
Overview
The Performance Watcher Widget is a no-cost, plug-and-play benchmarking tool for PMS and core banking platforms. It leverages anonymised real-world portfolio data from the PW community to deliver intuitive, peer-based performance insights, transforming static reporting into dynamic, risk-adjusted comparisons.
Key Benefits
1. Value-Added Benchmarking
Live Peer Comparisons: Based on real discretionary portfolios from across the industry.
Visual Insights with the Perfometer: Simple, client-friendly display showing portfolio positioning against peers (“the Weather”).
Daily Updated Indices (PWI⁺): Risk-profiled, currency-specific benchmarks reflecting actual market behaviour.
2. Differentiation & Trust
Institutional-Grade Tools: Deliver a capability often reserved for large wealth managers.
Transparency & Simplicity: Clear performance communication builds client trust.
White-Labeled: Runs under your brand, with discreet “Powered by PW” signature.
3. Zero Cost, Zero Commitment
Free Access: No licensing or per-user fees.
Affiliate Revenue: Share in revenue if clients convert to the PW platform via the widget.
Seamless Distribution: Can be deployed to all clients by default (opt-out model).
Implementation Steps
1. Confirm Scope
Define objectives, data sources, and KPIs.
Assign roles for project ownership and technical liaison.
2. Data Access & Setup
Share access credentials and documentation.
Prepare data feeds (see below for requirements).
3. Pilot Integration
Deploy test widget.
Validate metrics, review client experience.
4. Final Launch
Activate for broader client base.
Coordinate marketing and communication strategy.
Technical Requirements
Data Contribution (Anonymized):
Field | Description |
|---|---|
Portfolio ID | Unique, anonymized ID |
Reference Currency | ISO format (CHF, EUR, etc.) |
Daily NAV | Portfolio value |
Daily Inflows | Transactions affecting performance |
Daily Outflows | Transactions affecting performance |
Risk Profile | Categorical or numeric risk level |
Performance Dates | Minimum 3-month YTD history |
Formats: API (CSV or JSON via SFTP also available)
Security: Fully anonymized, GDPR/nLPD compliant.
Integration Options
Method | Description |
|---|---|
Iframe | Easiest to implement; embeds widget with minimal setup. |
JS Web Component | Lightweight, standalone component allowing more flexible integration in SPAs. |
Both methods are fully supported and include templates and snippets to accelerate onboarding. Ideal for dashboards, portals, or client apps.
Optional Add-Ons
Widget Plus: Adds relative peer positioning.
"The Analyse": Full analytical dashboard with risk/return graphs and stats.
PWI⁺ Indices Feed: For proprietary reporting or enhanced integration.
Tests
You can adjust the parameters to observe the changes in colour, weather and data.
🌐 Small Widget test : https://widget.performance-watcher.com/small-perfometer?test=true&perfometerZone=1&returnZone=-1&volatilityZone=-2