Common and current inefficiencies include relying on manual reports created in spreadsheets across multiple systems, using email or word processing to capture and document approvals and serve as a system of record and inconsistent procedures across business functions.
A digital-first approach has increasingly become table stakes for financial institutions given consumer adoption. In 2021, 88% of U.S. consumers used a fintech, up from 58% in 2020, according to an annual report from Plaid. Customers expect a frictionless experience from their bank; traditional institutions need to have a plan in place to adapt accordingly.