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401(k) Technology
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401(k) Technology is rapidly transforming the 401(k) retirement landscape, offering increased efficiency, enhanced security, and a more personalized experience for both plan sponsors and participants. Examples of 401(k) technology are automated record keeping and administration and increased security. Technology is playing a vital role in making 401(k) plans more efficient, accessible, and personalized, ultimately aiming to improve retirement outcomes for participants and streamline management for plan sponsors and administrators alike.
Will Dems Destroy 401(k) Robo Ingenuity?
Former Democratic Congressman and political gadfly Barney Frank spoke to a group of advisors some years ago, arguing…
May 23, 2016
The Benefits of a Holistic 401(k) Savings Approach
In the recent article titled “How to More Effectively Use Big Data to Serve 401(k) Participants,” we introduced…
May 23, 2016
Envestnet Advisor Summit 2016: ‘Fiduciary Rule Bad for Long-Term Business’
An early afternoon interview on an outdoor patio adjacent to the Chicago Hilton brought welcome relief for Brian…
May 20, 2016
Envestnet Advisor Summit 2016: ‘401(k) Participants Are Not An Afterthought’
“401(k)s platforms are about servicing the plans, not improving outcomes,” Babu Sivadasan said from the Envestnet Advisor Summit…
May 20, 2016
Envestnet Advisor Summit 2016: Envestnet Unveils New Tech Platform
A major tech announcement from Envestnet at it Advisor Summit 2016 in Chicago on Wednesday, as the company…
May 19, 2016
Envestnet Advisor Summit 2016: How Much is an Advisor Really Worth?
How much is an advisor really worth? Do they really add enough value to justify their fees? It’s…
May 19, 2016
The Single Biggest Problem with 401(k) Product Performance is …
“401(k) platforms demand closet indexers,” Tom Howard bluntly, and emphatically, states. “They want name brands with high assets and…
May 18, 2016
Envestnet Advisor Summit 2016: What is the Role of the Essential Advisor?
“What is your specialty?” “We’re good at Social Security planning.” “What are you focusing on now?” “We’re really…
May 18, 2016
Envestnet Advisor Summit 2016: Bergman Channels Kasparov
Jud Bergman channeled chess great Garry Kasparov to kick off Envestnet Advisor Summit 2016 in Chicago on Wednesday…
May 18, 2016
What’s Just Over the Horizon in 401(k) Innovation?
This is a short interview titled “Innovation in 401(k) Retirement Planning – Rachel Weker,” published by 401(k) Specialist…
May 12, 2016