Financial Crime Compliance’s Build Versus Buy Debate
Whether to build technology solutions in-house or partner with specialised third parties is a long-standing debate within the Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) community. For every institution, this choice requires balancing powerful, competing priorities. The Build side offers the promise of maximum customisation and control, allowing systems to be perfectly tailored to your unique risk appetite and internal governance structures. Conversely, the Buy path provides access to proven expertise, speed of deployment, and immediate innovation without the full burden of internal development costs.
To help structure this crucial decision, we have distilled the essential points into an easy-to-read visual guide. Our new infographic provides a side-by-side analysis of the six most critical arguments for each approach - from data sovereignty and competitive differentiation to cost structure and key-person risk - with a comprehensive breakdown that will help you determine the most resilient path for your financial institution.
As regulatory demands accelerate and the pressure to modernise intensifies, understanding the core trade-offs in this debate is essential for every FCC professional. Don't risk being left behind on the strategic conversation. Download this infographic to gain clarity and ensure you are fully informed on one of the most critical technology decisions facing the industry today.
