SM Business Report - Team 4
SM Business Report - Team 4
SM Business Report - Team 4
26-May-2023
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with a clear strategy for driving efficiency, profitability, and long-term objectives. It
Main challenge
Like any large organization in the financial sector, BMO faces several
challenges. Here are some common challenges that BMO and similar banks may
encounter:
They must comply with various laws, regulations, and guidelines set by regulatory
bodies such as central banks, financial authorities, and government agencies. Ensuring
cyberattacks and data breaches becomes increasingly significant. Banks like BMO
hold vast amounts of sensitive customer information and financial data. Protecting
this data from hackers and ensuring robust cybersecurity measures is a constant
challenge.
and online banking platforms, and provide innovative digital financial services.
Transforming traditional banking systems and processes to meet these demands while
players vying for market share. BMO faces competition not only from other large
banks but also from emerging fintech startups and non-traditional financial service
dynamics.
downturns, and market volatility can impact BMO's profitability, asset quality, and
Reputation and Trust: Building and maintaining a strong reputation and trust
among customers is crucial for banks. Any negative events, such as data breaches,
trust and loyalty. BMO must invest in robust risk management practices,
embracing innovation, and prioritizing customer needs, BMO can navigate these
Analysis
The banking industry is a key component of the financial sector and plays a
providing loans and credit facilities. They also offer a range of financial services such
services.
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primary sources include interest income from lending activities, fees and commissions
charged for services provided, investment income from securities and assets held, and
multinational banks, regional and community banks, and specialized banks focusing
on specific sectors or services. In many countries, there are also central banks that
to ensure stability, consumer protection, and fair practices. Regulatory bodies set
guidelines and rules related to capital adequacy, risk management, liquidity, anti-
improve efficiency. This includes the adoption of online banking, mobile banking
apps, digital payment solutions, and the use of data analytics and artificial
intelligence.
Risk Management: Banks face various risks, including credit risk (default by
borrowers), market risk (fluctuations in interest rates and securities prices), liquidity
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risk (inability to meet obligations), operational risk (system failures, fraud), and
their presence in different countries and providing cross-border services. Global banks
and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. They integrate ESG
Overall, the banking industry plays a crucial role in the economy, providing
essential financial services, facilitating economic activities, and driving growth. The
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and changing customer needs while managing various risks and embracing
sustainable practices.
insights into the competitive dynamics of the Money Center Banks industry and
Threat of New Entrants: Bank of Montreal managers can assess the barriers
to entry in the banking industry and evaluate the likelihood of new competitors
entering the market. Factors such as regulatory requirements, economies of scale, and
established customer relationships can influence the level of threat posed by new
reduce the fixed cost per unit and has been investing in research and development in
success, as it discourages new entrants from entering the market due to the dynamism
of the industry.
products and services have been vital in its success and will continue to be an integral
bargaining power of their customers, such as individual and corporate clients. Factors
such as the availability of alternative banking options, customer switching costs, and
the importance of customer relationships can impact the bargaining power of buyers.
Bank of Montreal can develop strategies to enhance customer loyalty, improve service
buyers.
advantageous. Buyer negotiating strength will be lessened, and the company will have
by creating fresh things quickly. Customers frequently look for offers and
other service providers. Understanding the level of dependence on suppliers and the
be advantageous. Buyer negotiating strength will be lessened, and the company will
evaluate the availability and attractiveness of substitute products or services that could
transformation, and develop innovative products and services to counter the threat of
substitutes.
How Bank of Montreal can tackle the Treat of Substitute Products / Services
• By focusing on the customer's fundamental needs rather than what they are
purchasing.
competition within the Money Center Banks industry. Factors such as the number and
competitive rivalry. Bank of Montreal can focus on its unique value propositions,
competitive edge.
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How Bank of Montreal can tackle Intense Rivalry among the Existing
partnering with rivals to expand the market rather than only fighting
SWOT
Strengths:
customer support.
and personal banking. By reducing risks and capturing different market sectors,
network of branches and ATMs across Canada, giving its clients easy access. This
extensive reach improves client convenience and boosts the bank's ability to compete.
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BMO has been actively investing in technology and innovation. It has introduced
Weaknesses
Montreal is one of the top businesses in its sector, its current culture makes it difficult
resulted in situations where there isn't enough cash flow to cover needs, which causes
across all departments, Bank of Montreal must invest more money in technology,
taking into account the country's rate of expansion and its geographic scope. The
current level of technology investment does not match the company's vision.
solving customer queries, can cause a negative image of the brand. This can either be
to the mark. The bank is dependent more on Canada & US. Also, the Bank of
Montreal lags behind the top 3 Canadian banks in terms of several branches.
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Opportunities:
expand to more developing countries as well as Arab nations too. This serves them as
a very rapid pace, there are advancements in technologies too. Using these kinds of
income along with an increase in consumer spending following the recession. This
will result in growth in Bank of Montreal's target market with new customers that can
at a positive rate for the upcoming years. This is beneficial for Bank of Montreal as
there will be an increase in the number of potential customers that it can target.
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provides an opportunity for Bank of Montreal to undergo expansion projects that are
Low Inflation Rate: The low inflation rate can bring more stability in
the market and enable credit at a lower interest rate to the customers of Bank of
Montreal.
Threats
Montreal since customers who are drawn to this new technology may switch to
competitors. It clutters up the space, which leads to losing out on customers. You
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must also be well versed with a variety of digital marketing skills to get ahead of the
competition.
VRIO
VRIO analysis can help organizations such as Bank of Montreal to do better resource
out of both the micro business environment and the macro environment. If a resource
does not allow Bank of Montreal to minimize threats or exploit opportunities, then it
compete in the industry. If Bank of Montreal don't have rare resources that are
required to succeed in the industry, then Bank of Montreal won't be able to compete
successfully in the marketplace. Secondly holding rare resources can provide Bank of
Montreal competitive advantage against players that don't have those rare resources.
Bank of Montreal for certain period as all the competitors are going to try to imitate or
innovating on the product side, reducing pain points on service delivery, and having
an effective post sales servicing strategy. Check out the SWOT analysis of Bank of
Montreal
Even if the Bank of Montreal has all the valuable resources that are
both rare and difficult to imitate, it won't automatically result into a sustainable
Bank of Montreal is not organized based on its strengths then it won't able to exploit
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providers of working capital solutions, today announced its strategic alliance with
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Bank of Montreal (BMO) to provide Supply Chain Finance solutions for their clients.
Demica will license its state-of-the-art technology platform on a white label basis,
providing a range of sThis particular Supply Chain Finance alliance is unique in that
BMO is the first North American bank to enter into a white label solution with
is able to deliver platform solutions and the product support required to take BMO’s
including buyer integration and supplier onboarding to BMO.ance Peter Grills, Head
of Global Trade at BMO, states; “We are excited to be working with Demica as our
strategic partner for supply chain finance services. We are impressed by the
platform’s new features and functional simplicity and we look forward to offering this
enhanced service to our customers and driving growth across BMO’s Global
Group, has partnered with IBM’s managed business process unit to help joint clients
control business travel and expense management costs, drive process and policy
BMO Financial, the partnership benefits organizations and their employees: Expense
data from BMO and Diners Club corporate cards – both of which run on the
Solution (IBM GERS), reducing employee’s time and effort to submit expense
reports, and giving corporate travel managers improved visibility and control into
International Women’s Day 2022. Through the program, BMO will allocate $5 billion
“Our Purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, comes to
life through initiatives like this that drive progress towards a thriving and inclusive
Banking, BMO Financial Group. “We recognize the great impact women business
owners have on our communities and we are committed to helping them access the
capital they need to grow their businesses, and through them, our economy.”
difference for women entrepreneurs!” said Hon. Mary Ng, Minister of International
advancing gender equality, we know we can add $150 billion to the Canadian
economy – and if the world follows suit, $12 trillion to the global economy. This is
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both the right thing to do, and the smart thing to do for our economy. Our government
private sector partners stepping up, we can build a more inclusive future.”
include mobilizing $400 billion for sustainable finance, increasing support for small
businesses and women entrepreneurs, and committing to key diversity goals. BMO’s
Zero Barriers to Inclusion 2025 strategy includes diversity goals for senior leader and
executive roles, which includes maintaining leadership in gender equity with at least
40 per cent of senior leader roles filled by employees who identify as women.
Additionally, its support extends to women experiencing added barriers that are
BMO has acquired 8 companies and its latest acquisition was Air
Arrangement Act (Canada) (the CCAA) commenced in the Ontario Superior Court of
clients' lead partner in the transition to a net-zero world, and the progress we're
making for a thriving economy, a sustainable future, and an inclusive society," said
Dan Barclay, CEO, BMO Capital Markets. "Radicle's leading expertise and
commitment to help our clients understand and manage the risks and opportunities of
energy transition."
million customers to its client roster while expanding its banking presence with 514
Bank of the West was founded in 1874 as Farmers National Gold Bank
and currently has approximately $105 billion in assets. Banque Nationale de Paris
(BNP) acquired Bank of the West in 1979, while BNP merged with Paribas in 2000.
transaction is completed, it “will have a strong position in three of the top five U.S.
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Recommendations
These recommendations focus on areas that can help BMO enhance its services,
improve customer experience, and remain competitive in the evolving banking landscape:
offer a seamless and user-friendly banking experience. Develop robust mobile banking apps,
online portals, and self-service options to meet the changing preferences of customers who
customer data from potential threats and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
Regularly assess and update security protocols, invest in advanced threat detection systems,
behavior, enabling proactive and targeted offerings that meet individual needs.
development and service delivery. Explore partnerships that can help BMO offer new digital
technologies to optimize internal processes, reduce operational costs, and enhance decision-
making capabilities. AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants can assist customers with
routine inquiries, allowing staff to focus on more complex issues and providing faster service.
financial decisions and improve their understanding of banking products and services.
principles and integrate sustainability considerations into business strategies. Offer green
identify, assess, and mitigate potential risks. Implement robust systems for risk monitoring,
stress testing, and scenario analysis to ensure resilience in the face of economic volatility and
regulatory changes.
together, share ideas, and explore new opportunities for growth and differentiation in
the market.
It's important to note that these recommendations are general in nature, and
Conclusion
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