Streamlined Pre-Trade Checks for Regulatory Compliance

Category

Case Study

Author

Wissen Team

Published

May 24, 2024

Introduction

A leading global financial services firm sought a robust system to conduct pre-trade checks on orders from Private Wealth Management clients to ensure regulatory compliance. The firm recognized the criticality of this requirement and engaged Wissen to develop a solution that could execute pre-trade checks efficiently and transparently.

Analyzing the Problem

  • Need for pre-trade checks for private wealth management orders
  • Regulatory compliance mandates
  • Requirement for transparency and auditability

Initial Challenges

  • Absence of an efficient pre-trade checking system
  • Complexity in setting up and managing rules
  • Lack of transparency and audit trail

Our Solution

  • Wissen's technical experts devised a solution focused on speed, transparency, and ease of use:
  • Development of an ultra-fast pre-trade engine based on ANTLR
  • Design and implementation of a custom domain-specific language (DSL) for rule setup
  • Creation of an intuitive and transparent system for rule execution and management

Key Results Achieved

  • Implementation of an extremely fast pre-trade engine
  • Introduction of a custom DSL for easy rule setup by end-users
  • Enhanced transparency and auditability in rule execution
  • Simplified management and retrieval of audit trails for regulatory reporting

Conclusion

Wissen's innovative approach to developing a streamlined pre-trade checking system has enabled our client to meet regulatory compliance requirements efficiently. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as ANTLR and custom DSL, we have provided end-users with a user-friendly platform for setting up, managing, and transparently executing pre-trade rules. This solution not only enhances compliance but also empowers end-users to author rules independently, thereby ensuring regulatory adherence with ease.