19 Mar, 2025

Beyond Digital Banking: Moving From Tech Enabled to Software Enterprise in BFSI

"Digital banking" is no longer a differentiator, but a baseline. To truly excel, financial institutions must transcend tech-enabled services and evolve into software enterprises, freeing their technology teams to focus on core banking innovation by offloading the heavy lifting of foundational development infrastructure. This session, "Beyond Digital Banking," explores this critical transformation, emphasizing the need for comprehensive digital modernization. We'll delve into the strategies and technologies that enable BFSI organizations to build agile, innovative software ecosystems. Discover how to shift from managing IT as a cost center to leveraging it as a strategic asset, ultimately driving rapid innovation and delivering exceptional customer experiences in the era of open finance.

Speaker

Seshika Fernando

Seshika Fernando

Vice President & Field CTO

WSO2

Seshika plays a vital role in helping banks worldwide optimize and accelerate their digital initiatives. With her deep understanding of technology and its application in the financial sector, she provides valuable guidance and expertise to financial institutions, working closely with governments, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions across the globe. She frequently speaks at international technology conferences, where she shares her insights and expertise on various topics such as open banking, security and privacy, digital identity, data science, and digital transformation.