The Technology You Should Stop Dragging Into Another Year
Your parents did something a certain way. You asked why once. “Because that’s how it’s done,” they said. Twenty years later, you’re doing the same thing. You’re still not sure […]
Don’t Let Security Habits Check Out for the Holidays
Cybersecurity habits slip over the holidays. Your advisors and operations staff haven’t stopped caring about protecting client data. They’re just working differently in December, and so is everyone else at […]
The IT Budget Mistakes You Won’t Notice Until the Bill Arrives
It’s easy to feel confident about your firm’s IT budget in January. Everything is organized and approved, and you have a clear picture of what the next 12 months of […]
When Everything Feels Like a Priority, How Do You Build an IT Budget?
If your roof is leaking and your kitchen is showing its age, both may need work. But only one of them is going to ruin your week. Your firm’s IT […]
The Spooky Side of AI: Is Your Firm Prepared?
If you look at any suburb this Halloween, you’ll see countless monsters roaming the streets. Vampires, creatures, and ghouls all “wreaking havoc” (going to parties and trick-or-treating). The real monsters, […]
Think Cybersecurity Is Just IT’s Job? Think Again
It’s 4:17 on a Friday afternoon. An employee receives an email that appears to be from the firm’s principal: “Can you send me the updated wire instructions before you leave?” […]
Cybersecurity Myth Busters: 6 Things RIAs Still Get Wrong
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and it’s a good time to take stock of what you actually know versus what you think you know when it comes to cybersecurity. Not […]
What Cybersecurity Documentation Should Every Registered Investment Advisor Have?
Estimated Reading Time: 11–13 Minutes Quick Answer Every Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) should maintain a documented cybersecurity program—not just technical safeguards. While each firm’s needs vary, most RIAs should have […]
How Much Does Managed IT Cost for an RIA? A 2026 Pricing Guide for Registered Investment Advisors
Estimated Reading Time: 10–12 Minutes Quick Answer Managed IT services for most Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) typically cost between $150 and $279 per user per month, depending on the firm’s […]
10 Cybersecurity Mistakes That Can Create SEC Examination Findings for RIAs (And How to Avoid Them)
Estimated Reading Time: 10–12 Minutes Quick Answer Many cybersecurity deficiencies identified during SEC examinations are preventable. In our experience working with Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs), the most common issues aren’t […]
