Black&Callow gains a competitive edge

While offering an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution for IPO (initial public offering) documentation.

At a glance

New value for banks

Black&Callow adds new value for banks and their relationships with investors.

Hosted online services

Two hosted online services launched: iRoadshow+ and IPO Research Online+.. Platforms help Black&Callow to compete effectively in the online roadshow marketplace

IPO-related roadshows

Banks can provide IPO-related roadshow presentations and research documents online

Environmentally Concious

Digital services – rather than printed copies – save money and benefit the environment

Investors get faster access

Investors get faster access via desktops and mobile devices

"The new platform is robust, which is important as thousands of people could be viewing content at any one time. Navigating and interacting with the reports – the ability to add notes and questions, and quickly return to key sections – is a powerful time saver. Mobile access, via smartphones and tablets, is supported too."

Stephen P, Sales Consultant, Black&Callow

About Black&Callow

With a history that goes back 125 years, Black&Callow is a leading financial printing and communications company. It works for investment banks around the world that are seeking to attract investors for public market listings of large established companies, as well as mergers or acquisitions.

The Challenge

Black&Callow recognised a growing need for banks to provide IPO-related roadshow presentations and research documents online – as an alternative to circulating printed copies. Going digital would save time, benefit the environment and enable faster access for investors. After initially trying a third-party virtual data room service, Black&Callow realised it needed its own, customisable software.

Our Solution

As a Microsoft Gold Partner, One Beyond built the new platforms using the latest web technologies – with hosting on Azure. Banks can invite potential investors to the iRoadshow portal with a limited-time code, giving them quick access to highlights of a new investment opportunity. Via the IPO Research portal, would-be investors can view presentations in real time, highlight sections of interest and add notes.

A closer look at features and benefits

One Beyond praised for agile, collaborative, sprint-based approach to development

The ability to add notes and questions to reports proves to be a powerful time saver

Investment banks receive rich feedback on investor activity – helping to gauge interest, so teams can follow up and better focus campaigns

Black&Callow can build on features and functionality over time to add more value for clients

"We have been struck by One Beyond’s professionalism, openness and flexibility. They’ve been incredibly accommodating and responsive. Working with them has been a great experience. We genuinely feel that they care, and that we’re in safe hands. That’s huge."