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Does Your Hedge Fund's Hardware Matter?
When performing operational due diligence, investors evaluating a hedge fund’s information
technology infrastructure have a tendency to focus intently on software applications. Software is
crucial to a fund manager's operations. Evaluating the ways in which software interacts with other
functions can provide critical insight into the
operational infrastructure of a fund. But what
about hardware? Isn't all hardware created
equal?

What kind of hardware are we talking about?

First of all, in evaluating a fund manager's
hardware it is important to clarify what exactly we
are talking about. Fund managers effectively
interact with hardware in one of two ways. The
first is that they purchase or lease hardware that
is under their control. We can classify this type of
hardware as internal hardware.

The second type of hardware is not owned by the
hedge fund but by a third-party, and is where a
fund manager's data is stored or passes through in the case of trading platforms. We can classify
this type of hardware as external hardware. One of the more recent examples of the ways in which
fund managers interact with external hardware is the increased use among fund managers of
colocation solutions, cloud computing and cloud based storage solutions. In these cases, managers
are often utilizing large third-party servers on which they have space allocated to them. It is
important for investors to understand the distinction between internal hardware and external
hardware in order to effectively evaluate a fund manager's hardware infrastructure.
Often times the equipment utilized in both internal hardware and external hardware situations is
similar. Common types of information technology hardware and peripherals, includes desktop
computers, routers and servers. In addition to this standard equipment, many fund managers may
also have additional hardware, which provides backup power generation capabilities, such as
generators or UPS devices.

It is worth noting that each of these types of equipment is a broad umbrella term, which
encompasses a wide variety of meanings. So for example, a fund manager could have several
different types of servers (i.e. - email/ Exchange server, SQL server, Blackberry sever etc.). It is
important for investors to understand the different types of equipment in each category so that they
can effectively evaluate the overall information technology function.

Investors should take stock of a manager's hardware inventory when reviewing the information
technology function during the operational due diligence process. With this inventory map in place,
investors will have a roadmap by which they can navigate and evaluate the hardware review process.
Do brand names matter?

After an investor has developed an understanding of the types of hardware utilized by a fund
manager, it is also important for investors to learn of the brand names of the manufacturers of such
hardware. Certain types of hardware are considered to be of higher quality than others. Additionally,
different types of hardware from different manufacturers may have different capabilities. By inquiring
not only as to the types of hardware in place, but also as to the brand names of the manufacturers of
such hardware (in conjunction with evaluating hardware capabilities), investors may be able to make
more fully informed decisions when evaluating the overall strength of the information technology
function.

How much is enough?

During the operational due diligence process investors will often take a tour of a fund manager's
information technology closet. This room is often loud (due to the buzzing of cooling fans), and cold
(so that the equipment does not overheat). When many investors walk into these rooms they often
see large columns of equipment in racks with numerous flashing lights and wires running between
them.

Many investors may not be able to distinguish between different types of hardware, because they
may not be aware of what these different pieces of hardware actually look like. Putting this aside,
investors seeking to evaluate the strength and scalability of a fund manager's information technology
function may also be unable to answer a more basic question - how much hardware is enough?

This question is perhaps most easily thought of in terms of data storage space. Consider the
following two fund managers: Fund Manager A is a small fund manager who has five employees and
has been in business for three years. Fund Manager B is a larger firm with 35 employees and has
been in business for eight years. Which Fund Manager is likely to need more data storage space?

The answer is obvious when such a stark comparison among organizations is in place. Although it is
clear that Fund Manager B would require more data storage space, the next logical question is - how
much is enough?

Consider a prospective investor who is considering making an allocation to Fund Manager A. During
the operational due diligence process, they take the tour of the aforementioned standard clean, cold
and loud server closet. To most investors, unfortunately, if everything looks and sounds good this is
where they stop their hardware due diligence.
Evaluating a fund's hardware infrastructure can provide valuable insights beyond just the specifics of
the
hardware. By asking more detailed questions during the operational due diligence process investors
can glean information as to how the firm approaches other operational issues, such as business
planning and scalability as well.

Returning to our question of how much storage space is enough - there is no definitive answer. Each
fund manager's situation will be different. However, investors should ask themselves if during the
due diligence process they are asking the fund manager questions such as:

      How do you evaluate how much storage space you need?
   How much space do you currently have?

      Have you taken measures to plan ahead so that the firm's storage architecture is scalable?


By digging deeper into the hardware evaluation process during operational due diligence on
information technology, investors will not only have a much more detailed picture of a fund
manager's overall information technology framework, but also a better understanding on how those
in charge organize their business.

Originally posted in the August 2012 edition of Corgentum Consulting's Operational Due Diligence
Insights.

For More       info@corgentum.com
Information    Corgentum.com | Blog | Twitter Feed
               Tel. 201-360-2430

About Corgentum Consulting:

Corgentum Consulting is a specialist consulting firm which performs operational due diligence
reviews of fund managers.

The firm works with investors including fund of funds, pensions, endowments, banks ultra-high net-
worth individuals, and family offices to conduct the industry's most comprehensive operational due
diligence reviews. Corgentum's work covers all fund strategies globally including hedge funds, private
equity, real estate funds, and traditional funds. The firm's sole focus on operational due diligence,
veteran experience, innovative original research and fundamental bottom up approach to due
diligence allows Corgentum to ensure that the firm's clients avoid unnecessary operational risks.




                                                                    ©2012 Corgentum Consulting, LLC

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Does Your Hedge Fund's Hardware Matter?

  • 1. Does Your Hedge Fund's Hardware Matter? When performing operational due diligence, investors evaluating a hedge fund’s information technology infrastructure have a tendency to focus intently on software applications. Software is crucial to a fund manager's operations. Evaluating the ways in which software interacts with other functions can provide critical insight into the operational infrastructure of a fund. But what about hardware? Isn't all hardware created equal? What kind of hardware are we talking about? First of all, in evaluating a fund manager's hardware it is important to clarify what exactly we are talking about. Fund managers effectively interact with hardware in one of two ways. The first is that they purchase or lease hardware that is under their control. We can classify this type of hardware as internal hardware. The second type of hardware is not owned by the hedge fund but by a third-party, and is where a fund manager's data is stored or passes through in the case of trading platforms. We can classify this type of hardware as external hardware. One of the more recent examples of the ways in which fund managers interact with external hardware is the increased use among fund managers of colocation solutions, cloud computing and cloud based storage solutions. In these cases, managers are often utilizing large third-party servers on which they have space allocated to them. It is important for investors to understand the distinction between internal hardware and external hardware in order to effectively evaluate a fund manager's hardware infrastructure. Often times the equipment utilized in both internal hardware and external hardware situations is similar. Common types of information technology hardware and peripherals, includes desktop computers, routers and servers. In addition to this standard equipment, many fund managers may also have additional hardware, which provides backup power generation capabilities, such as generators or UPS devices. It is worth noting that each of these types of equipment is a broad umbrella term, which encompasses a wide variety of meanings. So for example, a fund manager could have several different types of servers (i.e. - email/ Exchange server, SQL server, Blackberry sever etc.). It is important for investors to understand the different types of equipment in each category so that they can effectively evaluate the overall information technology function. Investors should take stock of a manager's hardware inventory when reviewing the information technology function during the operational due diligence process. With this inventory map in place, investors will have a roadmap by which they can navigate and evaluate the hardware review process.
  • 2. Do brand names matter? After an investor has developed an understanding of the types of hardware utilized by a fund manager, it is also important for investors to learn of the brand names of the manufacturers of such hardware. Certain types of hardware are considered to be of higher quality than others. Additionally, different types of hardware from different manufacturers may have different capabilities. By inquiring not only as to the types of hardware in place, but also as to the brand names of the manufacturers of such hardware (in conjunction with evaluating hardware capabilities), investors may be able to make more fully informed decisions when evaluating the overall strength of the information technology function. How much is enough? During the operational due diligence process investors will often take a tour of a fund manager's information technology closet. This room is often loud (due to the buzzing of cooling fans), and cold (so that the equipment does not overheat). When many investors walk into these rooms they often see large columns of equipment in racks with numerous flashing lights and wires running between them. Many investors may not be able to distinguish between different types of hardware, because they may not be aware of what these different pieces of hardware actually look like. Putting this aside, investors seeking to evaluate the strength and scalability of a fund manager's information technology function may also be unable to answer a more basic question - how much hardware is enough? This question is perhaps most easily thought of in terms of data storage space. Consider the following two fund managers: Fund Manager A is a small fund manager who has five employees and has been in business for three years. Fund Manager B is a larger firm with 35 employees and has been in business for eight years. Which Fund Manager is likely to need more data storage space? The answer is obvious when such a stark comparison among organizations is in place. Although it is clear that Fund Manager B would require more data storage space, the next logical question is - how much is enough? Consider a prospective investor who is considering making an allocation to Fund Manager A. During the operational due diligence process, they take the tour of the aforementioned standard clean, cold and loud server closet. To most investors, unfortunately, if everything looks and sounds good this is where they stop their hardware due diligence. Evaluating a fund's hardware infrastructure can provide valuable insights beyond just the specifics of the hardware. By asking more detailed questions during the operational due diligence process investors can glean information as to how the firm approaches other operational issues, such as business planning and scalability as well. Returning to our question of how much storage space is enough - there is no definitive answer. Each fund manager's situation will be different. However, investors should ask themselves if during the due diligence process they are asking the fund manager questions such as:  How do you evaluate how much storage space you need?
  • 3. How much space do you currently have?  Have you taken measures to plan ahead so that the firm's storage architecture is scalable? By digging deeper into the hardware evaluation process during operational due diligence on information technology, investors will not only have a much more detailed picture of a fund manager's overall information technology framework, but also a better understanding on how those in charge organize their business. Originally posted in the August 2012 edition of Corgentum Consulting's Operational Due Diligence Insights. For More info@corgentum.com Information Corgentum.com | Blog | Twitter Feed Tel. 201-360-2430 About Corgentum Consulting: Corgentum Consulting is a specialist consulting firm which performs operational due diligence reviews of fund managers. The firm works with investors including fund of funds, pensions, endowments, banks ultra-high net- worth individuals, and family offices to conduct the industry's most comprehensive operational due diligence reviews. Corgentum's work covers all fund strategies globally including hedge funds, private equity, real estate funds, and traditional funds. The firm's sole focus on operational due diligence, veteran experience, innovative original research and fundamental bottom up approach to due diligence allows Corgentum to ensure that the firm's clients avoid unnecessary operational risks. ©2012 Corgentum Consulting, LLC