Octane's investment process consists of three phases and can be summarised as follows:

• Platform construction - sourcing of fund managers
• Solution construction - designing bespoke solutions for clients
• Ongoing management - risk monitoring and management

Octane uses a sophisticated screening process based on quantitative and qualitative scoring criteria.

This screening is done in accordance with pre-determined risk characteristics. Funds that fall within a given risk bracket are sourced on a basis consistent with the pre-determined parameters defined by Octane for that particular risk bracket.

The team at Octane focuses on identifying funds that will add value over time by producing consistent risk-adjusted returns. Funds assessments are based on:

• Quality of the investment process
• Experience of the investment team
• Likely future success of the business.