Given the rapid pace of evolution in the OTC markets, Varden Pacific's key objectives when selecting a partner were to find an advanced, flexible and intuitive solution that could be implemented in a short timeframe, deliver strong analytics and be flexible enough to adapt quickly to changing requirements. Quantifi Risk was selected over a number of alternate vendor products as it demonstrated superior functionality and flexibility as well as providing the transparent risk reporting necessary for accounting and regulatory compliance.

"Quantifi Risk came highly recommended and has proved ideal for our needs. The unique combination of intuitive data management, fast and accurate risk analysis, and flexible, detailed reporting gives us the confidence to make informed investment decisions whilst providing the transparency and robust infrastructure our investors require," comments Shawn Stoval, Managing Partner, Varden Pacific. "Quantifi Risk was deployed in a matter of days. As it required minimal internal infrastructure and resources, we were able to enter the market quickly and achieve an immediate return on our investment."

Scott Trimble, Head of North American Sales, Quantifi, stated, "Investment funds by nature need to respond quickly to market changes to take full advantage of opportunities. They also need to be able to demonstrate to investors a solid infrastructure for efficiently and effectively managing risk. Our fund clients have found Quantifi Risk ideally suited for these needs."

Quantifi Risk is an award-winning trading and risk management system for OTC products. It provides next-generation valuation, trade processing, risk management and interactive reporting. Easy-to-install and intuitive to use, Quantifi Risk provides an open, scalable system that automates the day-to-day valuation and risk management process. Based on Quantifi's market leading models, Quantifi Risk delivers timely, accurate and comprehensive results.

Rohan Douglas, CEO of Quantifi, added, "Quantifi continues to experience significant momentum in the investment fund space and we are delighted that Varden Pacific has joined our expanding buy-side client base. Investment firms need increasingly sophisticated and robust analytics and risk management. This is a space within which Quantifi has a long track record of delivering market leading solutions that match our clients' needs."