Five Common Mistakes Made When Implementing a Trade and Risk Management System

Minneapolis, MN | April 25, 2024 | By: John Trefethen, Director and Co-Founder

Companies with sophisticated hedging programs will often implement a trading and risk management system to help with position management, compliance and regulatory reporting, risk monitoring and analysis, and trade execution. Five common mistakes companies make when implementing such a system include:

Insufficient Needs Assessment: Failing to conduct a thorough assessment of an organization’s needs and requirements can lead to selecting a system that doesn’t adequately address critical business processes or that lacks essential features.
Ignoring Integration Requirements: Trade and risk management systems often need to integrate with existing systems such as ERP systems, trading platforms, and data sources. Neglecting to consider integration requirements can result in compatibility issues, data silos, and inefficiencies.
Overlooking Vendor Due Diligence: Choosing a systems vendor without conducting proper due diligence can lead to selecting a vendor that lacks the necessary expertise, support capabilities, or financial stability.
Understanding Implementation Complexity: Underestimating the complexity of implementing a new system can lead to delays, cost overruns, and disruptions in business operations. Companies should carefully plan the implementation process, allocate sufficient resources, and engage with experienced implementation partners or consultants to ensure a smooth rollout.
Neglecting User Training and Adoption: Neglecting user training and adoption efforts can result in low system utilization, errors, and decrease efficiency. Companies should invest in comprehensive training programs, user support, and change management strategies to promote system adoption and maximize its benefits.