It's Time to Upgrade: Why MFDs Need Modern Mutual Fund Software
Mutual fund distributors (MFDs) have relied on Microsoft Excel for managing their business for years. However, the financial industry is evolving rapidly and Excel may no longer be sufficient. It's time for MFDs to consider upgrading to purpose-built mutual fund software. In this blog post, we will discuss the advantages of upgrading software and how it can improve efficiency. Excel Has Limitations While Excel is a versatile tool, it has some key limitations that make it challenging to manage an investment business. ● Complex data handling: Excel files can become unwieldy with large amounts of data and complex formulas. ● Sharing & collaboration: They are also not collaborative - only one person can work in a file at a time. ● Client relationship management: Excel was not designed for specialized financial or CRM functions that MFDs require. ● Data storage: Excel was not designed to be a rob...