Recently, we’ve spoken with a number of funders looking to enter the renewable energy financing market, or to significantly grow their existing limited offering in this space. The rationale for their decision is twofold and compelling – firstly, it’s a rapidly growing economic sector that offers strong opportunities and higher profitability for finance companies; and […]
Previously, in this series, looking at some of the common themes emerging from the Technology & Innovation Forum, we addressed the topic of education and identified a dependency on company culture. This article will consider the critical role of Agile Teams in bringing IT and business together to effect digital transformation and positively impact business […]
March 2024 “Create new revenue streams, outflank competitors and redefine customer experiences” are just some of the potential benefits of generative AI. In this edition of Insight, Simon Potts’ article highlights areas for review and development and points towards our AI Readiness Assessment and creating your organisation’s own AI vision. Christian Roelofs pinpoints the challenges […]
I recently attended a session on global insolvencies and was confronted with a startling projection: the UK's SME debt refinancing requirements in 2024 tower over those of any other country, forming a seemingly insurmountable "Great Wall." This alarming visual underscores the immense challenges UK businesses face in the coming years as they navigate a landscape […]
As we approach the first anniversary of launching the online, (and now monthly) format of the Technology & Innovation Forum, a review of our previous content has revealed several recurring themes. While the topics addressed - Organisational Structure, Data, Microservices, and AI - were deliberately chosen based on member requests, the summaries, conclusions, and recommendations […]
For forward-thinking asset finance companies, generative AI is rapidly shifting from futuristic possibility to strategic imperative. While the disruptive potential of technologies like generative AI and traditional machine learning is undeniable, realising a true competitive edge requires thoughtfully charting the path ahead. The generative AI wave is already starting to reshape the industry landscape. Early […]
In our previous articles, we have seen how PPU can improve retention and grant access to new customer segments; understood the importance and value of the data opportunities provided by PPU; and learned that PPU can contribute towards tangible demonstration of a business’s ESG credentials. What’s not to like? Why are we not seeing faster […]
January 2024 2024 – a new year and new opportunities. In this edition of Insight, we highlight the step-change performance potential in supply chain finance and BNPL. Following a successful engagement in Q4, we introduce a new product - 'Finativ Focus' – a high-speed, low-risk way to drive capacity and productivity gains, with costs aligned […]
Navigate the Complex Landscape of Financial Growth and Efficiency In financial services, a challenging dichotomy exists: the aspiration for growth is often at odds with the limitations of existing resources and operational frameworks. This complex landscape demands a solution that can bridge the gap between expansion ambitions and the reality of operational constraints. Finativ Focus: […]
The start of the new year is a time when people often think about the year ahead. This year, I decided to ask a few industry friends for their thoughts on major trends and events that will help shape SME lending in 2024. Below are our combined observations - my sincere thanks go to Ylva […]