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The last 18 months have been a period of tremendous growth and innovation for Transcend. We’ve doubled our client base, launched a sophisticated new optimization framework and made 31 new hires. Transcend also plans to open an EU office in 2021 to meet the increasing demand we’re receiving. Our CEO Bimal Kadikar spoke with Oliver […]
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The business of collateral optimization has changed radically. In 2020, banks can no longer accept linear priority lists for collateral delivery because when viewed globally across balance sheets and product lines, this no longer makes sense. What was a cutting-edge solution even five years ago is now leaving money on the table. Automation is a […]
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When we launched Transcend a few years ago, we knew that we would be bringing something unique and innovative to the market. Indeed, we have developed a cutting-edge solution to enable firms to optimize their inventory, liquidity and funding – whether that be for just one of their collateralized businesses or their entire enterprise. Our solutions […]
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On July 9, 2020, Bimal Kadikar, CEO of Transcend, spoke on the ISF-ISLA panel discussion on “COVID-19 & Chain Reactions: The Transmission of Effects Across Markets & Institutions.” The group discussed what has been expected and unexpected during the health crisis. And based on lessons learned what changes can be expected from business, operations and […]
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The next level of operational efficiency will incorporate a deep view of connected data within organizations that will yield better efficiencies and optimization of capital through firm-wide decision making. Taking automated action on those decisions for Straight-through Processing will enable firms to achieve the desired efficiencies in a scalable manner. Getting there has its challenges, […]
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A US regime that a large number of global market participants are starting to fully assess could leave firms crunched for time to implement a comprehensive end-to-end solution, according to BJ Marcoullier, Transcend’s head of sales. Qualified Financial Contracts (QFC) recordkeeping, a US regulatory regime that will be in its final and largest phase as […]
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Recent advances in collateral management technology – from algorithms to advanced analytics – are revolutionising the opportunities available to firms seeking optimisation at an enterprise-wide level. Firms are increasingly realising the advantages of adopting a more centralised and harmonised approach to managing collateral, and utilising the latest software solutions to inform decision-making. Bimal Kadikar, CEO […]
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Collateral management has transitioned from an ancillary service to a core competency, largely as a result of the sheer breadth of activity from front to back office and horizontally across silos and asset classes. This has spurred a marked shift towards centralization of collateral management, providing organizations with a centralized view of inventory as well […]
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You may disagree with the number of years or the percent, but everyone understands that automation in the funding and collateral space is occurring at a fast pace. The question is how you prepare for this inevitable future? Our view is that connecting data from disparate sources is the key to the next evolution in […]
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As firms look for ways to increase efficiency and reduce risk across the business, collateral often remains gridlocked. Transcend’s Collateral Management & Optimization solutions help firms completely redefine how they manage collateral – leading to increased liquidity, lower costs and greater compliance. In recognition of our innovative approach, FTF has shortlisted Transcend for ‘Best Collateral Management […]
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With 2019 upon us, the first deadlines for banks to comply with the QFC Recordkeeping regulation are just around the corner. The final rule, detailed under the Dodd-Frank Act, will provide US regulatory authorities visibility into firms’ financial exposures and counterparty relationships to reduce the market risks and potential impact in the case of a […]
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Leadership, especially in critical, but technologically-challenged functions like collateral management, is the key to seizing a competitive advantage. IT innovation doesn’t just happen, even in the capital markets where opportunities for substantial improvements in areas like collateral and liquidity management can lead to greater, measurable and sustainable returns. All IT innovation needs commitment, investment and […]
