The Pensions Administration Standards Association (PASA), the independent body committed to improving pensions administration standards, has appointed PwC as its Expert Partner for Data. This appointment marks PASA’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the standards and quality of pension administration across the industry, with data being at the core of effective pension scheme administration and management.
Kristy Cotton has chaired the PASA Data Working Group for over 5 years, leading a group of industry data experts and developing guidance and thought leadership publications on data. Cotton has recently joined PwC, further bolstering PwC’s data expertise, and PASA is delighted Kristy will continue in the role of Chair under PwC.
PASA Chair, Kim Gubler, remarked: “We’re thrilled to welcome PwC as our Data Expert Partner. Harnessing the power of data technology, including gen AI, can unlock valuable insights and drive better decision-making and outcomes for members, and it’s imperative our Expert Partner is able to lead the way in this area. PwC demonstrate expertise and strategic focus in the pensions data space and their deep understanding of the third-party administration market and their commitment to technology and innovation make them the perfect fit for this role.”
Gareth Henty, Head of Pensions at PwC, commented: “This partnership underscores our strategic focus in data, benefits and operations of pension schemes, harnessing PwC’s technology and data expertise. PASA’s commitment to data excellence and advancement, supported by our expertise and technological focus, will drive significant advancements for the industry, setting new benchmarks for data management and useability, benefiting pension schemes and their members alike. We look forward to working closely with PASA to drive positive change and deliver lasting value.”
