SimCorp has announced an expanded partnership with Preyer GmbH aimed at accelerating the modernization of buy-side operations across the EMEA region, with a particular focus on the DACH market and its highly regulated insurance sector.
As financial institutions continue to face increasing pressure to consolidate legacy systems and transition toward cloud-native infrastructure, the collaboration is designed to support a seamless migration to SimCorp One , a unified platform built to reduce operational fragmentation and improve scalability, efficiency, and long-term cost structures. At the core of the partnership is a shift toward a fully integrated, data-driven operating model. Central to this transformation is the implementation of an Investment Book of Record (IBOR), enabling firms to establish a single, real-time source of truth across front, middle, and back-office functions. This eliminates reconciliation gaps and significantly enhances operational transparency.
The transition also emphasizes a SaaS-first delivery model, allowing asset managers and insurers to reduce the burden of infrastructure maintenance and security management, while focusing on performance, risk management, and client outcomes. In addition to software, the partnership provides access to managed business services, enabling firms to scale operations without proportionally increasing internal resources. The DACH insurance sector remains a key strategic focus due to its complex regulatory landscape and operational requirements. Preyer GmbH brings more than 25 years of specialized consultancy experience, acting as the implementation partner responsible for translating platform capabilities into locally compliant, fully operational systems. This includes alignment with regional tax frameworks, reporting standards, and regulatory obligations.
“By expanding our partnership with Preyer, we enable buy-side firms to fully leverage the capabilities of SimCorp One, helping them future-proof their investment platforms with a partner that understands local regulatory requirements and market dynamics,” said Ralf Schmücker, Head of Central & Southern EMEA at SimCorp.
Beyond system migration, the collaboration incorporates AI-driven capabilities designed to optimize the investment lifecycle. This includes enhanced data validation, predictive analytics, and automated reporting, alongside standardized implementation frameworks that reduce transformation risk and improve deployment timelines. With an international footprint spanning Frankfurt, Zurich, New York, and Toronto, Preyer supports clients with global operations while maintaining strong regional expertise. The partnership reflects a broader shift in the industry, where technology providers and specialized consultancies increasingly work together to deliver end-to-end transformation.
The expanded collaboration will also be highlighted at the upcoming SimCorp Global Summit in Copenhagen (April 22–24, 2026), where Preyer will participate as a Platinum Sponsor and present insights on platform modernization to over 1,400 industry professionals.
SimCorp, now part of Deutsche Börse Group, provides technology infrastructure for more than half of the world’s top 100 financial companies, supporting multi-asset investment management, risk operations, and regulatory compliance. Preyer GmbH specializes in IT and management consulting across the investment lifecycle, with a strong focus on complex capital markets in Europe and North America.
