Expleo powers innovation with the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab

By Puja Sharma

In the fast-paced landscape of financial technology, Expleo, a global technology, consulting, and engineering company specializing in business transformation, has strategically partnered with Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab, which stands as a beacon of innovation, poised to shape the future of the financial industry.

“Expleo has had the opportunity to meet and interact with leaders from the buy-side community via closed-door events where these influencers share their views and ideas in the context of their business transformation initiatives.” said Rizwan Shaikh, Senior Director, Expleo. 

He continued, “During these events, Expleo has successfully showcased its thought leadership to the financial industry, leading to an increased foothold in Digital Transformations, including Intelligent Robotic Process Automation, Software Development (Native Technologies/LC-NC Platforms), AI and Machine Learning, RegTech Solutions, Cybersecurity, Performance Engineering and Quality Assurance across MENA and India.”

Developments showcased at the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab are expected to significantly affect the financial industry, transforming how payments work and revolutionizing how loans are handled. The Lab’s contributions are predicted to bring about positive improvements for financial institutions, improving efficiency and increasing customer satisfaction.

Being a Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab member positions Expleo at the forefront of innovation and provides valuable networking opportunities. It offers a platform to showcase the company’s expertise in QA/QE and digital innovation within the financial technology domain.

In the dynamic realm of FinTech, the collaboration between the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab and Expleo holds out the promise of ushering in a new era of innovation with a focus on emerging technologies and a commitment to excellence poised to make significant strides in shaping the future of finance in 2024 and beyond.

As an industry leader in the QA/QE space and a pioneer of many innovations in the digital era, Expleo found the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab to be an excellent platform to present its cases.

Here’s how Expleo Group benefits from being a Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab member:

1. Innovation Collaboration: As a member of the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab, Expleo Group gains access to a collaborative environment where it can engage with other industry leaders, experts, and innovators. This fosters continuous innovation and provides opportunities for Expleo to collaborate on cutting-edge projects in the financial technology space.
2. Access to Cutting-edge Technology: The Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab provides the latest technologies and tools in the financial technology domain. This enables Expleo to stay at the forefront of technological advancements, experiment with emerging solutions, and integrate new tools into its processes, ensuring the firm remains competitive in the rapidly evolving financial services landscape.
3. Showcasing Expertise: Being part of the FinTech Lab provides Expleo with a platform to showcase its expertise and capabilities in the QA/QE (Quality Assurance/Quality Engineering) space and digital innovation. This exposure increased visibility and credibility, attracting potential clients and partners.
4. Networking Opportunities: Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab members come with networking opportunities at industry events, conferences, and workshops. These events allow Expleo to connect with key stakeholders, potential clients, and other industry players, fostering partnerships and business development.
5. Validation and Recognition: Being associated with Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab assists in validating Expleo’s capabilities in and contributions to the financial technology sector. This recognition from a reputable platform can enhance the company’s reputation and build trust among clients and collaborators.
6. Early Access to FinTech Trends: The FinTech Lab tracks and analyses emerging trends in the financial technology sector. As a Lab member, Expleo gains early access to insights, market trends, and potential opportunities, allowing it to align its strategies with the evolving landscape and make informed business decisions.
7. Strategic Partnerships: FinTech Lab members may open doors to strategic partnerships with other member organizations. These partnerships can lead to joint ventures, shared research and development initiatives, and collaborative projects that benefit all parties involved.

Moreover, Shaikh noted, “As a key partner, Expleo expects the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab to foster transformative ideas and solutions through a collaborative ecosystem where technology meets financial expertise, resulting in products and services that exceed industry standards. Members and participating institutions can explore co-creation opportunities jointly identified through closed-door discussions (both on the Sell Side and the Buy Side), resolving relevant problems on the platform offered by the Cedar-IBSi FinTech Lab.”