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Why improving operational resilience is necessary in today’s financial sector

In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, financial entities, third-party vendors, and proposal managers alike face unprecedented challenges from rising cyber vulnerabilities and global supply chain complexities. The stakes are higher than ever—disruptions caused by security breaches can cripple operations, completely derail projects, and destroy trust with clients.

Regulators are stepping in with initiatives like the EU’s Cyber Resilience Act to address security flaws in digital products, making operational resilience a non-negotiable priority. A single cyberattack on critical systems, like global payments, could result in losses of trillions, underscoring the need for proactive defense.

Strong operational resilience not only safeguards your team’s workflow and sensitive data but also positions your organization as a trusted partner in a high-stakes environment. Failure to comply with evolving regulations risks legal penalties, reputational damage, and lost business opportunities.

Regardless of whether you work at an EU-based financial institution, a third-party vendor that supplies to an EU-based financial institution, …