At-a-Glance
A West Pacific bank, heavily tied to the region’s tourism sector, faced severe revenue drops as the pandemic decimated travel. Seeking control of its data to drive business recovery, the bank engaged Prolifics for expert guidance.
Prolifics collaborated with IBM Expert Labs in an interactive Data Strategy Workshop, identifying a roadmap for full-scale modernization. Leveraging Red Hat OpenShift, MANTA, and Prolifics accelerators, the bank now benefits from a unified, cloud-ready platform, streamlined data governance, and enhanced AI capabilities for faster, smarter business decisions.
Challenge: Pandemic Impact on Tourism-Driven Banking
The bank’s reliance on tourism made it especially vulnerable during COVID-19. Revenue, earnings per share, and stock value fell sharply. Its Form 10-K Annual Report highlighted the ongoing risks to service demand.
Although prior technology upgrades were in place with Prolifics’ support, the pandemic underscored the need for a data-driven, proactive strategy. The bank aimed to:
- Gain control over data for better decision-making
- Implement AI-driven insights for faster business execution
- Establish modern data governance, including support for remote work
- Align technology with long-term business objectives
Uncertain about the optimal path, the bank consulted multiple technology partners and selected Prolifics for guidance.
Action: Strategic Data Modernization
Data Strategy Workshop
Prolifics began with an interactive Data Strategy Workshop in collaboration with IBM Expert Labs, reviewing:
- Business strategy clarity and alignment
- Strategic drivers impacting operations
- Corporate landscape analysis
- Architecture and topology planning
- Tools for networking, access, and security
- Workloads suitable for cloud migration vs. on-premise
- Risk and compliance requirements under CCPA
- Remote “work from anywhere” groundwork
- Potential new business models
This workshop allowed the bank to clearly identify gaps and priorities, paving the way for a modern, robust data management platform.
Tailored Solutions and Guidance
During the workshop, the bank sought answers to critical questions:
- Should we migrate to the cloud, and which workloads are suitable?
- How will the architecture and topology support long-term growth?
- When should additional licenses be procured?
Prolifics provided actionable strategies and a step-by-step roadmap to modernize the bank’s data operations, ensuring alignment with key business outcomes.
Results: AI-Ready, Cloud-Enabled Data Platform
With a phased migration plan in place, Prolifics is now helping the bank implement a comprehensive data governance program based on content quality and compliance. The benefits include:
- Simplified data governance and management
- Single platform for data visibility and analytics
- Enhanced AI-driven insights for faster decisions
- Cloud-ready infrastructure with flexibility to run anywhere
This modernization enables the bank to be future-ready, resilient against disruptions, and positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities.
Technology Stack and Implementation
Key technologies and accelerators used in this modernization effort include:
- Prolifics Cloud Pak for Data migration accelerators
- Red Hat OpenShift
- MANTA for data lineage and analytics
- IBM Cloud Pak for Data, Watson Knowledge Catalog, and DataStage cartridge
The combined solution ensures a scalable, secure, and AI-enabled data environment, aligned with business objectives and regulatory compliance.
About Prolifics
Prolifics is a global leader in digital transformation, delivering expertise in:
- Data & AI
- Integration & Applications
- Business Automation
- DevXOps and Test Automation
- Cybersecurity
We provide consulting, engineering, and managed services across industries, helping clients move from vision to value, faster. Reach out to learn more: solutions@prolifics.com
