The most wonderful time of the year is upon us, but for banks and financial institutions, the pressure to deliver secure, innovative digital services is a year-round responsibility. As customers demand faster, more seamless banking experiences, the need to “sleigh” the competition with reliable, secure software delivery is crucial.
Just like Santa’s workshop, the software development lifecycle at banks is a bustling hub of activity. Developers are coding away, engineers are testing and monitoring systems, and security teams are vigilantly watching for any threats or vulnerabilities. However, unlike Santa’s elves who work in perfect harmony, banks often struggle to align these different functions and keep security as an integral part of every step.
DevSecOps: The gift that keeps on giving
That’s where DevSecOps comes in to save the day—and your customers’ data—like a modern-day St. Nicholas with secure software delivery. DevSecOps integrates security seamlessly within the software development and delivery process. It’s a continuous cycle of planning, coding, building, testing, releasing, deploying, operating, and monitoring—each phase fortified by robust security measures.
Just as Santa makes a list and checks it twice, DevSecOps teams are proactively identifying risks and addressing vulnerabilities. Through the power of AI and automation, DevSecOps platforms can scan code, run comprehensive tests, and monitor systems in real-time, providing x-ray vision into potential issues.
No more uncertainty about whether your new mobile banking app or cardless ATM functionality will be secure enough to withstand the coming year’s cyber threats. DevSecOps gives you the confidence to rapidly innovate and deliver new services, without compromising on safety and compliance. It’s the perfect present for any bank looking to future-proof its software delivery.
How to avoid the lump of coal
Of course, like hanging stockings and trimming the tree, implementing DevSecOps isn’t always a simple task. Banks often face challenges like integrating with legacy systems, maintaining regulatory compliance, and fostering a security-conscious culture within development teams. But with the right platform and partners, these obstacles can be overcome and you can achieve secure software delivery.
One such platform is the OpenText™ Core Software Delivery Platform, which unifies development, testing, security, and operations capabilities in a single, integrated solution. Layered on top are powerful tools like OpenText™ Core Application Security, OpenText™ DevOps Aviator for AI-powered test generation and conversational search, and OpenText™ Functional Testing—the digital equivalent of Santa’s workshop.
With this suite of solutions, banks can automate mundane tasks, accelerate software delivery, and proactively address vulnerabilities. AI-powered dashboards provide real-time visibility (it is believed Santa uses this for his naughty and nice list), helping teams quickly identify and fix issues. And the platform seamlessly integrates with existing systems to modernize the software delivery lifecycle, without disrupting core banking operations.
Spread the joy of security
So as you’re hanging the stockings by the chimney with care this holiday season, consider how DevSecOps can bring joy to your banking software delivery process. No more rummaging through a sack of security concerns or worrying whether new releases will end up on the naughty list. DevSecOps is the gift that keeps on giving—reliable, secure software that delights customers and keeps cyber threats at bay.
Learn more about the future of banking with DevSecOps.
