The EDCI has several value propositions for General Partners
Our GP members are central in supporting our mission to advance convergence across the private markets, and generate useful, comparable, performance-based data.
For a full overview of GP membership, download the membership overview deck.
Every GP member of the EDCI benefits from the following value propositions:
EDCI Membership
Show your commitment to advancing sustainability data quality while accessing exclusive member benefits (e.g., working groups, member events)
Streamlined Data Collection
Simplify reporting processes, saving time and reducing burden on both GPs and portfolio companies
Data Validation
Improve data accuracy and consistency through a structured validation process conducted by EDCI
Efficient Data Sharing
Respond to LP data requests by seamlessly sharing validated data via EDCI’s secure systems
Self-Serve Benchmark Insights
Respond to LP data requests by seamlessly sharing validated data via EDCI’s secure systems
Annual EDCI insights deck
Receive BCG-authored analysis and sustainability trend reports offering deeper context on sustainability in private markets
GP members can also unlock additional benefits through upgrading to the Analytics membership tier:
Heatmaps & Benchmarks
Visualize PortCo performance using EDCI generated tailored benchmarks (like-for-like comparisons for your portfolio) and advanced analytics (e.g., NZIF/PMDR hypotheses)
Enhanced Member Support
Benefit from fast-tracked data validation and dedicated support with 48-hour response time
Proactive Data Sharing
Strengthen positioning with LPs by proactively sharing customizable elements of your validated EDCI dataset with LP members
Tech Platform Visualization
View benchmarks and analytics directly within EDCI partner platforms
Due Diligence Tool
Launching in 2025, compare potential investment targets’ performance against EDCI tailored benchmarks
+ Add-on Debrief
Analytics GPs can enhance their membership with a tailored debrief session with BCG, offering in-depth analysis of PortCo insights and identifying opportunities for value creation.
What does it mean for General Partners to be part of this initiative?
To participate, GPs agree to:
- Determine funds that will take part in the initiative (while we recognize GPs may start with a subset of their investment strategies, the expectation is this will increase over time, as feasible)
- On a best-efforts basis, track EDCI metrics, with an emphasis on core metrics
- Abide by the EDCI Metrics Guidance to the extent possible and explain deviations
- As requested, provide EDCI data to LPs, preferably using the data sharing functionality on the EDCI portal, or related template
- Submit data to the EDCI for participating portfolio companies by April 30 each year
- Be publicly associated with the initiative
- Voluntary: serve on working groups or self-nominate to join the Steering Committee