Technology Systems and Software
208 white papers and resources
Big Data and Smart Trading
Under discussion is the convergence of big data and smart trading, leading to the rapid development of new, profitable trading strategies. These strategies extract and harness information from a myriad of conventional and not-so conventional data sources, often on a massive scale.
Continuous Intelligence from Real-Time Business Events
A continuous flow of new information about markets, customers and partners seems to be ever growing in business. This white paper discusses technical systems that continuously glean intelligence from real-time business events.
Deliver Trusted Data and Deeper Insights
Effective data management is a pivotal strategy for banks and financial institutions. This white paper discusses the options that are available, and how this benefits transparency, cost-reduction and the the working practices of business users.
Capital Markets Guide 2012
Rapid change across business processes, technology and strategies has pushed much change in markets and financial services firms. This white paper reviews challenges for financial institutions: looking at Big Data, risk exposure, vacillating regulations and the latest advanced trading techniques.
Assessing the true value and risks of financial services data warehousing
Financial data warehousing projects foretell lower costs, raised productivity and improved visibility. Rarely mentioned is that they can be the most expensive, lengthy, political and difficult of all IT projects. How can risk be lowered and substantial results produced in the shortest time?
Transform to Grow: The New Face of Banking
Banks have seen tremendous changes occurring in the way they need to serve corporate customers. Key drivers include slow economic growth and the effects of regulatory changes. This white paper looks at the impact that these challenges have on banks and what technology can do to support the new face…
How can technology help manage risk in insurance companies?
Insurers rely on their abilities to assess risk and have a detailed understanding of their customer needs. The right strategies and tools help to optimise performance and make faster, better-informed, risk related decisions. Technology can play an important role within this risk management process.
The Impact of the Cloud on the Hedge Fund Industry
As cloud-based processing and data storage is embraced by hedge funds and fast becoming the norm, there are enormous opportunities. This case study looks at how Derivitec turned to Microsoft's hybrid offering as a solution.
Setting the Stage: FATCA Compliance
The Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act stands to transform the global tax framework and how financial institutions track and report on their clients’ financial assets. With the law slated to come into effect in 2013, its implications and how financial institutions need to prepare is considered.
Meeting the Requirements of Emerging Regulations in Finance, Risk and Treasury Operations
Banks must meet ever more varied regulations. The sheer scale and scope of banking regulations, including Dodd-Frank, Basel III and IFRS, pose challenges to all financial institutions. This white paper discusses how to minimise these risks through aligning finance, risk and treasury operations.