By Published On: February 5, 2025

Vol. 2


Connect, Innovate, Elevate

Your trusted companion in navigating the ever-evolving world of banking transformation.
Innovation isn’t optional—it’s essential. Every small step can ignite monumental change. This week, we’re sharing actionable strategies, success stories, and insights to help you:
  • Bridge organizational silos and integrate innovation.
  • Navigate transformation with proven execution strategies.
  • Celebrate team successes with shared milestones.
Ready to reshape the future of banking? Let’s dive in!

From Isolation to Integration

Embracing Innovation with Valued Team Updates

Many of you have been enjoying our “Tip of the Day” series, and we’re so grateful for your engagement! To make it even easier for you to implement these ideas, here’s a quick recap of our last 10 tips on how to 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗮𝗻𝗸 more efficiently. You will find tips like:

Picture a brilliant innovation team bursting with groundbreaking ideas—yet tucked away in the basement, disconnected from the bank’s core strategy. Too often, they have the resources but lack the spotlight. Discover how to bring them out of the shadows and unlock their true potential.

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Hybrid Conversion

Tailoring Transformation to Fit Every Need

This week, we’re diving into the dynamic world of core banking transformations with a spotlight on Hybrid Conversion—a strategy that blends multiple methodologies to create customized transformation pathways. Whether your bank is navigating a merger, dealing with varying readiness across teams, or simply seeking a tailored approach, Hybrid Conversion offers the flexibility to adapt and thrive.

Illustration of Hybrid Conversion benefits, including flexibility and controlled risks, balanced against challenges like consistency issues and resource demands in core banking transformation.

Read on to explore how this innovative approach can balance complexity with precision, helping your bank stay on course in its transformation journey.

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Incremental conversion

Navigating a core banking transformation

step by step

Diagram illustrating the benefits and challenges of Incremental Conversion, including risk management, operational continuity, flexibility, extended timeline, resource intensity, and clear communication.

Big changes don’t have to be overwhelming. Explore the benefits of Incremental Conversion and see how breaking transformations into manageable steps can ensure smoother operations and better outcomes.

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Reflecting on Execution Strategies

Choosing the Right Path for Your Bank’s Transformation

Circular infographic illustrating core banking transformation strategies: Incremental Conversion for gradual updates, Big Bang Conversion for decisive changes, Phased Conversion for module-based updates, and Parallel Conversion for running old and new systems concurrently.

At a crossroads in your core banking transformation? Dive into the pros and cons of Big Bang, Phased, Parallel, and Incremental approaches to find the strategy that fits your bank’s unique needs.

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From budget black hole

to celebratory milestone

Embracing shared success in core banking

Ever felt like your budget was vanishing into a black hole? Learn how banking teams can align resources, achieve shared milestones, and celebrate collective success.

Find out how


“Tip of the Day” Series

Ready to build a more innovative bank? From collaborating with fintechs to launching new customer-centric products, these 10 practical tips will help you stay ahead in a rapidly changing industry.

  1. Build an Innovation Culture: Start recognizing one creative idea per week—highlight it during team meetings to build momentum for innovation.
  2. Collaborate with Fintechs: Research and schedule a call with one fintech company this month to explore possible partnerships.

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Core Banking News

What’s Happening in Core Banking This Week?

Core banking is evolving faster than ever, and staying ahead means keeping up with the latest shifts shaping the industry. From strategic acquisitions and renewed partnerships to transformative tech investments, the last two weeks have been buzzing with impactful developments. Whether it’s Visa bolstering its BaaS capabilities or De Volksbank doubling down on cloud-native platforms, these stories highlight how financial institutions are reimagining their core systems to thrive in a digital-first world.

Hypothekarbank Lenzburg acquires stake in Sutor Bank to drive BaaS (The Paypers)

Hypothekarbank Lenzburg invests in Sutor Bank to supercharge its Banking-as-a-Service strategy.

 

De Volksbank renews core banking contract with Ohpen (IBS Intelligence)

De Volksbank extends its partnership with Ohpen to power core banking on a cloud-native platform, fueling faster product rollouts.

 

Visa closes Pismo acquisition, expanding software services for banks (Payments Dive)

Visa finalizes its deal with Pismo, aiming to modernize bank systems and speed up new product launches worldwide.

 

LOL Technologies & Microsoft Team Up on Azure (Daily Mirror)

LOLC embraces Azure for faster updates, improved services, and stronger data security in core banking.

 

QNB Egypt Taps SBS for Core Banking Overhaul (IBS Intelligence)

QNB Egypt looks to modernize infrastructure, cut complexity, and boost innovation with SBS.

 

Ready for More?

Dive into the highlights to see how leaders in the banking space are tackling innovation, efficiency, and scalability head-on. Let these stories inspire your own transformation journey.

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