Case Study - Aligned Helps Genus Capital Management Boost System Performance
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Founded in 1994, Genus Capital Management is an independent investment firm based in Vancouver that provides sustainable investing solutions to Canadians. With a global perspective, they harness data-driven insights to deliver customized portfolio strategies that align with clients' financial goals and environmental values.
The Challenge
Genus approached Aligned seeking to enhance technology efficiency and optimize the performance of their application and data processing systems. The goal was to improve these systems while maintaining consistent day-to-day operations.
Their top goals were:
- Eliminate bottlenecks
- Increase execution speed
- Improve system efficiency and scalability
Our Solution
System & Database Performance Analysis
We carried out a comprehensive evaluation of Genus' database performance to pinpoint bottlenecks and identify improvement opportunities. During this assessment, we discovered that some queries were inefficient or overused, causing strain on the data systems.
Code Review & Optimization Planning
We conducted a comprehensive code review to identify areas where optimizations could enhance execution speed and resource utilization. Our team also pinpointed several low-cost, high-reward improvement opportunities that can be implemented quickly without disrupting existing functionality.
Collaborative Implementation
We worked closely with Genus' IT team to implement our recommendations and monitor the results. We also provided documentation and training on best practices for maintaining optimal performance in the future.
The Results
Our collaboration with Genus Capital Management delivered measurable performance improvements for their team:
- Up to 40% Boost in Critical Execution Paths.
Faster data processing and enhanced user experience.
- Reduced System Load.
Deferred need for costly infrastructure upgrades.
- Shorter Feedback Loops.
Faster decision-making for research and portfolio management.
We are proud of our collaboration with Genus and the positive impact we made on their business. If you want to learn more about how Aligned can help you optimize your systems' performance, contact us today.