A Guide to Implementing Hedgebook TRMS
Time to value matters. Treasurers want clear visibility over their hedging contracts and FX exposures – with minimum fuss to get there. Change can be challenging, so reducing the friction of moving from the current process to the next is critical. A well designed Treasury Risk Management Solution (TRMS) can go live rapidly if inputs are ready and workflows are kept tight – even for organisations with exposure to multiple currency pairs.
Why speed is achievable
Hedgebook has designed a user onboarding path that emphasises accessibility and a short setup cycle (typically ~24 hours) with minimal training for nontechnical users. The key is to focus on getting an accurate view of exposures and hedging on day one, then be disciplined in maintaining the data.
Prepare the right inputs
Forecast cashflows, existing hedges, budget rates and policy limits. These four data points drive the first exposure view and ensure scenario testing reflects reality. If cashflows and hedges are accurate, the initial chart will already answer common board questions on coverage and timing.
Hedgebook also enables you to quickly visualise the impacts of alternative market forecasts. Test these scenarios against your cashflow forecasts and hedges (current and hypothetical) so you understand the risk position. Easily share with the key decision makers internally and externally.
Switch on valuations and sensitivities
Independent mark to markets across financial instruments (FX forwards, options and interest rate swaps) underpin month end reporting and audit readiness. Whether you are reporting under full IFRS or a reduced disclosure framework, Hedgebook has you covered. IFRS 9 fair value, IFRS 7 sensitivity reporting and IFRS 13 CVA/DVA are all catered for. Hedgebook’s Valuations Tool is designed for on demand runs with concise reports that are easy to file and share.
Optional connectivity and security
If you plan to build in deeper automation, Hedgebook’s Public API can autoload deals and feed valuations back into internal dashboards without manual steps. It supports bidirectional flows. Security follows SSL standards with two way encryption.
Change management in practice
Keep training brief and practical: one session on exposure views and scenarios; one session on valuations and reports. Align the reporting calendar early and agree responsibilities (treasury, finance, advisors) so handoffs are clear. In the first month, measure success by time saved, reduction in spreadsheet reconciliation, and stakeholder clarity.
What success looks like after week one
- Exposure chart reflects real forecasts and hedges.
- Scenario reports answer “what if” questions crisply.
- Independent valuations and sensitivity outputs are available on demand.
- Security and access are confirmed (roles, remote access).
We have achieved this for users all over the world. Let us show you how it could work for your team.
Request a demo of Hedgebook TRMS here.
