BrightScope Inc. operates as a financial information and technology company that provides independent financial information, and investment research and analysis solutions. The company offers retirement plan ratings and investment analytics to participants, plan sponsors, asset managers, and advisors; and directory of financial advisors in the United States. It also provides advisory services in the areas of financial planning, insurance, pension consulting, portfolio management, accounting and tax, legal, and other areas. The company serves Fortune 1000 companies, individual investors, corporate plan sponsors, asset managers, broker-dealers, financial advisors, and other market participants. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in San Diego, California. As of November 1, 2016, BrightScope Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Strategic Insight Inc.