Optical Character Recognition Within Financial Services

Overcoming the Complexity of Technical Data Lineage

To discuss the complexities and opportunities of technical data lineage, Rheta Du Preez, Managing Partner at Monocle, sat down with Abhilash Mohan, IT Director – Head of Data Engineering and Head of Data at ABN AMRO Bank. From the evolving state of BCBS 239 in Europe and increasing regulatory pressure, to the complexity of legacy systems and fragmented data, they unpack why many banks are still struggling with their technical data lineage journey, and what practical steps can help. They explore how technology and AI are reshaping these initiatives, and why getting technical data lineage right is not a one-off project, but an always-on capability that underpins resilience, compliance, and competitive advantage.

Pan Finance Awards Interview

Earlier this year, we were honoured to be awarded the title of “The Most Innovative Financial Services Consulting Firm in South Africa” by Pan Finance. The award held particular significance for us as it coincided with our 20-year anniversary. In the article below, Jaco van Buren-Schele, Monocle’s CFO, sits down with Pan Finance to discuss the role that innovation has played in our two decades of success.

Piecing Together the Puzzle: Critical Data Elements & BCBS 239

Project Future, Modernising Digital Payments To Rival Cash In South Africa

Project Future: South Africa’s Digital Payment Initiative to Rival Cash