Domos FS

Domos FS stands as the harbinger of innovation in the European alternative investment fund management landscape. Under the leadership of the celebrated FinTech entrepreneur Arnaud Vinciguerra, the firm has carved a niche for itself, setting new benchmarks in process automation and pragmatic reporting.

From private equity and real estate to debt and infrastructure, Domos FS provides tools that are meticulously designed to streamline various aspects of alternative investment fund management. The platform caters to over 45 clients, navigating the complexities of asset and liability management within the illiquid domain. This offers a unified approach to data handling.
Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the company initially concentrated on Luxembourg when the Alternative Investment Fund Manager Directive (AIFMD) came into force in 2013 and pushed funds to greater transparency. Domos FS later developed a one-stop shop solution to tackle data management complexities as demands and regulations evolved.

“Domos FS provides an independent alternative emphasising a unified source of truth on both asset and liability sides,” says Arnaud Vinciguerra, CEO of Domos FS.

At the heart of its operations lies a commitment to offering a single source of truth—a centralised system that facilitates cohesive data management by bridging gaps between diverse formats and entities. This approach simplifies information flow, reducing the operational risks that often arise from using disparate data formats and mediums.

The platform serves over 8,000 Limited Partners (LPs) on its Investor portal and for services including investor reporting, distribution and capital calls, and operational streamlining. It supports more than 500 funds that manage assets worth over 350 EUR billion. Domos FS also substantially impacted regulatory compliance by submitting 2,000 AIFMD Annex IV reports in 2022.

The firm ensures a comprehensive front-to-back Software as a Service (SaaS) solution, a single instance that testifies its effectiveness. This approach implies that the platform exists in a singular version, allowing each client to benefit from the best practices and shared development costs. The firm's multi-tenancy model enables clients to enjoy secure, dedicated environments hosted within a top-tier data warehouse in Luxembourg. Security is a paramount concern; the company is hosted by a regulated Professional of the Financial Sector (PSF), providing clients with the highest level of security in a tier-four architecture.

An active SaaS solution, Domos FS’ approach utilises an open data model seamlessly built on the Cloud, facilitating easy updates and ensuring adaptability. The company’s expertise lies in developing a unique data strategy that meticulously maps relevant data points and metrics tailored to each client, which significantly reduces implementation timeframes.

This methodology expedites the process and provides a competitive edge, as Domos FS’ customised solutions meet clients' requirements and provide modules of utmost relevance.

Domos FS’ platform functions as a connective hub, seamlessly interfacing with various data sources across the client base. The Investments module for instance stands out as a purposebuilt solution that streamlines processes associated with multiple functions like pipeline regulation and checklist management. It maximizes the effectiveness of investments and provides extensive control over the entire investment lifecycle.

The Limited Partners Operations’ module is a comprehensive solution that oversees the liability aspect. This includes functions like calculating waterfall distributions, automating capital call notifications, handling actualisation and equalisation.

A pivotal offering is the Investor Portal, a highly scalable solution that provides clients with a distinct competitive edge. It caters to smaller-scale scenarios with 50 or 100 investors and significantly larger scenarios, often involving thousands of investors. This portal actively engages investors on a digital journey, providing them access to fund performance data and documentation, as well as guiding them through the entire AML / KYC process.

The Investor Portal is particularly well suited to the current retailisation trend, fueling growth in the Alternatives market.

The firm’s highly skilled engineers, wellversed in the financial services challenges, craft dedicated solutions through continuous research and development presence. This alignment with client needs stems from the team's acute understanding of the industry’s complexities since the company's inception.

In 2021, Domos FS partnered with SimCorp, a reputable Danish firm with decades of expertise in liquid assets and LP design.

The collaboration is facilitated by the CEO's background as a SimCorp competitor and combines SimCorp's banking proficiency with Domos FS’ focus on alternative investments and GP activities. The partnership led to the introduction of the first-ever cross-asset solution that spans both private and public markets, satisfying the unique requirements of GPs, LPs, and Service Providers. Domos FS’ solutions seamlessly extend the SimCorp platform and its alternative investments offering for LPs, catering to GP activities whether they represent a small-scale or a major operation.

Recently, Domos FS commemorated its decade anniversary, delighted with its growing clientele in key European cities, encompassing France, Luxembourg, Switzerland, the UK, and the Nordics. This extensive reach firmly establishes the company's influential presence across Europe.