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6 Nov 2024
Transformation
Banking
APAC
Episode 9: How Can Traditional Banks Embrace Disruption?
Alex Kling, Managing Director and Head of Strategy and Transformation, Synpulse
In this episode of the PULSE Check podcast, Alex Kling, Managing Director and Head of Strategy and Transformation, Southeast Asia, Synpulse, joins our host Salomon Wettstein to discuss the dramatic shift in technology's role within banking.
Key discussion points include:
• Tech as core: Technology has transitioned from a supporting function to a core driver of banking business.
• MLegacy vs. agility: Incumbent banks struggle with innovation due to legacy systems, unlike agile digital startups.
• Composable banking: Moving towards a model where banks focus on core strengths and partner for other services.
• Invisible banking: Seamlessly integrating banking services into customers' everyday lives.
Tune in to Episode 9 for insights into the evolving landscape of financial services and the future of banking.
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Salomon Wettstein
Managing Partner, CEO Synpulse8
Salomon leads Synpulse’s North Asia market and serves as Co-CEO of Synpulse8, driving growth strategies, business transformation, and digital innovation across APAC, Greater China, and global markets. As sponsor of PULSE8.ai, he champions agentic AI to accelerate digital transformation and deliver next-generation solutions.
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Alexander Kling
Managing Director, Head of Strategy & Transformation, and Head of Retail & SME Banking Consulting, APAC
Alexander is a Managing Director at Synpulse, leading Strategy & Transformation and the Retail & SME Banking practice in APAC. With 20 years in financial services, spanning top-tier strategy consulting and banking across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, he delivers end-to-end strategy and transformation. He advises senior leaders on digital innovation, challenger models, and market entry, bridging strategy, business, and technology.
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1-min read • 6 Nov 2024
Transformation
Banking
APAC
Episode 9: How Can Traditional Banks Embrace Disruption?
Alex Kling, Managing Director and Head of Strategy and Transformation, Synpulse
In this episode of the PULSE Check podcast, Alex Kling, Managing Director and Head of Strategy and Transformation, Southeast Asia, Synpulse, joins our host Salomon Wettstein to discuss the dramatic shift in technology's role within banking.
Key discussion points include:
• Tech as core: Technology has transitioned from a supporting function to a core driver of banking business.
• MLegacy vs. agility: Incumbent banks struggle with innovation due to legacy systems, unlike agile digital startups.
• Composable banking: Moving towards a model where banks focus on core strengths and partner for other services.
• Invisible banking: Seamlessly integrating banking services into customers' everyday lives.
Tune in to Episode 9 for insights into the evolving landscape of financial services and the future of banking.
Our Experts In This Topic
OUR EXPERTSalomon Wettstein
Managing Partner, CEO Synpulse8
Salomon leads Synpulse’s North Asia market and serves as Co-CEO of Synpulse8, driving growth strategies, business transformation, and digital innovation across APAC, Greater China, and global markets. As sponsor of PULSE8.ai, he champions agentic AI to accelerate digital transformation and deliver next-generation solutions.
OUR EXPERTAlexander Kling
Managing Director, Head of Strategy & Transformation, and Head of Retail & SME Banking Consulting, APAC
Alexander is a Managing Director at Synpulse, leading Strategy & Transformation and the Retail & SME Banking practice in APAC. With 20 years in financial services, spanning top-tier strategy consulting and banking across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, he delivers end-to-end strategy and transformation. He advises senior leaders on digital innovation, challenger models, and market entry, bridging strategy, business, and technology.