DTCC CTM SBH Broker Questionnaire Question Title * 1. Does your firm use DTCC CTM? Yes No Plan to use in the future Other (please specify) Question Title * 2. What are the main reasons for adopting CTM in your firm? Improved trade efficiency Reduced operational risks Streamlined trade confirmation and settlement Cost savings and efficiencies Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. What are the key benefits you have experienced with CTM implementation? Faster trade processing Enhanced accuracy in trade settlements Better visibility into trade lifecycle Improved communication with counterparties all of the above Other (please specify) Question Title * 4. What other positive aspects or advantages have you observed with CTM usage? Improved data accuracy Faster settlement cycles Simplified reconciliation processes Other (please specify) Question Title * 5. Have you encountered any challenges or drawbacks while using CTM? Yes, (please specify) ___________________. No, we haven't faced any significant challenges. Not applicable (we haven't used CTM long enough to determine challenges) Other (please specify) Question Title * 6. Are there any specific limitations or areas where CTM falls short of meeting your expectations? Yes, please describe the limitations. No, CTM meets our expectations. Other (please specify) Question Title * 7. How responsive and helpful has the CTM support team been in addressing your concerns or issues? Very responsive and helpful Somewhat responsive and helpful Not responsive or helpful Not applicable (we haven't interacted with the support team) Other (please specify) Question Title * 8. Do you believe there is room for improvement in terms of CTM's functionalities or features? Yes, please provide suggestions. No, CTM's functionalities are adequate Not applicable (we haven't identified specific improvements) Other (please specify) Question Title * 9. Is CTM willing to customize their output to match client needs? Yes, provide example below. No. Not applicable. Other (please specify) Question Title * 10. What are the different levels of trade discrepancy resolution in CTM, based on complexity? Basic Moderate Advanced Complex Other (please specify) Question Title * 11. How has the adoption of CTM impacted your post-trade processes, contributed to reducing operational risks, streamlined trade confirmation and settlement processes, and enhanced collaboration and communication with counterparties? Reduced manual intervention Improved audit trail Faster and more reliable communication Enhanced third party data sharing capabilities. Improved transparency in trade status. Other (please specify) Done
