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CIO 2018 Technology Trends: Powering AI

Posted on January 17, 2018 by Ian

In my last blog I discussed Digital Reality as a key CIO trend for 2018. In this post I will be discussing Powering AI. In 2018, Artificial Intelligence will become established and widely recognised within Banks.  A recent EY report identified that: “40% … Continue reading →

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CIO 2018 Technology Trends: Digital Reality

Posted on January 11, 2018 by Ian

2017 was an eventful year for technology. Who would have guessed that bitcoin would surpass all expectations and increase in value by 1,600% within a year? While I am more than happy to leave others to speculate on the merits … Continue reading →

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Improve Operational Efficiency with Robotic Process Automation

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Ian

Software robotics has received significant attention in the last 12 months with the popular press speculating that we are now entering a 2nd Machine Age. While Robotic Process Automation #RPA can trace its heritage back to data centre automation, the … Continue reading →

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Cost Benefits of RPA

Posted on October 23, 2017 by Ian

RPA offers significant cost benefits ($5,400) when compared to a standard back office resource in the US, UK and Australia (averaging $43,880). A fully loaded RPA software robot is equivalent to 11-14% of a full time equivalent person. This compares to 75% of … Continue reading →

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Adding Value Through Robotics and Artificial Intelligence

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Ian

A successful keynote presentation on Adding Value Through Robotics and Artificial Intelligence at a leading Finance conference in Stockholm. In addition to showcasing my industry insight and expertise to drive operational efficiency improvements, I demonstrated how to create a software robotic process (RPA) live on stage. Pictured … Continue reading →

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Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

Posted on October 17, 2017 by Ian

Getting ready to share my industry knowledge, speaking on Robotic Process Automation #RPA at leading #finance conference in Stockholm.

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Transforming the Wealth Management Industry

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Ian

The wealth management industry is facing one of its biggest challenges for decades. Rapid developments in technology are changing client behaviour with increased demand for self service and personalisation. At the same time investment requirements are becoming increasingly specialised and … Continue reading →

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How to build a Digital Dream Team

Posted on June 13, 2017 by Ian

Many organisations are pivoting to new digital business models, requiring large parts of the employee base to adopt a digital business value chain. At the same time, digital experiments such as innovation labs and new digital products have delivered notable … Continue reading →

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Time to Reboot Corporate Banking – Is Everyone Ready ?

Posted on June 5, 2017 by Ian

Corporate banking is often seen to be removed from the digital disruption that has shook many traditional industries such as retail, music and travel. In an industry that has operated as a relationship business, many corporate banking customers have shifted … Continue reading →

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Banking As A Utility Changes Everything

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Ian

In today’s highly competitive landscape, banks are facing an ever demanding challenge from an increasing cost base and declining revenues, coupled with rising compliance costs and capital requirements. At the same time, increasing customer demands, internal pressures to identify new … Continue reading →

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