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From Komfie Manalo, Opalesque Asia:

In this article, we will look into ways to address risks posed by the modern trading world. Part One, in which looked at the number of hedge funds that completed risk assessments can be accessed here.

Every hedge fund has varying risk concerns and tolerances depending on their goals, trading strategies and the methods they employ. Risk assessments give fund managers the means to better understand and manage the hurdles these risks pose.

In its study titled: "Managing Risk in a New World: Best Practices for Hedge Funds," international business solutions firm Advent Software and North American management consulting firm Beacon Consulting Group claim that the cornerstone of a workable risk management infrastructure is a robust and sophisticated technology architecture able to handle the complexities and speed of the modern trading world.

After surviving the tumultuous financial crisis, hedge funds also face more stringent due diligence expectations and looming regulatory and legislative action. These challenges also present an opportunity to showcase adequate control over investment and operational risks.

The survey identified several best practices IT frameworks for risk management that inc......................

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