Cost-reduction

	Eliminate in-house connectivity costs
	Lower entry costs and access to value-added services

Risk-reduction

	Hosted in dual data centres outside City of London
	Business continuity through fail-safe architecture

Flexibility

	Improved time to market
	24/7 operation

Scaleability

	Ability to flex to meet business volumes
	No IT upgrade costs

Security

	Secure architecture for connectivity and operation
	Reduced operational risks

Focus on core business

	Less reliance on IT
	Reduced need for SWIFT specific skills

Future-proof

	Eliminate costs of keeping current with SWIFT standards
	Ability to adapt to market infrastructure changes