Implementing Agile Risk Management for a FinTech Pioneer

Our client, a dynamic start-up FinTech firm based in London with 150+ staff, is revolutionising the world of real estate through innovative, bleeding-edge technology. Their reliance on rapid technological development posed a significant challenge: balancing the need for agility with robust risk management to protect their networks and intellectual property.

Challenges Faced

The firm’s velocity in adopting and deploying advanced technologies left them exposed to potential risks, including data breaches and operational disruptions. Addressing these vulnerabilities was critical to securing their intellectual property and maintaining control over essential services. The executive team recognised that without an efficient and effective risk management strategy, their ambitions could falter.

Project Objectives

The primary goal was to implement and operate a risk management function that would enable the organisation to maintain its pace of innovation while ensuring the safety of its systems and assets.

Key Outcomes

The project delivered tangible success:

• The Forrow Risk Management Essentials Framework was implemented ahead of schedule, within 30 days.
• Risk management processes became foundational and were later adopted by other teams, such as software engineering, for evaluating new code and services.

Results Delivered

The implementation of the risk management framework not only met immediate needs but also provided a scalable methodology that integrated seamlessly with the company’s agile operations. The ability to demonstrate an effective risk management capability became a crucial asset during their upcoming funding rounds.

Implementation Approach

Using the Forrow Risk Management Essentials Framework, we introduced a structured yet adaptable approach to risk management. This methodology enabled the firm to assess and address risks quickly while aligning with their fast-paced, innovation-driven culture. While no advanced technologies were employed, the framework itself proved instrumental in integrating risk management into their day-to-day operations.

Future-Ready Solutions

The implemented framework ensures that the client is well-prepared for future challenges, including the ability to showcase their robust risk management processes during investor evaluations. By embedding risk management into their operational DNA, the client is now better positioned to scale securely and confidently.

At Forrow, we specialise in delivering scalable, agile solutions that empower organisations to innovate securely. Contact us to learn how we can help safeguard your ambitions.