Working with the data that drives private markets isn’t easy. Between legacy systems, fragmented reporting, and rapidly changing requirements, complexity is the rule – not the exception.
But that’s exactly where we thrive.
At it|venture, we’ve spent years working alongside firms in Private Equity, Credit, Real Estate, Infrastructure, and Secondaries. Through it all, we’ve seen the patterns, and the pitfalls, of complex data environments. More importantly, we’ve learned what it takes to make them work.
Here are three key takeaways from our experience in the field:
Complexity is inevitable but it can be managed
No two firms are exactly alike, and neither are their data challenges. Different fund structures, multiple systems, scattered spreadsheets, and evolving investor demands all create layers of complexity.
Trying to eliminate that complexity is often a losing game. Instead, the real goal is to manage it intelligently: with the right architecture, governance, and workflows in place to ensure your data works with you, not against you.
Alignment matters
Too often, data and technology projects are treated in isolation from business strategy. The result? Tools that don’t reflect how teams actually work, or dashboards that miss what decision-makers truly need.
The best outcomes happen when technology and strategy are aligned from day one. That means involving stakeholders across the firm, understanding key decisions and reporting needs, and building systems that support real business value—not just technical performance.
Customisation wins
Off-the-shelf tools can offer a quick start—but they rarely go the distance. The nuances of private markets demand tailored solutions that reflect your operating model, your structure, and your goals.
We’ve found that the most successful firms treat technology not as a cost centre, but as a differentiator – investing in solutions that adapt to their needs, rather than the other way around.
The it|venture approach
At it|venture, we don’t just advise, we design, build, and run data environments that deliver real insight – no matter how complex the starting point.
We partner with our clients, align with their goals, and create systems that evolve with the business. Data shouldn’t be a burden – it should be your edge.
If your data feels more like a problem than a solution, let’s talk.
