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Sponsored: Connectivity, Cloud, and Cyber Security: The 3 Cs powering digital transformation in South Africa’s financial services industry

South Africa’s dynamic financial services industry is on a journey of transformation, with technological advancements, regulatory reforms, the rise of fintech, and shifting consumer demands just some of the factors changing the face of the industry.

01 September 2024

Deon Geyser, CEO of Liquid Intelligent Technologies.

South Africa’s dynamic financial services industry is on a journey of transformation, with technological advancements, regulatory reforms, the rise of fintech, and shifting consumer demands just some of the factors changing the face of the industry. Enterprises on this journey need a technology partner who understands the industry, has experience in South Africa’s unique business environment, and offers solutions aimed at enhancing access, co-location, cyber security, and productivity.

Liquid Intelligent Technologies (Liquid), a business of Cassava Technologies, a leading pan-African technology group, offers a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to support South Africa’s financial services organisations as they navigate this ever-evolving landscape.

Tailored, industry-specific solutions, supported by robust connectivity

Understanding the importance of connectivity and digital solutions in driving innovation, efficiency, and customer satisfaction, our tailored, reliable, and innovative solutions address the unique challenges faced by financial services institutions in South Africa, backed by a skilled team, robust infrastructure, and extensive industry experience.

For instance, when it comes to connectivity, the backbone of any successful digital implementation, Liquid’s 110,000km of fibre across the African continent, including over 30,000km in South Africa, provides unsurpassed access to the technology needed to take the financial services industry to new heights.

Deep industry insights and understanding

Our understanding of the sector, as well as the South African business environment, means we know that issues such as cyber security, financial inclusion, compliance with data residency laws and addressing reliance on legacy systems are top of mind for enterprises looking to improve security, minimise non-compliance, and reduce operational disruptions – all while remaining innovative and competitive.

Supported by a robust channel partners ecosystem, Liquid South Africa’s end-to-end managed services solutions are tailored to each customer’s needs and levels of digital maturity. Along with high-speed internet, cloud-based solutions, cyber security services, and mobile banking solutions, we also provide specialised tools tailored to the needs of financial institutions, like transaction monitoring systems, co-location services and data analytics solutions. All of this is managed through strict service level agreements, and includes 24/7 support.

Why choose Liquid’s holistic, collaborative solutions?

  • Our extensive network infrastructure – p an-African fi bre network, subsea cables, and satellite coverage – offers a solid foundation for seamless connectivity, reliable service delivery, and efficient and secure operations, ensuring uninterrupted access to important financial services.
  • Our advanced cyber security solutions safeguard financial services institutions against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, enabling them to focus on their core business objectives without compromising on security.
  • We provide multi-cloud environments that offer unparalleled flexibility and scalability.
  • Customers have access to a team of experts with a diverse range of skills that spans network architecture, cloud computing, and cyber security; a truly multidisciplinary approach.
  • An extensive African footprint positions Liquid as a trusted partner for financial services enterprises looking to expand their operations on the continent, leveraging global expertise while providing support and personalised service.
  • As a strategic partner, our collaborative approach means that we work hand-in-hand with our customers, offering ongoing support, guidance, and expertise at every stage of their growth journey.

In our quest for a digitally enabled Africa that leaves no one behind, Liquid Intelligent Technologies proudly supports all of the key players in South Africa’s financial services industry, freeing them up to concentrate on their core business, secure in the knowledge that their infrastructure, cloud, co-location and cyber security needs are taken care of.

Find out how Liquid Intelligent Technologies can help you.

https://za.liquid.tech/