communicating with members is just one way stakeholder engagement will be explored at the 2018 event.
Three do battle for Conexus Small Fund of the Year
BUSSQ Building, Kinetic and Bendigo SmartStart are finalists for the Conexus Financial Superannuation Awards, to be announced on March 8.
ACSA says funds can get more out of their data
Peak body says super funds should ask their custodians for ideas that meet their needs before spending big on technology projects.
Good communication breeds successful culture in mergers
Sunsuper’s head of people, projects and performance, Jason Sommers, shares lessons from implementing five mergers in four years.
Super funds compete for honour after investing in advice
A mix of retail, public-sector and industry funds have made the Best Advice shortlist in the 2018 Conexus Financial Superannuation Awards.
Local super funds’ infrastructure pursuits a model for Asia
The APEC 2017 gathering underscored the need for long-term infrastructure investment in the region. Australia’s example shows a way forward.
