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| 2008 Financial Services
Technology ForumOctober 28 & 29, 2008
The Design Exchange
(former TSX Building)
Toronto, Canada | |
Featured Speakers |
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| Newest Sponsors & ExhibitorsBronze Sponsors
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| Blink Communications is a facilities based data communications service provider that delivers cost-effective, fiber-based high bandwidth services for some of the largest organizations throughout North America. With over 1000 KM of routed fiber, Blink Communications is one of the few optical networks left that are fully diverse from that of other carriers. Designed to deliver the utmost in flexibility, security and scalability, the network allows fast, simple bandwidth changes that grow with end user requirements and delivers optimal uptime for mission-critical applications. |
|  | DonRiver is an IT management consulting and software development company with presence in North America, Australia, Europe, and Asia. DonRiver’s mission is to be a leading provider of software development solutions using a blended on-shore and off-shore delivery model to deliver the highest value for our clients. DonRiver specializes in serving clients that are Telecommunications Service Providers, Software Application Companies, Management Consulting & Systems Integrators, Shipping & Logistics providers, and Financial Services Companies. Our people are experts in delivering Mobile Applications, Mobile Commerce & Mobile Financial Services Solutions, System Integration Solutions, Service Delivery Platforms, and Next Generation Network OSS & BSS Solutions. |
|  | CDIT Inc. (CDIT) is Canada’s leading Enterprise Capture Consultant/Integrator. We are focused on accelerating the CAPTURE, TRANSFORMATION, DELIVERY and EXCHANGE of critical information that drives every organization. We work with our clients to define, architect, supply and implement innovative Enterprise Content Management Solutions to help reduce operational costs and enhance competitive positioning. CDIT's Solutions position organizations to realize optimized organizational performance, increased productivity and profit margins, improved service delivery, greater sales volumes and increased market share, by streamlining the flow and management of information and knowledge within the organization. |
|  | Founded in 1995, Messaging Architects specializes in email lifecycle management solutions across numerous sectors including government, education, healthcare and corporate. Our software and services provide 100% email uptime and compliance by addressing the need for policy-driven, email risk management (security, content filtering, archiving and e-discovery). Used daily by thousands of enterprise clients worldwide, our solutions are compatible with Novell GroupWise (NOVL), Microsoft Exchange (MSFT) and IBM Lotus Notes/Domino (IBM). |
| Exhibitors
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| Contact Innovations Inc. (“CI”), Toronto, Ontario, Canada delivers a broad range of Cheque and eDocument Management Solutions to financial industry, governments, utilities, non-profits and business throughout North America. CI has been helping its clients with affordable, scalable, innovative imaging solutions since 1994. |
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| Software AG is the world’s largest independent provider of Business Infrastructure Software. Our 4,000 global enterprise customers achieve business results faster by modernizing, integrating and automating their IT systems and processes. As a result, they rapidly build measurable business value and meet changing business demands. Based on our solutions, organizations are able to liberate and govern their data, systems, applications, processes and services – achieving new levels of business flexibility. |
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| Vayyoo Inc. develops enhanced mobility solutions and products for today’s enterprise and prosumer clients with mobile workforces and field assets. Vayyoo solutions are designed to work with any wireless radio technology and are device agnostic offering an out-of-the-box enhanced wireless application experience, as well as, improved user experience in live air scenarios. |
|  | Metavante Lending Solutions provides technology and service solutions for mortgage, home equity, consumer and indirect retail finance loan origination. Lending solutions are offered for point-of-sale origination, processing, closing, automated underwriting, decisioning and business process management, as well as processing, settlement and document generation services. Metavante's lending solutions are used to better market, sell, process and close loans through all distribution channels, including retail, wholesale, internet and correspondent. Metavante Lending Solutions helps clients of all sizes, from community banks to the top financial institutions in North America, including five of the top 20 U.S. mortgage lenders. |
|  | Established in the United Kingdom in 1994, and with a globally-deployed organization, ETP has been engaged directly by Fortune 500 enterprises and organizations embarking on Analytical CRM, data warehousing, business intelligence, and business optimization-oriented projects. ETP's methodology for success works to find the right balance and integration of People, Process, Information and Technology to enable businesses and non-commercial organizations to realize gains in performance and efficiency. To successfully address today's need for "intelligent" and rapidly adapting processes and systems, ETP offers the Xeligence™ Analytical Platform in industry-specific versions for Financial Services, Insurance, Telecom/Media, Retail, Manufacturing and Health-Care. Xeligence™ automates rapid, high volume generation and integration of predictive analytical algorithms within enterprise business processes and systems. |
|  | XBASE Technologies has been delivering network services and solutions, along with an extensive range of professional services on IT issues (including network design and implementation, server technology, business analysis, software selection, application development, and relocation services), since 1988. We serve clients in many sectors, with particular expertise in Financial (including the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and operations within several major banks), Not-for-Profit, Healthcare, Legal, High-tech, and Logistics. We proudly partner with and showcase Neverfail, the award-winning high availability, data protection, and disaster recovery solution for Blackberry Enterprise Server, Microsoft Exchange, SQL Server, File Server, IIS, and SharePoint. |
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| Event OverviewIn 2006, global information technology spending by financial services institutions stood at US$317.7 billion and is anticipated to increase to US$351.2 billion by 2008, or a growth rate of 5.1% per annum, as financial services institutions spend more on global IT products and services, according to Celent. In the fast-paced world of financial services institutions, it is critical to seek sustainable operational efficiencies. Therefore, financial services institutions worldwide are keen to spend money to replace old systems, thus reducing IT maintenance expenses. The 2008 Financial Services Technology Forum focuses on new, cutting-edge enterprise applications and solutions that are sustainable, flexible, and increase profitability, presented via interactive expositions and engaging conference sessions presented to all corporate users, from service providers to small, medium and large businesses alike. For exhibition, sponsorship and speaking information, please submit your inquiry. Event ScopeAs the most anticipated international exposition and conference that covers all aspects of information technologies and enterprise solutions employed by the world's financial service sectors, the 2008 Financial Services Technology Forum will focus on the following hot areas: - Mobile Banking
- ECM Database
- Funds Transfers
- Straight-Through Processing (STP) Efforts in Lending Practices
- Electronic Bill Presentment / Payment (EBPP)
- Anti-Check Fraud Initiatives
- Profitability and Performance Management Tools
- Contactless Payment Technologies
- Operational Risk Management
- Branch Automation and Multi-Channel Integration
- Identity Management
- Remote Data Collection
- RFP Management
- Customer Relationship Management - CRM
- Remote Deposit Capture
- Mobile Financial Services
- Electronic Signature Solutions
- Disaster Recovery Industry
- Wide Efficiency and Risk Mitigation
Who Attend?As the leading global meeting place to learn about and discuss enterprise applications and solutions for the financial industry, the 2008 Financial Services Technology Forum attracts top IT and business decision makers as listed below: Corporate Executives: Chairmen, Chief Executive Officers, Chief Operating Officers, Presidents, Chief Financial Officers, Executive Vice Presidents, Senior Vice Presidents, Vice Presidents Technology Management Executives: Chief Information Officers, Chief Technology Officers, Chief Security Officers Mid-Level Management: R&D Directors and Managers, Marketing Managers, Product Managers, Business Development Managers Finance Professionals: Finance Managers/ Directors, Treasurers, Auditors, Chief Accountants, Controllers IT Professionals: IT Managers, System Analysts, Developers, System Architects and Integrators |
| Testimonials from Event Participants"e-Financial WorldExpo is what Toronto needs to show their strength in the financial sector leadership in the world. The organization of this conference was superbly handled and the quality of workshop sessions added enormous wealth of knowledge to the attendees. My congratulations to all those who made this possible, and I look forward to many more annual events of Financial WorldExpo in future." Vigi Gurushanta, FICB.,MIT Principal, IMERGE Consulting Inc "I found from start to finish the event and the management of the event was very professionally handled. Due to my heavy travel schedule the staff helped me manage the timeframes in preparing for the event. The event went very well with strong attendance and participation from the audience, thank you for your patience!!" Michael Coady, Vice President, NA Security HQ Delivery, Computer Associates "This was my first time attending the eFinancial show I was very impressed with the quality of the attendees and the presenters. True to its name, it is a very focused conference for professionals from the banking/ eFinancial industry. Certainly worthwhile if you are looking to acquaint yourself with the best practices in the industry and gain insight into the emerging technologies. " Deepak Kanwar, Business Development Director, Identity Management Services, BMC Software "I did find the show very exciting and I was glad I attended" Bob Harrington, General Manager, Pros Marketing "I'm looking forward to the event as it was one of the best conferences I attended last year. I especially enjoyed the break out sessions, and the wide variety of choices. Thanks again, and what a value!" Nathan Porter, VP, Financial Analysis & Technology, American Reporting Company "I had a great time at the conference, gained some valuable knowledge, and made some good contacts. I look forward to meeting you again at future events!" Baden R. de Bari, President, Nascor Technologies "The presenters and presentations was very informative. I would love to come again next year! Great Expo." Joe Capozzi, Purchasing OnLine Project Mgr, Global Procurement Process Solutions and Services | Back to top |
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