SCF Ecosystem: How is Asia Adopting SCF?
SCF Summit 2019

This presentation will focus on the evolution of Supply Chain Finance in Asia versus globally, considering the needs and expectations of clients and the evolving propositions of banks and SCF providers, in the changing landscape. This includes, the main drivers behind the fast-paced growth of SCF – globally and Asian market, how has SCF market developed in the last year, the role of technology enabling growth and the challenges in deploying SCF programmes around the world, and market disruptives in international trade and finance.

The Impact of Protectionism on the Supply Chain
SCF Summit 2019

The dramatic increase in protectionism over the last year, leading to the prospect of an all-out trade war between major economies, has the potential to cause significant disruption to supply chains anchored across Asia. How can exporters in Asia stay competitive and combat the risk that their customers in the west, particularly in the USA, adopt on-shoring or near-shoring strategies, switching sourcing to suppliers that are closer to their own manufacturing base or end-buyers?

How are Treasurers Managing SCF today?
SCF Summit 2019

Until recently, many of the processes involved in the supply chain have not been seen as part of the treasurer’s remit. However, as the role of the treasurer has evolved away from being focused simply on cash management to become more strategic, the concerns involved in supply chain finance management have moved into the treasurer’s arena. We discuss what the objectives are for corporate treasurers in supply chain finance, and how have things have changed in the recent past including – key factors, considerations, roadblocks, failures and challenges.

Using SCF to Support Business Growth
SCF Summit 2019

Supply Chain Finance is a meaningful way for multi-lateral banks to partner with global/regional and local banks to extend credit appetite to SME’s in developing market countries. This presentation will explore the focus of Asian Development Bank (ADB), how ADB assists partner banks to extend funding to SME’s in developing market countries by up to 85% beyond standalone risk appetite, and what further challenges still need to be solved.

Opportunities and Risks for NBFIs
SCF Summit 2019

The non-banking financial providers/alternative finance providers have become an integral part of the supply chain management. With their ground-level understanding of their customer’s profile and ability to innovate and customise as per client’s needs, has given them an edge in the market. The panel will explore the non-bank solutions for business and how can businesses access them. Where do non-bank financial providers of the working capital finance see their opportunities? What have been their major successes and challenges? What has been their ability to scale and originate? How do they compare with banks?

Supply Chain Financing on Blockchain
SCF Summit 2019

This short case study will cover the key challenges faced by the corporate and the industry, what the solutions are, and key benefits to the corporate world and the finance ecosystem.

FinTechs vs. Banks – Level Playing Field?
SCF Summit 2019

A lot has been discussed about the existential threat that FinTech supposedly represents to traditional banks. So, are the traditional banks lumbering dinosaurs or sleeping FinTech giants? How will the battle between old and new finance play out? The debate will present the FinTech versus Banking industry supply chain finance landscape and the speakers will present their viewpoints on: are FinTechs a big threat to traditional banking, network and capital – is this enough?

Belt and Road – China’s Trade Superhighway
SCF Summit 2019

This discussion will focus on the relationship between the Belt and Road initiative, protectionism and the physical supply chain. Panel members will discuss the tangible benefits and any unforeseen consequences. If this is a journey, what does the destination look like? How will this initiative be impacted by increasing protectionism and the potential emergence of regional supply chains in preference to global supply chains?

How NBFIs deploy Solutions for SCF
SCF Summit 2019

This discussion will highlight the latest developments and upcoming transformation in the world of financial sector-related technology – from a small but innovative start-up, to one gaining significant traction and profit. This case study will focus on the role of FinTech in supply chain finance, and how far have FinTechs come, and how are they helping companies make profit where most seem to struggle with this?

SCF Innovation vs. the Regulatory Environment
SCF Summit 2019

Regulation is a hot topic of increasing importance in the financing of international trade and supply chain for banks and inevitably for non-bank providers of SCF. The importance of regulation cannot be overstated, and the absence of globally consistent regulatory framework is a significant market distortion. The panel will focus on the state of global regulatory environment and its impact on the evolution of SCF. Has compliance and regulations halted the growth of SCF? Can technology help? We will also discuss the impact of regulation on the availability of affordable SCF solutions for small business and emerging markets.

Digitalization of SCF – Implementation and Challenges
SCF Summit 2019

Digitalization is reshaping the physical supply chain landscape and we are accustomed to seeing increasing application of technology in the world of finance. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that the development of digitised SCF solutions is a hot topic. How are corporates and funders taking advantage of the advances in technology? This panel will explore the key issues faced by those championing the digitalization of trade documents. How has digitalization of trade worked for both parties – customers and bankers? Has it helped bankers save cost? What benefits have been realised by trading companies?