Sopra Banking Software is reaching new heights –
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This perspective sets Sopra Banking Software apart from vendors who aren’t in the position to be able to take such a longterm view of client relationships.” The second USP for financing specifically is market-leading feature function. “We have to be able to deal with big players in the banking sector on strategic projects for which we have to deploy across several markets with their needed localisation but without diverging from a single platform that will bring all the returns and gains for that corporate,” he says. Using the recent Sword Apak acquisition as an example, Bierry explains Sopra Banking Software’s M&A strategy of not only building a comprehensive set of solutions for the clients but also leveraging the acquired company’s market presence. It also brings additional SaaS deployment expertise to our global intellectual property.” Launching new businesses in partnership with banks is another approach that Eric highlights as an important strategy to penetrate new markets. We want to be stronger where we are already strong and where we do see opportunities to emerge and accelerate globally.” The US is a top priority where he plans to multiply by four-to-five times the current revenue in niche areas such as specialised finance.