Audience
Retail, commercial, and Islamic banks seeking a secure, cloud-first core banking platform with advanced analytics, open APIs, and personalized digital experiences to drive growth and competitiveness
About Finastra Essence
Finastra Essence is a next-generation core banking solution built to help banks deliver superior customer engagement and achieve operational efficiency. Cloud-first and digitally enabled, it supports retail, commercial, and Islamic banking with a modular architecture for rapid development and 24/7 operation. The platform provides hyper-personalized experiences through seamless omnichannel onboarding and persona-driven applications. Integrated analytics powered by AI give banks a 360-degree view of customers, enabling real-time insights and performance tracking. With extensive open API support, Finastra Essence fosters innovation by connecting banks to a flexible ecosystem of services. Deployed on Microsoft Azure, it combines scalability, security, and flexibility to help financial institutions compete and grow.
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Finastra
Founded: 2017
United Kingdom
www.finastra.com/solutions/essence
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Platforms Supported
Cloud
Training
In Person
Support
Online
Finastra Essence Frequently Asked Questions
Finastra Essence Product Features
Online Banking
Chat / Messaging
Retail Banking
Brokerage
Cash Management
Credit Card Management
Electronic Statements
Fraud Detection
Loan Management
Marketing Automation
Single Sign On
Transaction Monitoring