--- title: The SEC's Proposed Regulation E-Delivery Could Reshape How Firms Communicate with Investors description: The SEC's proposed Regulation E-Delivery aims to make electronic communication the standard for investor disclosures, enhancing accessibility while maintaining the option for paper copies. image: https://blog.stpis.com/hubfs/shutterstock_2787778369.jpg --- [![STP\_header\_logo](https://blog.stpis.com/hs-fs/hubfs/STP%20Growth%20Child/STP_header_logo.png?width=75&height=94&name=STP_header_logo.png "STP_header_logo")](http://stpis.com) - [FAQs](https://stpis.com/faqs-fund-administration-compliance-managed-services/) - [About](https://stpis.com/about/) - [About STP](https://stpis.com/about/) - [History](https://stpis.com/history/) - [Team](https://stpis.com/people/) - [STP Careers](https://stpis.com/careers/) - [STP Culture](https://stpis.com/careers/culture/) - [Benefits](https://stpis.com/careers/benefits/) - [Diversite, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging (DEIB)](https://stpis.com/careers/deib/) - [Hiring Process](https://stpis.com/careers/hiring-process/) [Portal Login](https://portal.stpis.com/) [Connect With Us](https://stpis.com/connect-with-us/) - [Who We Serve](https://stpis.com/who-we-serve/) - [Institutional Managers Investment operations services and innovative software for the front, middle, and back office.](https://stpis.com/who-we-serve/institutional-managers/) - [Wealth Managers Custom and turnkey asset management programs to grow assets and support clients.](https://stpis.com/who-we-serve/wealth-managers/) - [Emerging Managers Best-in-class full service solution to springboard your startup to the next level.](https://stpis.com/who-we-serve/emerging-managers/) - [Private Fund Advisors Comprehensive suite of fund administration, compliance, account and investor reporting services](https://stpis.com/who-we-serve/private-fund-advisors/) - [What We Do](https://stpis.com/services/) - [Investment Operations Outsourcing End-to-end investment operations and trading services.](https://stpis.com/services/investment-operations-outsourcing/) - [Fund Services Complete suite of services that deliver best-in-class fund administration.](https://stpis.com/services/fund-administration-services/) - [Compliance Services Get oversight that keeps you compliant and ready for changing regulatory requirements.](https://stpis.com/services/compliance/) - [Managed Services Designed to reduce operational burden, streamline workflows, and help you scale without adding headcount.](https://stpis.com/services/managed-services/) - [Trade Settlements Streamline processes, increase efficiency, and mitigate risk with post-trade settlement services.](https://stpis.com/services/trade-settlements/) - [Reconciliation Services Automate reconciliation tasks and strengthen oversight with reconciliation dashboards.](https://stpis.com/services/reconciliation/) - [BluePrint](https://stpis.com/blueprint/) - [Why STP](https://stpis.com/why-stp/) - [STP Knowledge Hub](https://stpis.com/stp-knowledge-hub/) - [Perspectives Fresh, original STP content written by members of our team, covering a broad range of topics.](https://blog.stpis.com/blog) - [STP in the News Our take on industry articles and topics written by our colleagues across the financial services space.](https://stpis.com/stp-knowledge-hub/in-the-news/) - [Case Studies Explore real-world success stories that highlight how we've helped clients overcome challenges, drive growth, and achieve their goals.](https://stpis.com/stp-knowledge-hub/case-studies/) - [Strategic Insights Stay ahead of regulatory changes, operational challenges, and industry shifts. Download our strategic insights to equip your firm with expert guidance on compliance, operations, and growth strategies.](https://stpis.com/stp-knowledge-hub/strategic-insights/) Jul 2026 # The SEC's Proposed Regulation E-Delivery Could Reshape How Firms Communicate with Investors [Deanna Hutchinson](https://blog.stpis.com/blog/author/deanna-hutchinson) Share: [facebook-f icon](http://www.facebook.com/share.php?u=https://blog.stpis.com/blog/the-secs-proposed-regulation-e-delivery-could-reshape-how-firms-communicate-with-investors) [linkedin-in icon](http://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://blog.stpis.com/blog/the-secs-proposed-regulation-e-delivery-could-reshape-how-firms-communicate-with-investors) [Twitter icon](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?url=https://blog.stpis.com/blog/the-secs-proposed-regulation-e-delivery-could-reshape-how-firms-communicate-with-investors) [pinterest-p icon](http://pinterest.com/pin/create/link/?url=https://blog.stpis.com/blog/the-secs-proposed-regulation-e-delivery-could-reshape-how-firms-communicate-with-investors) [envelope icon](mailto:?body=https://blog.stpis.com/blog/the-secs-proposed-regulation-e-delivery-could-reshape-how-firms-communicate-with-investors) The SEC's Proposed Regulation E-Delivery Could Reshape How Firms Communicate with Investors 2:12 [SEC.gov | SEC Proposes New E-Delivery Approach to Make Information More Readily Accessible and Useful for Investors](https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2026-67-sec-proposes-new-e-delivery-approach-make-information-more-readily-accessible-useful-investors?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery) If adopted, the proposal would allow electronic delivery to become the default method for providing many required disclosures, replacing the SEC's longstanding guidance-based approach with a formal rule framework while preserving investors' right to receive paper copies upon request. The proposal would apply to a wide range of documents, including prospectuses, shareholder reports, proxy statements, trade confirmations, Form CRS, and Form ADV Part 2 brochures. For firms, the potential benefits are clear: reduced printing and mailing costs, more efficient disclosure processes, and a more accessible and user-friendly investor experience. Additionally, investors stand to benefit from more accessible, timely, and convenient electronic access to disclosures while retaining the option to receive paper copies. The proposal, however, is also a reminder for compliance teams to start preparing now. Key areas to assess include: - Disclosure delivery procedures - Recordkeeping and delivery tracking capabilities - Technology infrastructure and data governance - Vendor oversight - Policies, procedures, and supervisory controls - Investor communication and education strategies The shift to default e-delivery would require coordination across Compliance, Legal, Operations, IT, Client Service, and Vendor Management teams to ensure firms remain compliant while enhancing the investor experience. As the SEC's 60-day comment period gets underway, now is a good time for firms to evaluate their readiness and identify any gaps that could impact implementation. **Looking Ahead** While the SEC is still seeking public comment, the proposal provides a clear indication of the direction regulators are moving. Firms that begin evaluating their disclosure delivery processes now will be better positioned to adapt if Regulation E-Delivery is adopted. More broadly, the proposal presents an opportunity to modernize investor communications, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the overall disclosure experience. 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