This document discusses investment monitoring and portfolio management. It addresses the differences between portfolio management and secondary markets. It also discusses how investors can create value through board seats or by providing subject matter expertise. However, it notes that board seats have limitations and pain points. Subject matter experts can theoretically create value but may clash with entrepreneurs. The document also discusses designing management information systems and signs that investors should watch out for, such as revenue/expense quality. It concludes by discussing the difference between value addition and back seat driving when investors are monitoring companies in their portfolios.