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How Can Banks Improve Trade Finance Digital Channel Adoption?
Meet Your Discovery Partner
Currently based in Toronto, Venkat has been helping financial institutions achieve their Trade and Supply Chain Finance transformation ambitions for past 15+ years across Asia Pacific and North America.
He has led multiple transformation initiatives, driving strategic change across Trade and Supply Chain Finance technology, business operations, and compliance remediation through his Banking and Management Consulting career.
In essence, his role has been that of a seasoned cartographer, turning complex ambitions into clearly mapped journeys of discovery for financial institutions internationally.
Venkat Ramaswamy
Founder & Principal, Atocha Ventures Inc.
A Global Transaction Banking Advisory Boutique
is also a strategic partner of
How Can We Help?
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Pre-transformation readiness and business case definition
We evaluate your current state and define a compelling business case for a transformation, ensuring a clear foundation and a projected return on investment before you begin
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Discovery, capability assessments, and customer journeys
Help conduct detailed assessments to gain a comprehensive understanding of your current processes and customer experiences to pinpoint inefficiencies and identify key opportunities for improvement.
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Vendor screening and selection
Partner with you streamline the process of identifying, screening, and selecting the right technology vendors to ensure your investments are aligned with your strategic and technical requirements.
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Target Operating Model Design and Change Management
Co-design the optimal future state of your organization—integrating new processes, technology, and governance—and provide expert change management to ensure a smooth and effective transition for your team.
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Digital Transformation and Data Modernization Acceleration
Help accelerate your move towards modern digital platforms and data architectures, helping you unlock new efficiencies and business opportunities by leveraging your data assets.
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Strategic Transformation Roadmap Development and Project Management
Develop a clear, actionable roadmap for your entire transformation journey, providing expert project management to ensure all initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget.
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Forging Key Industry Alliances
Provide insights and advise to identify and forge strategic alliances within the industry ecosystem, expanding your go-to-market reach and creating new opportunities for collaboration and growth.
Our “10 Commandments” to attain gold in Trade Finance
1. Be Agile
Thou shalt be agile in thy operations to adapt swiftly to market changes and client needs.
2. Be Customer-Centric
Thou shalt put the customer at the center of thy universe, building solutions that simplify their lives.
3. Be Vigilant
Thou shalt be vigilant against all forms of risk, from fraud to financial crime.
4. Be Compliant
Thou shalt adhere to all laws and regulations, for compliance is the bedrock of trust.
5. Be Digital
Thou shalt embrace automation and digitalization to eliminate manual, paper-based processes and unlock new efficiencies.
6. Be Data-Driven
Thou shalt use data and analytics to inform decisions, assess risk, and provide personalized client solutions.
7. Be Collaborative
Thou shalt partner with other fintechs, logistics providers, and institutions to create an interconnected ecosystem.
8. Be Innovative
Thou shalt constantly seek new technologies and business models to stay ahead of the curve.
9. Be Transparent
Thou shalt provide clear and accessible visibility into transactions, enabling trust and reducing friction.
10. Be Global
Thou shalt build a strategy that connects businesses across borders and navigates the complexities of international trade.
