Financial Services

Financial institutions across the spectrum, whether it be banks, credit unions, or wealth management firms, are beginning to face a challenge that threatens their very survival.   Various headlines paint a sobering picture:  Moody’s Cut’s Ratings of 10 US banks and puts some big names on downgrade watch  Credit card delinquencies surged in 2023, indicating […]

Uncovering the Challenge A leading wealth and asset management firm recently sought our financial services expertise for a critical challenge. Relying on complex spreadsheets for portfolio analysis, the firm faced operational hurdles due to immense computing demands. Our Approach: Transforming Operations through Strategic Consulting Our team embraced the challenge, conducting a meticulous two-week analysis to […]

Open Banking is going to do for the banking industry what the introduction of the Apple smart phone did for cell phones. What is Open Banking?  Open banking transforms the way financial data is shared and accessed, allowing third-party data providers and other banks to access financial data in traditional banking systems through application programming […]

A top-leading bank, grappling with business and regulatory challenges, faced scrutiny after failing the Federal Reserve’s annual stress test. Addressing these deficiencies required a comprehensive approach, leading to the establishment of critical programs like the US Bank Holding Company (BHC) regulatory and comprehensive capital analysis and review (CCAR) program. To bolster its capabilities and ensure […]

Insurers are constantly striving to improve their operations, provide better experiences for customers, and minimize risks. Perficient insurance experts were interviewed for Forrester’s report, “The Top Emerging Technologies In Insurance, 2024,” and discussed technologies expected to emerge in the insurance industry over the next five years, considering them now, and in the short-term, medium-term, and […]

2024 is going to be a transformative year for the financial services sector, marked by technological strides and innovative trends. Perficient’s financial services experts helped to provide valuable insights that unveil a tapestry of trends that will reshape the industry in the upcoming year. Client Retention and Personalization at Scale Financial services institutions are increasingly […]

In an era where automation plays a pivotal role in reshaping businesses, selecting the right partner for automation fabric services is critical. Forrester’s report, The Automation Fabric Services Landscape, Q1 2024, offers insights into the evolving landscape and recognizes notable providers in the industry. Perficient is listed among these notable providers as a large automation […]

Co-authored by Perficient’s Wealth and Asset Principal: Gerardo Montemayor Influenced by an array of factors spanning from the transfer of generational wealth to technological progressions, Gerardo Montemayor, Perficient’s Principal in Wealth and Asset Management, has offered valuable insights into the trends poised to reshape the industry in the approaching year. 1. Wealth Transfer As older […]

Protecting financial institutions from the perils of high-level embezzlement requires a proactive approach rooted in ethical conduct and stringent compliance measures. To fortify defenses against such threats, financial entities must implement proactive measures aimed at ensuring ethical conduct and compliance within their organizations.   This blog outlines five key strategies to safeguard your business and mitigate […]

Perficient is proud to be presenting at the upcoming ISITC Annual Securities Operations Summit, taking place March 24–26 in Boston.   At this thirtieth annual event, participants will engage in discussions about important issues and opportunities, forging the way to a strong future in financial services. The event promises to be jam-packed with informative presentations hosted by leaders […]

On December 13, 2023, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made a landmark decision by voting to adopt significant rule changes mandating central clearing of certain secondary market transactions within the U.S. Treasury market. These transactions include repurchases (repos), reverse repurchases (reverse repos) and U.S. Treasury securities. The rule change, one of the most substantial […]

This blog was co-authored by Perficient banking expert: Scott Albahary A slowing global economy, coupled with a divergent economic landscape, poses challenges for the banking industry in 2024. Driven by technological advancements, regulatory changes, and shifting consumer preferences, the banking industry must evolve and respond accordingly. As institutions adapt, Perficient’s financial services expert, Scott Albahary, […]