WE INNOVATE
to transform Financial Services
WE INNOVATE
To transform Financial Services
Traditional is codespeak for archaic
A surge of challenger, app and non-bank competitors, along with ever-shifting regulations and customer demands, are forcing financial services organisations to completely rethink they ways they operate.
This is where Exception comes in. We have been supporting some of Britian's largest banking and financial services organisations for over 20 years, bringing game-changing expertise in revolutionising operating practices and data maturity, along with strong digital delivery credentials. It means that we accelerate transformation, agility, cloud and regulatory compliance work progammmes.
And often to tight deadlines and budgets too.
Readying for DORA compliance shouldn't be a one and done.
It's a great opportunity to modernise systems, improve efficiency, and better serve customers too.
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Our best in class services that make a real difference in Financial Services
Digital Transformation
Everything from engineering, to people, tools, processes and delivery. We help you understand the options and deliver a digitally future-proofed organisation.
Cloud Transformation
An infrastructure that’s custom-built to match your needs, outcomes and budget – all backed up by independent advice and vendor accredited delivery.
Technology
Delivery
Talent on tap to enable quick technology outcomes. From individual consultants, to complex multi-team solutions, and fully underpinned by our delivery pedigree.
AI
Consultancy
Enabled by Pragmatic AI, achieve practical, affordable, and use-case-driven AI solutions that seamlessly integrate with existing systems to provide measurable, immediate value.
We bring our digital delivery expertise to a range of financial services categories, including:
Banks >
Quickly respond to changing customer demand, sweat legacy investments, and compete effectively with disruptive challengers who offer innovative financial products.
Building Societies >
Remain competitive through customer-centric online and mobile money products, and unlock the potential of data for better predictability, services and cost savings.
Insurance and Pensions >
Streamline operations, reduce investment risks and levels of claim fraud, and deliver more efficient and engaging digital experiences.
Credit Unions >
Enhance cybersecurity resilience, implement advanced data analytics for better planning and insights, and upgrade platforms to improve the member experience in our digital age.
CLIENT RESULT
Cloud nine: a security-first transition to cloud
For over 20 years, a major UK financial services group has relied on us to accelerate their digital capabilities, deliver major programmes, sweat their technology investments, and drive their digital agenda and strategy.
So we were ready when they asked us to transition their legacy on-premise security to modern cloud-based solutions.
Cloud nine: a security-first transition to cloud
For over 20 years, a major UK financial services group has relied on us to accelerate their digital capabilities, deliver major programmes, sweat their technology investments, and drive their digital agenda and strategy.
So we were ready when they asked us to transition their legacy on-premise security to modern cloud-based solutions.
Cloud environments offer flexibility, but they bring new security challenges and threats as well. So, in addition to the technical upgrade, we also handled a holistic re-evaluation of the client's processes and approaches. We rapidly redefined their security frameworks with an information protection roadmap, aligning goals with essential cloud security tools and capabilities for effective asset protection. Targeted engagement with key stakeholders bolstered confidence in the new security model, boosting engagement levels and deepening the understanding of cloud security's benefits and implications.
Not only did this holistic approach secure our client's data in the cloud, but it enhanced safe information sharing with third parties, improving overall digital resilience too.
Always by your side, when it matters most
We partner closely with our clients. From rolling up our sleeves and working through the night so a promise is kept, to cheering your wins and successes, we're always by your side when it matters most.
It means that we give our all to finding you the best possible path to meaningful digital transformation.
And our commitment doesn't end there. We upskill your teams too, making sure that your journey remains sustainable and continues to thrive - even after we've handed everything over to you.
The difference we make
You're always our biggest priority. Here's how:
We're Independent
We're Driven Specialists
We're Established
We're Collaborators
We're Visionary
We're Agile & Flexible
CLIENT RESULT
Building a cloud-native national investment bank
Launched in 2020 with Scottish government shareholding, the Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) was established to drive high-growth innovation and fund the development of solutions to tackle climate change.
Our role was to support this fledgling organisation.
Building a cloud-native national investment bank
Launched in 2020 with Scottish government shareholding, the Scottish National Investment Bank (SNIB) was established to drive high-growth innovation and fund the development of solutions to tackle climate change. Our role was to support this fledgling organisation.
To control initial cost with maximum agility, SNIB adopted a cloud first strategy, selecting a range of SaaS software solutions to enable operational delivery. We were tasked with supporting SNIB through this initial rollout, and to introduce strategic technology and infrastructure options to support their longer term operations.
In addition to taking charge of the IT delivery workstream, we worked closely with them to implement best practices, define delivery models and enable an innovation lab which would scale as the Bank evolved. And to ensure that the SaaS strategy was risk-free, we quickly enabled a robust data back-up service in an independent, highly-monitored and secured location.
Exception's expertise and support has been invaluable on our journey to launching Scotland's National Investment Bank. Their service gives us control of our data and gives us confidence that our data is protected against the risk of both accidental and malicious data loss.
Some brands we're proud to have supported
Since 2003, from insurers to banks, we've enabled financial services businesses to innovate into modern, progressive cloud-first organisations.
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Keen on learning on how our two-decade heritage of supporting leading financial services businesses organisations can support your business? Schedule a meeting with us.