Banking on Change: Seamless IT Transformation for Financial Sector

Intertec facilitated the transition of Infrastructure Services Support from the incumbent vendor to Intertec, for a prominent player in the UAE’s financial services sector. The esteemed client was grappling with a range of IT infrastructure-related challenges, primarily attributed to the inefficiencies of their existing service provider in managing their critical IT services. The overarching objective of this project was crystal clear: to orchestrate a seamless and disruption-free transition of IT services from the incumbent service provider to the new partner, Intertec. This mission was underpinned by the unwavering commitment to ensure the uninterrupted flow of the bank’s crucial business operations.

Business Problem

The decision to switch managed service providers (MSP) was driven by the client’s dissatisfaction with the quality and performance of the incumbent MSP. This discontent stemmed from a multitude of factors, including poor communication, inadequate response times, a lack of transparency in service delivery, and a notable deficit in expertise within the customer’s specific industry and unique requirements. Intertec faced a challenging situation during a hostile transition, where the vendor was uncooperative in transferring critical knowledge and responsibilities related to the client’s infrastructure. Despite this, Intertec had a stringent 30-day deadline to complete the entire transition, encompassing various IT services such as IT Service Desk, End User and Exchange Support, 24×7 L1 NOC Monitoring, 24×7 SOC Services, Network Support, Server Management (Windows, AIX), and Azure Cloud Support.

How Intertec Helped

To address challenges and mitigate the risk of hostility, Intertec adopted a proactive and collaborative approach. This involved gaining a clear understanding of transition obligations by sharing them with the client at contract sign-off, establishing a tri-party governance structure with both the client and the incumbent’s Single Point of Contact (SPOC) to align expectations, and obtaining access to documentation and the customer’s IT landscape. Intertec’s team of experts engaged in self-learning and documented their findings to bridge knowledge gaps, creating Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) documents that were reviewed and approved by the client. Frequent customer reviews were conducted at various transition stages to address concerns promptly. Additionally, as part of Go-Live readiness, Intertec and the customer set up War Rooms to identify critical scenarios, simulate ticket resolutions, and ensure strict adherence to processes for steady-state operations, thus maintaining service quality and SLA adherence. This comprehensive approach, including collaboration, documentation, and thorough testing, helped Intertec successfully navigate the challenging transition and provide uninterrupted IT services to the customer within the tight deadline.

Business Outcomes Delivered

Intertec delivered significant business outcomes for the client by providing next-generation solutions and high-quality services. Overall, Intertec helped the customer optimize their IT infrastructure and achieve a competitive advantage in their respective markets:

  • Increased Efficiency: Intertec’s customized solutions help streamline IT operations, reduce downtime, and increase productivity.
  • Improved Security: Intertec’s cybersecurity solutions protect client’s IT infrastructure and data from cyber threats, ensuring their business operations are secure.
  • Enhanced Agility: Intertec’s cloud solutions enabled the client to rapidly scale their IT infrastructure up or down as needed, providing greater agility and flexibility.
  • Reduced Costs: 25-30% savings after Cloud Re-architecture.
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction: Intertec’s high-quality services and personalized approach lead to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty by 40%.

 

Intertec helped the client achieve their business objectives by delivering customized solutions, ensuring a smooth transition, and providing ongoing support to meet their evolving needs.

Industry

Financial Services

Company Size

500+ employees

Related Offering

Managed Security Services and SOC

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