Solution for Failed Technology Program

Years earlier, the Client recognized the need to upgrade its back office technology solution to reapgreater workflow efficiencies. The decision was made to develop and use a leading edge technologymodel. Subsequent mergers and restructuring, delayed installation and implementation of the newsystem resulted in an off-schedule and over-budget project, and the use of multiple, non-interfacedtrade services systems. In addition, the business model to be supported by the new technology hadchanged, requiring a reevaluation of the entire solution.

• A Business Model Vision Workshop was conducted to facilitate Trade Services Management in the development of a singular, division-wide business strategy and action plan.
• An Environmental Assessment was undertaken to establish the range of technology options available to realistically support the requirements of the New Business Model. The assessment included review of: the Bank's three existing, yet unrelated, systems; the upgrade of an existing system; the new system still in development and testing; an off-the-shelf alternative system; and a de novo system used by the Asian branches.
• A Gap Analysis was performed comparing the product functionality, long-term flexibility, implementation risks, and anticipated costs of continuing development of the New System vs. purchasing an off-the-shelf alternative solution.
• Facilitated a meeting between Trade Services Management and the new system vendor to resolve resource and responsibility issues for a ramped-up, re-focused implementation plan.

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