Synopsis reports

Synaptic is launching its new Synopsis service, aimed to offer product providers an in-depth analysis of the research methodologies used by IFAs. The first edition focuses on investment bonds, covering research conducted in Synaptic Research during 2008. This report also introduces the brand new Synaptic contract ratings for unit linked investment bonds.

This particular Synopsis report, entitled Investment bonds: a look back over 2008, provides information and commentary on each of the key stages of product research and recommendation. The report gives an insight into the methods and criteria adopted by advisers subscribing to Synaptic's online research tool reflecting the basis of selection in over 10,000 pieces of research, representing in excess of £250 million worth of investment bond business in 2008. The contents of this report include:

• High level statistics of investment bond research.
• A breakdown of research volumes into each of the five categories of investment bonds.
• Details of the individual features and sectors being selected by IFAs and importance weightings of each.
• Confirmation of the ranking criterion being used to select investment bonds.
• A detailed grid showing the new business levels achieved by all providers during 2008.
• Contract ratings – the new accreditation system available to providers to assist with competitor analysis and contract benchmarking.

This report will be available exclusively for product providers during February at an introductory price of £750+VAT. To order your copy, please submit your request via the link below.

Should you have any queries, please contact Anita White (Provider Business Development Manager) on anita.white@capita.co.uk or email research@synaptic.co.uk.

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