EZBOB GLOSSARY

Digitalisation in Banking

Digitalisation is the process of transforming data, information, processes, and systems into digital forms that can be accessed, stored, analysed, and shared electronically. When done well, digitalisation can enable greater efficiency, productivity, innovation, and customer satisfaction in
domains from banking to business and from energy management to education. Digitalisation can also create new opportunities and challenges for individuals, organisations, and society.

What Is Banking Digitalisation?

Banking digitalisation involves the use of automated and internet-powered technologies to change banking processes. These technologies include artificial intelligence, machine learning, and open banking. Mobile devices, such as smartphones and tablets, play an integral role in the portability and widespread use of new technology. 
By leveraging these tools, financial institutions can create a more efficient user experience for their customers while increasing operational efficiency. Digitalisation also makes it possible for 
banks to offer innovative services such as the following:
  • Contactless payments
  • Mobile banking
  • Real-time credit assessments
 

What Is the Difference Between Digital Banking and Online
Banking?

Digital banking is the application of technology to provide banking services that customers can access and use through self-service. It allows customers to perform most of their banking tasks without the need for human assistance or intervention.
Digital banking often includes features like budgeting tools, rewards programs, and real-time insights. It provides an improved user experience while enabling banks to increase operational efficiency.

Benefits of Banking Digitalisation

Digitalisation in banking has many advantages for both financial institutions and their customers.
Here are some of the reasons it will continue to grow:

  1. Streamlined processes: Automating customer onboarding, loan applications, payments, and transfers can significantly improve efficiency. It reduces operational costs and processing times.
  2. Enhancing customer service: Consumers expect fast and efficient services when dealing with their banks. Digitalisation enables more personalised customer service through real-time analytics, automated transactions, and customised experiences.
  3. Improving security: Banks must maintain a secure environment to protect their customers' data from cyber criminals. Digitalisation provides the tools to secure customer information and financial transactions. Examples include biometric authentication, encryption, and access controls.
  4. Streamline processes: Banks can improve their internal processes and operations by leveraging digital technologies. This includes streamlining the identification of financial frauds and increasing customer service quality through automated responses.
  5. Providing access to new markets: Consumers now have access to banking services worldwide. Banks are braving the diverse regulatory environments around the globe to grow their market share.
  6. Introducing wow factors: Besides providing convenience and efficiency, digitisation in banking also adds impressive elements to the process. Examples include automated loan repayment plans and instant transfer across accounts.

How To Implement Digitisation of Banking Systems

The success of digitisation ultimately depends on the implementation process and follow-up activities. Here are some best practices you should follow:

  1. Assess your current situation: Review your existing processes, capabilities, and customer needs to identify areas for improvement.
  2. Analyse the market: Identify potential partners and technologies that can improve your business functions. Look for unmet needs and determine how you can fill that gap.
  3. Set a goal: Determine the main purpose behind your decision and the primary benefit you hope to achieve via digitisation.
  4. Develop a strategy: Create an actionable plan to implement the desired digitalisation of banking systems and processes. Include milestones to track your progress along the way.
  5. Execute your plan: Implement your strategy in stages while considering customer and other stakeholders' feedback.
  6. Monitor and adjust: Continuously measure outcomes and adjust your plans accordingly to ensure success.

The implementation of digital banking technologies represents a significant investment for financial institutions. However, the potential benefits are worth the effort, as it promises increased efficiency and improved customer service.

How ezbob Streamlines Digital Banking Transformation

Digitalisation in banking is an ongoing process. Financial institutions should continuously strive to improve their services and operations by leveraging the latest technologies. By doing so, they can stay competitive in today's rapidly changing market. Companies can simplify the transition process by employing ready-to-use technology created by our team. Talk to an expert to learn how we make it easy to achieve digital transformation in
banking.

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Lena Fischer

Core Banking / Fintech Strategist at ezbob