The launch is part of a continuing trend of advisors and clients making increased use of mobile technologies in recent years, although research firms say the industry still has a long way to go to make full use of such devices.

“Wealth managers across all tiers of the industry are seeking to redefine and rebuild their relationships with their clients in order to protect and grow their clients and revenues,” SunGard said in a statement.

According to Forrester Research, in a report issued in February, three-quarters of the world’s population are connected to information through mobile devices.