INSERT INTO `wp_posts` VALUES (574,2,'2024-12-11 19:29:06','2024-12-11 19:29:06','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" height=\"370px\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" title_text=\"Forex diagrams and stock market rising lines with numbers\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" theme_builder_area=\"et_footer_layout\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" theme_builder_area=\"et_footer_layout\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" theme_builder_area=\"et_footer_layout\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" text_font_size=\"21px\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" theme_builder_area=\"et_footer_layout\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"3_5\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" text_font_size=\"21px\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" width=\"96.4%\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"2_5\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"4_4\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"4_4\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"4_4\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" type=\"4_4\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-20px||-24px||false|false\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" theme_builder_area=\"post_content\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"21px\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 19:29:06','2024-12-11 19:29:06','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=574',0,'revision','',0),(575,2,'2024-12-11 19:31:26','2024-12-11 19:31:26','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"96.4%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-20px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-8px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately. </p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 19:31:26','2024-12-11 19:31:26','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=575',0,'revision','',0),(578,2,'2024-12-11 19:39:47','2024-12-11 19:39:47','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"96.4%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-20px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 19:39:47','2024-12-11 19:39:47','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=578',0,'revision','',0),(580,2,'2024-12-11 19:58:45','2024-12-11 19:58:45','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"96.4%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 19:58:45','2024-12-11 19:58:45','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=580',0,'revision','',0),(581,2,'2024-12-11 20:00:54','2024-12-11 20:00:54','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"96.4%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"19px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:00:54','2024-12-11 20:00:54','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=581',0,'revision','',0),(583,2,'2024-12-11 20:02:05','2024-12-11 20:02:05','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"100%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"19px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:02:05','2024-12-11 20:02:05','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=583',0,'revision','',0),(584,2,'2024-12-11 20:02:27','2024-12-11 20:02:27','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"100%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. 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We do not disclose individual fund data or results to third parties.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Team\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_font=\"|--et_global_body_font_weight|||||||\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"gcid-heading-color\" title_font_size=\"50px\" custom_margin=\"-25px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{%22gcid-heading-color%22:%91%22title_text_color%22%93}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=\"1_2,1_2\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" 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_builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_team_member image_url=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Mike-Heale.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" header_text_align=\"center\" header_font_size=\"17px\" body_text_align=\"center\" body_font_size=\"17px\" width=\"51%\" module_alignment=\"left\" height=\"410px\" custom_margin=\"0px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"54px|40px|40px|40px|false|false\" link_option_url=\"/our-team\" border_radii=\"on|12px|12px|12px|12px\" border_color_all=\"#001E66\" border_radii_image=\"on|100%|100%|100%|100%\" box_shadow_style=\"preset1\" box_shadow_blur=\"19px\" box_shadow_spread=\"-5px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" width__hover_enabled=\"on|desktop\" width__hover=\"51%\"]<h4></h4>\n<h4></h4>\n<h4></h4>\n<h4>Mike Heale</h4>\n<p>Global Business Development</p>[/et_pb_team_member][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_button button_url=\"/our-team\" button_text=\"Meet our team\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" box_shadow_style=\"none\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_button][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Home page','','inherit','closed','closed','','16-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:07:26','2024-12-11 20:07:26','',16,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=588',0,'revision','',0),(591,2,'2024-12-11 20:10:39','2024-12-11 20:10:39','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"81%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" max_width=\"100%\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:10:39','2024-12-11 20:10:39','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=591',0,'revision','',0),(595,2,'2024-12-11 20:14:12','2024-12-11 20:14:12','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"87%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" max_width=\"100%\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:14:12','2024-12-11 20:14:12','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=595',0,'revision','',0),(596,2,'2024-12-11 20:14:35','2024-12-11 20:14:35','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"90%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" max_width=\"100%\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:14:35','2024-12-11 20:14:35','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=596',0,'revision','',0),(598,2,'2024-12-11 20:15:05','2024-12-11 20:15:05','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"100%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" max_width=\"98%\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:15:05','2024-12-11 20:15:05','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=598',0,'revision','',0),(600,2,'2024-12-11 20:15:59','2024-12-11 20:15:59','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"95%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" max_width=\"100%\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-18px||-24px||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-12px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-14px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provide by each CEM deﬁned beneﬁt pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:15:59','2024-12-11 20:15:59','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=600',0,'revision','',0),(603,2,'2024-12-11 20:25:48','2024-12-11 20:25:48','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"95%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" max_width=\"100%\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provided by each CEM-defined benefit pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta-tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. All high and medium-risk items identified in the last assessment have been fully addressed.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Should you have any questions or comments on our data integrity efforts, please contact us at </span><a href=\"mailto:product@cembenchmarking.com\">product@cembenchmarking.com</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]','Our Approach to Data Integrity','','inherit','closed','closed','','43-revision-v1','','','2024-12-11 20:25:48','2024-12-11 20:25:48','',43,'https://www.staging.cembenchmarking.com/?p=603',0,'revision','',0),(604,2,'2024-12-11 20:26:56','2024-12-11 20:26:56','[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" use_background_color_gradient=\"on\" background_color_gradient_stops=\"rgba(5,40,63,0.84) 0%|rgba(0,49,68,0.7) 100%\" background_color_gradient_overlays_image=\"on\" background_image=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincples-cover.jpg\" background_position=\"top_center\" background_vertical_offset=\"31%\" height=\"370px\" global_module=\"556\" saved_tabs=\"all\" locked=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"65px||56px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Approach to Data Integrity\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text_align=\"center\" title_text_color=\"#ffffff\" title_font_size=\"46px\" title_letter_spacing=\"2px\" custom_padding=\"24px||||false|false\" title_text_shadow_style=\"preset3\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"#ffffff\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Data Principles</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row column_structure=\"3_5,2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"3_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" width=\"95%\" custom_margin=\"|14px||||\" custom_padding=\"|28px||||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" max_width=\"100%\"]<p>CEM is a leading data and insights firm. For us high data integrity is non-negotiable.</p>\n<p>Our data strategy is built upon the core data principles shared below. These interconnected principles are our north star and, as such, guide all of our efforts. The principles are owned by our internal data governance committee and revisited at least annually.</p>\n<p>Our execution is based on three pillars: industry standards called the Global Reporting Principles (GRP), assessment of data integrity by institutional investor, and investments in our team and internal processes. CEM has an expert team with over 30 years of experience, employing custom systems and processes to identify to rectify data issues and ensure high-quality data for our institutional investors. We also actively seek client input, so that we can improve our practices.</p>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=\"2_5\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/dataPrincplesSwirl.png\" title_text=\"dataPrincplesSwirl\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_image][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"#F0F0F0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>Our data integrity efforts are based on the following interconnected principles:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Completeness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p>While our preference is that all data is provided by institutional investors, we recognize that this is not always possible. To be included in the CEM database, the data must be unambiguous. We must be able to interpret the information provided with context. Where we have incomplete data sets, we observe the following:</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||-10px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>We treat incomplete data as missing, rather than as zero or non-existent. Only where needed, we enrich the data.</li>\n<li>We only construct benchmarks from complete, known, and relevant data points that do not require enrichment.</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Comparability</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>We present all data and insights in a consistent context, across all key dimensions of comparison. Where there are unavoidable differences, we call them out.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Accuracy</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We validate all data using a combination of our proprietary tools and expertise. If in our professional judgment specific data points are not of sufficient quality, we do not use them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Confidentiality</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<p><span>We ensure that individual non-public data cannot be read nor derived from publicly available CEM materials or CEM reporting, current nor legacy. Any non-public, client identifiable information that is shared is only done so with explicit client consent.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Providence</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">While we encourage client commentary, we hold ultimate decision rights on the structure of our analyses and application of data within them.</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Timeliness</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We provide insights on a timely basis, corresponding with the provision of the data from a client and its peers. We take all necessary steps to provide reliable delivery dates.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Transparency</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We disclose all areas where we have enhanced and/or enriched data, including providing a summary of the approaches, and the sources of the data used for the enhancement/enrichment.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Security</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" text_font_size=\"17px\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">We take industry-standard precautions to ensure all data is protected from potential threats. If/when there is an incident, we act with pace, discipline, and open communication.</div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">These principles are owned by CEM’s Data Governance Committee, which comprises a group of CEM’s senior leaders and data experts. They are reviewed at least once a year.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" background_color=\"RGBA(255,255,255,0)\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_heading title=\"Living our Data Principles\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_level=\"h2\" title_font_size=\"28px\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][/et_pb_heading][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-10px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<p><span>We proactively action our data principles through:</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Global Reporting Principles for the Investment Industry</li>\n<li>Data Integrity Scores for Individual Institutional Investors</li>\n<li>Processes &amp; Experience for CEM Team Members</li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n</ul>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-46px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" text_font_size=\"17px\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]<p>Below, we dive into each application separately.</p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Institutional Investor Industry</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">In 2022, we undertook a multi-year effort to create CEM’s Global Reporting Principles (GRP). These principles were launched in 2024.</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"></div>\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Prior to creating GRP, we observed that standards and templates exist in specific countries, like Australia, the Netherlands, and the UK. However, the global institutional investment industry lacked a single consistent set of principles that span performance, cost, and timing. We worked with seven leading global pension funds to create these principles. The complete list of GRP principles can be found <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/globalReportingPrinciples.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">CEM’s Global Reporting Principles will evolve over time. The release schedule was designed to allow for both feedback from market participants as well as for institutional investors to develop the systems, data, and personnel to action. The future releases, currently slated for 2026 and 2029, are shared <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesModules.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">The elements of GRP that pertain to public reporting have been connected to the Global Pension Transparency Benchmark. This benchmark assesses the efficacy of the public reporting funds in fifteen countries against four factors: Performance, Cost, Responsible Investing, and Governance. More details on the GPTB can be found <a href=\"https://global-pension-transparency-benchmark.top1000funds.com/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">Finally, we periodically do bespoke research on data-quality related topics for the benefit of the industry. Our most recent piece – on data integrity in Pension Administration – can be found here <a href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2023-24-Pension-Administration-Data-Quality-Research.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a>.</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Institutional Investors</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<p><span>For over 30 years, institutional investors globally have provided fund cost, performance, and structure data to CEM. We carefully assess the quality of the data provided, using a combination of data rules and deep expertise. More detail on the process is available in the “our team” section.</span></p>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>In 2024, we started quantitatively assessing the quality of the data provided by each CEM-defined benefit pension fund client. We assess each client’s data set using the following rubric and provide a summary of the performance data, cost data and timeliness. Institutional investors are invited to review the data scorecard and make improvements. The data assessment is being beta-tested in 2024. An example of a scorecard can be found </span><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/dataPrinciplesScorecard.html\" rel=\"noopener\">here</a><span>.</span></div>\n</div>\n<div class=\"row\"></div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" header_3_font_size=\"20px\"]<h3>Our Team</h3>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-22px||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>CEM’s data principles have been connected directly to our systems, processes, and training. Here are the seven steps our team takes to validate the data:</span></div>\n</div>\n</div>\n</div>[/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=\"https://www.cembenchmarking.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/7steps.jpg\" _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" title_text=\"CEM’s data principles: 7 steps\" hover_enabled=\"0\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"][/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.27.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"||||false|false\" custom_padding=\"0px||0px||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\" text_font_size=\"17px\" hover_enabled=\"0\"]<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\">\n<div class=\"row\">\n<div class=\"benefit-paragraph\"><span>Finally, we retain a leading third-party cybersecurity firm to conduct an annual information security assessment on our systems and processes. 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submenu box-shadow */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .dvcs_smooth_submenus .nav li ul {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      box-shadow: none !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* remove parent item arrow */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .dvcs_smooth_submenus .et-menu > li.menu-item-has-children > a:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      content: \"\" !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* parent item link */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .dvcs_smooth_submenus .et-menu > li > a {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      padding-left: 10px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      padding-right: 10px !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* END Menus CSS */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* END SMOOTH SUBMENUS EFFECT CSS */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --></style><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><script><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   * SMOOTH SUBMENUS EFFECT FOR DIVI DESKTOP MENU.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   * @author		Ivan Chiurcci<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   * @site  		https://www.divicio.us/tutorials/menu/create-the-smooth-submenus-effect-for-divi-desktop-menu/<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  window.dvcsSmoothSubmenus = {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Create the submenu background element<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * and insert it into the menu <nav> element before <ul> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement}    nav     Menu <nav> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement}    ul      Menu <ul> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     createSubmenuBg: function(nav, ul){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // create submenu background element<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        let submenuBgWrapper = document.createElement(\"div\"),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            submenuBg = document.createElement(\"div\"),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            arrow     = document.createElement(\"span\");<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // add CSS classes<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.classList.add(\"dvcs_submenu_bg_wrapper\");<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.classList.add(\"dvcs_submenu_bg\");<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        arrow.classList.add(\"dvcs_arrow\");<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // insert into menu<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        nav.insertBefore(submenuBgWrapper, ul);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.appendChild(submenuBg);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.appendChild(arrow);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Handle the submenu bakcground on menu item mouse enter.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Shows the submenu background when the parent menu item is hovered over<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * and updates it\'s coordinates and size values accordingly.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} item                The menu item that is currently hovered over.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} nav                 Menu <nav> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBgWrapper    Submenu background wrapper.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBg           Submenu background.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    handleEnter: function(item, nav, submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // coordinates of the current submenu and menu <nav> element<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        const submenu      = item.querySelector(\'.sub-menu\'),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              submenuRect  = submenu.getBoundingClientRect(),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              navRect       = nav.getBoundingClientRect();<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // submenu background values<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        const bg = {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            height: submenuRect.height,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            width: submenuRect.width,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            top: submenuRect.top - navRect.top,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            left: submenuRect.left - navRect.left<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        };<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // add CSS classes<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        item.classList.add(\'dvcs-item-enter\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        setTimeout(() => item.classList.contains(\'dvcs-item-enter\') && item.classList.add(\'dvcs-item-enter-active\'), 150);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.classList.add(\'dvcs_open\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // set the submenu wrapper background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.style.setProperty(\'transform\', `translate(${bg.left}px, ${bg.top}px)`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.style.setProperty(\'width\', `${bg.width}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.style.setProperty(\'height\', `${bg.height}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // set the submenu background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'width\', `${bg.width}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'height\', `${bg.height}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Handle the submenu background hiding.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Hides the submenu background when the mouse leaves<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * the parent menu item.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} item        The menu item.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBg   Submenu background.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    handleLeave: function(item, submenuBg){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // remove CSS classes<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        item.classList.remove(\'dvcs-item-enter\', \'dvcs-item-enter-active\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.classList.remove(\'dvcs_open\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // remove the submenu background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'width\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'height\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Handle the submenu background when mouse enters the menu <ul> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Enables transition for the submenu background to ensure it<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * moves smoothly in between the adjacent parent menu items. <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBgWrapper Submenu background wrapper.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      handleEnterUl: function(submenuBgWrapper){		<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          setTimeout(function(){submenuBgWrapper.classList.add(\'dvcs-animatable\')}, 150);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Handle the submenu background when mouse leaves the menu <ul> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Disables transition for the submenu background and <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * resets it\'s size.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBgWrapper    Submenu background wrapper.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBg           Submenu background. <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      handleLeaveUl: function(submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          submenuBgWrapper.classList.remove(\'dvcs-animatable\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // remove the submenu background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'width\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'height\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Handle the \"smooth submenus\" effect.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {string} menuSelector     Menu selector, CSS ID or class. Default: \'#et-top-navigation\'<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {string} navSelector      Menu <nav> element selector, CSS ID or class. Default: \'#top-menu-nav\'<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {string} ulSelector       Menu <ul> element selector, CSS ID or class. Default: \'#top-menu\'<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      effect: function(menuSelector = \'#et-top-navigation\', navSelector = \'#top-menu-nav\', ulSelector = \'#top-menu\'){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // select the menus<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          let menus = document.querySelectorAll(menuSelector);   // EXPERIMENTAL<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          menus.forEach(menu => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            if(!menu){return}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // select the menu <nav> and <ul> elements<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            let nav  = menu.querySelector(navSelector),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                ul   = nav.querySelector(ulSelector);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // insert the submenu background element(with arrow) into the <nav> element<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            this.createSubmenuBg(nav, ul);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            const items = nav.querySelectorAll(`${ulSelector} > li.menu-item-has-children`),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  submenuBgWrapper = nav.querySelector(\'.dvcs_submenu_bg_wrapper\'),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  submenuBg = nav.querySelector(\'.dvcs_submenu_bg\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle <ul> element mouse enter<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            ul.addEventListener(\'mouseenter\', () => this.handleEnterUl(submenuBgWrapper));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            ul.addEventListener(\'touchstart\', () => this.handleEnterUl(submenuBgWrapper)); // ???<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle menu items mouse enter<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            items.forEach(item => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                item.addEventListener(\'mouseenter\', () => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    this.handleEnter(item, nav, submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                })<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            items.forEach(item => {       // ???<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                item.addEventListener(\'touchstart\', () => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    this.handleEnter(item, nav, submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                })<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle menu items mouse leave<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            items.forEach(item => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                item.addEventListener(\'mouseleave\', () => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    this.handleLeave(item, submenuBg)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                })<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle <ul> element mouse leave<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            ul.addEventListener(\'mouseleave\', () => this.handleLeaveUl(submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  document.addEventListener(\'DOMContentLoaded\', function(){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Divi Menu(or Fullwidth Menu) module<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      dvcsSmoothSubmenus.effect(\'.dvcs_smooth_submenus\', \'.et-menu-nav\', \'.et-menu\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  })<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --></script>[/et_pb_code][et_pb_code disabled_on=\"off|off|off\" admin_label=\"Code - Collapse Mobile Submenus CSS & JS\" _builder_version=\"4.21.0\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<style type=\"text/css\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   * Collapse Divi mobile menu submenus CSS.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   * @author		Ivan Chiurcci<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   * @site  		https://www.divicio.us/tutorials/how-to-collapse-divi-menu-module-submenus-and-keep-parent-links-clickable-on-mobile-devices/<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->   */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* START: Collapse Divi Menu Module Submenus and Keep Parent Items Clickable on Mobile */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Parent menu item */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children > a {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    position: relative;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable) > a:after,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable > span.parent_icon:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-family: \"ETmodules\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    text-align: center;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    speak: none;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-weight: normal;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-variant: normal;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    text-transform: none;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-size: 16px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Disabled parent menu item icon positioning */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable) > a:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    position: absolute;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    top: 13px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    right: 10px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Clickable parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable > span.parent_icon {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    display: grid;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    grid-template-rows: 1fr;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    grid-template-columns: 1fr;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    align-items: center;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    position: absolute;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    width: 46px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    height: 46px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    color: #120b75;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    right: 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    top: 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    z-index: 9;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Collapsed submenu parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable) > a:after,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable > span.parent_icon:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    content: \"#\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Expanded submenu parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable).visible > a:after,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable.visible > span.parent_icon:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    content: \"\"\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Hide submenu by default */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_menu .et_mobile_menu > ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_fullwidth_menu .et_mobile_menu > ul.sub-menu {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    display: none !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    visibility: hidden !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Show submenu */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .visible > ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_menu .et_mobile_menu .visible > ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_fullwidth_menu .et_mobile_menu .visible > ul.sub-menu {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    display: block !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    visibility: visible !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* END: Collapse Divi Menu Module Submenus and Keep Parent Items Clickable on Mobile */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --></style><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><script type=\"text/javascript\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->(function($) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Collapse Divi mobile menu submenus.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     *<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Works for both the Menu and the Fullwidth Menu modules.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * The parent item links can be either disabled or clickable.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @author		Ivan Chiurcci<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @site  		https://www.divicio.us/tutorials/how-to-collapse-divi-menu-module-submenus-and-keep-parent-links-clickable-on-mobile-devices/<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     *<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param  bool  parentClickable    Pass true to keep the parent menu item links clickable. Default: false.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    function dvcs_collapse_menu_module_submenus_on_mobile(parentClickable = false) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Mobile menu<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      let $menu = $(\'.et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Iterate the mobile menu links<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      $menu.find(\'a\').each(function() {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Menu hamburger icon<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      let $menu_icon = $(this).parents(\'.mobile_nav\').find(\'.mobile_menu_bar\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Remove click event handlers from the link<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      $(this).off(\'click\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // If the menu item DOESN\'T HAVE submenus<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      if( ! $(this).siblings(\'.sub-menu\').length ) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // Close the mobile menu on link click<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        $(this).on(\'click\', (e) => $menu_icon.trigger(\'click\'));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      } else {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // If parent items links are DISABLED<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        if( ! parentClickable ){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // Replace the URL with the # symbol<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          $(this).attr(\'href\', \'#\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // Open/close the submenu on link click<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          $(this).on(\'click\', (e) => toggle_visible(e, $(this).parent()));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        } else {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // Add the \"clickable\" class to the parent(<li> tag)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          $(this).parent().addClass(\'clickable\')<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // Prepend the icon to parent<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            .prepend(\'<span class=\"parent_icon\"></span>\')<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // Open/close the submenu on icon click<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            .find(\'.parent_icon\').on(\'click\', (e) => toggle_visible(e, $(this).parent()));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // Link click<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          $(this).on(\'click\', function(e){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // Toggle the submenu if the link doesn\'t have a URL or 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@param {HTMLelement} item                The menu item that is currently hovered over.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} nav                 Menu <nav> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBgWrapper    Submenu background wrapper.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBg           Submenu background.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    handleEnter: function(item, nav, submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // coordinates of the current submenu and menu <nav> element<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        const submenu      = item.querySelector(\'.sub-menu\'),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              submenuRect  = submenu.getBoundingClientRect(),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->              navRect       = nav.getBoundingClientRect();<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- 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background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.style.setProperty(\'transform\', `translate(${bg.left}px, ${bg.top}px)`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.style.setProperty(\'width\', `${bg.width}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBgWrapper.style.setProperty(\'height\', `${bg.height}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // set the submenu background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'width\', `${bg.width}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'height\', `${bg.height}px`);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Handle the submenu background hiding.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Hides the submenu background when the mouse leaves<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * the parent menu item.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} item        The menu item.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBg   Submenu background.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    handleLeave: function(item, submenuBg){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // remove CSS classes<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        item.classList.remove(\'dvcs-item-enter\', \'dvcs-item-enter-active\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.classList.remove(\'dvcs_open\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        // remove the submenu background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'width\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->        submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'height\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Handle the submenu background when mouse enters the menu <ul> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Enables transition for the submenu background to ensure it<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * moves smoothly in between the adjacent parent menu items. <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBgWrapper Submenu background wrapper.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      handleEnterUl: function(submenuBgWrapper){		<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          setTimeout(function(){submenuBgWrapper.classList.add(\'dvcs-animatable\')}, 150);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Handle the submenu background when mouse leaves the menu <ul> element.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Disables transition for the submenu background and <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * resets it\'s size.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBgWrapper    Submenu background wrapper.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {HTMLelement} submenuBg           Submenu background. <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      handleLeaveUl: function(submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          submenuBgWrapper.classList.remove(\'dvcs-animatable\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // remove the submenu background properties<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'width\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          submenuBg.style.setProperty(\'height\', \'\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      },<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * Handle the \"smooth submenus\" effect.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {string} menuSelector     Menu selector, CSS ID or class. Default: \'#et-top-navigation\'<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {string} navSelector      Menu <nav> element selector, CSS ID or class. Default: \'#top-menu-nav\'<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       * @param {string} ulSelector       Menu <ul> element selector, CSS ID or class. Default: \'#top-menu\'<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->       */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      effect: function(menuSelector = \'#et-top-navigation\', navSelector = \'#top-menu-nav\', ulSelector = \'#top-menu\'){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          // select the menus<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          let menus = document.querySelectorAll(menuSelector);   // EXPERIMENTAL<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          menus.forEach(menu => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            if(!menu){return}<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // select the menu <nav> and <ul> elements<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            let nav  = menu.querySelector(navSelector),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                ul   = nav.querySelector(ulSelector);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // insert the submenu background element(with arrow) into the <nav> element<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            this.createSubmenuBg(nav, ul);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            const items = nav.querySelectorAll(`${ulSelector} > li.menu-item-has-children`),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  submenuBgWrapper = nav.querySelector(\'.dvcs_submenu_bg_wrapper\'),<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                  submenuBg = nav.querySelector(\'.dvcs_submenu_bg\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle <ul> element mouse enter<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            ul.addEventListener(\'mouseenter\', () => this.handleEnterUl(submenuBgWrapper));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            ul.addEventListener(\'touchstart\', () => this.handleEnterUl(submenuBgWrapper)); // ???<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle menu items mouse enter<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            items.forEach(item => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                item.addEventListener(\'mouseenter\', () => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    this.handleEnter(item, nav, submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                })<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            items.forEach(item => {       // ???<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                item.addEventListener(\'touchstart\', () => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    this.handleEnter(item, nav, submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                })<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle menu items mouse leave<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            items.forEach(item => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                item.addEventListener(\'mouseleave\', () => {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                    this.handleLeave(item, submenuBg)<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->                })<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            // handle <ul> element mouse leave<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->            ul.addEventListener(\'mouseleave\', () => this.handleLeaveUl(submenuBgWrapper, submenuBg));<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->          });<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  document.addEventListener(\'DOMContentLoaded\', function(){<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Divi Menu(or Fullwidth Menu) module<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      dvcsSmoothSubmenus.effect(\'.dvcs_smooth_submenus\', 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.et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children > a {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    position: relative;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable) > a:after,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable > span.parent_icon:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-family: \"ETmodules\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    text-align: center;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    speak: none;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-weight: normal;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-variant: normal;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    text-transform: none;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    -webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    font-size: 16px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Disabled parent menu item icon positioning */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable) > a:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    position: absolute;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    top: 13px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    right: 10px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Clickable parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable > span.parent_icon {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    display: grid;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    grid-template-rows: 1fr;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    grid-template-columns: 1fr;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    align-items: center;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    position: absolute;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    width: 46px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    height: 46px;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    color: #120b75;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    background: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    right: 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    top: 0;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    z-index: 9;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Collapsed submenu parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable) > a:after,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable > span.parent_icon:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    content: \"#\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Expanded submenu parent menu item icon */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children:not(.clickable).visible > a:after,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .menu-item-has-children.clickable.visible > span.parent_icon:after {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    content: \"\"\";<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Hide submenu by default */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_menu .et_mobile_menu > ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_fullwidth_menu .et_mobile_menu > ul.sub-menu {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    display: none !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    visibility: hidden !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* Show submenu */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu .visible > ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_menu .et_mobile_menu .visible > ul.sub-menu,<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  .et-db #et-boc .et-l .et_pb_fullwidth_menu .et_mobile_menu .visible > ul.sub-menu {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    display: block !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    visibility: visible !important;<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  }<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->  /* END: Collapse Divi Menu Module Submenus and Keep Parent Items Clickable on Mobile */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --></style><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><script type=\"text/javascript\"><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->(function($) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    /**<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Collapse Divi mobile menu submenus.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     *<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * Works for both the Menu and the Fullwidth Menu modules.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * The parent item links can be either disabled or clickable.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @author		Ivan Chiurcci<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @site  		https://www.divicio.us/tutorials/how-to-collapse-divi-menu-module-submenus-and-keep-parent-links-clickable-on-mobile-devices/<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     *<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     * @param  bool  parentClickable    Pass true to keep the parent menu item links clickable. Default: false.<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->     */<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->    function dvcs_collapse_menu_module_submenus_on_mobile(parentClickable = false) {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Mobile menu<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      let $menu = $(\'.et_pb_module .et_mobile_menu\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Iterate the mobile menu links<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      $menu.find(\'a\').each(function() {<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      <!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Menu hamburger icon<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      let $menu_icon = $(this).parents(\'.mobile_nav\').find(\'.mobile_menu_bar\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // Remove click event handlers from the link<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      $(this).off(\'click\');<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] --><!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      // If the menu item DOESN\'T HAVE submenus<!-- [et_pb_line_break_holder] -->      if( ! 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