Reconciliation and exception management processes are converging with automation and artificial intelligence (A.I.) technologies, and the union could be much more than an upgrade from manual processes. If managed correctly, it could be a quantum leap forward, resulting in Ops reborn as a forward-looking trend tracking system for the front office. Yet adoption faces significant… Read More >>
Major Ops Industry Players Put Blockchain to the Test
The raging romance between financial services firms and blockchain technologies is heading toward a new phase where projects, tests and proof-of-concept efforts are beginning to yield results that will help industry players revamp or even replace key securities operations. Over the last few weeks, the signs have been encouraging: Deutsche Börse Group and HQLAX have… Read More >>
Reasons to Celebrate the Spring Holidays
Suddenly, we’re moving toward the Spring holidays for many religions (and Spring breaks for many schools). While these are times for fun and adventure with loved ones, they are also opportunities for reflection. As for the securities industry, there are many good reasons to be anxious. Firms and Ops staffs are facing the next wave… Read More >>