Data Integrity Challenges in Embedded Treasury
July 8, 2024
In a recent contribution to Euromoney, one of the leading portals in banking and finance, FTI Treasury CEO Justin Callaghan, provided valuable insights into the evolving landscape of corporate treasury functions, focusing on the growing importance and challenges of embedded treasury. The article, titled “Embedded treasury raises data integrity challenges“, sheds light on the pressures faced by corporate treasurers to maximize the benefits of embedded finance despite often limited additional resources.
As Justin elucidates, embedded treasury represents a significant opportunity for treasurers to enhance their integration within their organizations’ core operations. However, This deeper integration does not come without its own challenges. One of the primary issues highlighted by Justin is the increase in the treasury department’s responsibilities, particularly in managing data flows and payment processing between treasury systems and core financial systems.
The Growing Responsibilities of Treasury Departments
Justin points out that while embedded treasury can drive efficiency and alignment with business goals, it also necessitates a meticulous and urgent approach to handling data integrity and payment processes. The convergence of treasury systems with core financial systems means that any discrepancies or issues in data management can have far-reaching implications for the organization’s financial health and operational efficiency.
“Embedded treasury provides opportunities for the treasury function to be more integrated with the core business of any organization, but this can also increase the department’s responsibilities,” Justin remarks in the article. He underscores the critical need for treasurers to be equipped with adequate resources to manage these expanded roles effectively.
The Importance of Adequate Resources
One key takeaway from Justin’s contribution is the call for deploying sufficient resources to manage the heightened responsibilities that come with embedded treasury. He emphasizes that without the proper support, the risks associated with data mismanagement and payment processing can outweigh the benefits of integration.
Looking Ahead
As the corporate treasury landscape continues to evolve, organizations must recognize the dual nature of opportunities and challenges presented by embedded treasury. Justin Callaghan’s insights in Euromoney serve as a valuable guide for treasurers navigating this complex terrain, advocating for a balanced approach that prioritizes resource allocation and robust data management practices.
At FTI Treasury, we are dedicated to supporting treasurers in this journey, providing the expertise and solutions necessary to thrive in an increasingly integrated financial environment. We invite you to read the full article on Euromoney for a deeper understanding of the critical issues and opportunities in embedded treasury.
For more information on how FTI Treasury can help your organization manage the complexities of embedded finance, please get in touch with us.