FinTech Magazine October 2024 | Page 93

DIGITAL BANKING

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% of software vendors and consultants expect a 10-25 % reduction in IT costs from adopting SOA standards Bian shift in both foundational technologies and operational data models and therefore the business model it is operating in .”

Zach Burks explains that integrating third-party services into Mintable ’ s digital ecosystem is relatively straightforward due to its advanced backend architecture , which he compares to Amazon Web Services . “ Integrating thirdparty services isn ’ t much of a challenge for us because Mintable ’ s systems are built similarly to Amazon Web Services , operating seamlessly in the backend ,” he explains . This allows for a smooth process , whether they are incorporating legacy financial systems or mobile apps . “ Whether integrating with financial systems using legacy code or a mobile app , it ’ s as simple as making an API call .”
Ecosytems and innovation “ Our Coreless Banking initiative was designed to integrate existing banking infrastructure into the digital open banking ecosystem . We launched the initiative as part of one of our working groups , in collaboration with banks and
technology providers like HSBC , Zafin , IBM and JP Morgan Chase ,” says Hans .
“ Coreless banking empowers banks to select the software vendors needed to obtain the best application area solution , without concerns about interoperability and being constrained to the service providers that share the same technical language . By integrating proprietary messages into one standard message model , it helps to speed up legacy banks ’ path to digitisation and standardisation by adopting a ‘ plug-and-play ’ solution . It also enhances the speed these banks can deliver tailored , high-quality services in line with the latest technology for their customer base .”
Rory Yates also highlights how ecosystem-based models act as a catalyst for innovation by facilitating the implementation of new technologies and services on a large scale . According to Rory , innovation in banking is not merely about conceptualising ideas in a controlled lab environment but about “ achieving it at scale by creating that value in an employee or a customer outcome .” fintechmagazine . com 93