• The investment policy is the backbone of the investment process. It outlines the procedures which must be followed in the selection, monitoring and removal of investment options. .
  • A well written Investment Policy for a defined contribution plan includes the following:
    • A statement regarding the plans intention to comply with section 404(c) of ERISA
    • A description of the investment committee, who makes it up, when they meet and what their responsibilities are
    • A description of the asset classes to be included in the plan
    • A description of the process for selecting and monitoring funds.
  • The policy must be executed and then lived by.