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Software, system testing and integration for challenger banks
In short
Forth Systems builds, integrates and independently tests software for challenger banks. Scaling regulated operations on a stack that was built for 10× fewer customers. We work across mambu, thought machine, clearbank or a hand-rolled ledger; lots of fintech vendors stitched together., ship measurable change, and produce evidence your second line and your regulator can sign off without rework.
The pressure on challenger banks right now
Scaling regulated operations on a stack that was built for 10× fewer customers.
The systems that matter
Mambu, Thought Machine, ClearBank or a hand-rolled ledger; lots of fintech vendors stitched together.
What a typical engagement looks like
A test automation programme that turns a 3-week regression cycle into a 4-hour CI gate.
What good looks like
Faster releases, fewer production incidents and a defendable control environment.
How we engage
Fixed-scope discovery, a 30-day pilot against a real workload, then a continuation engagement with named UK-based engineers. We work to your tooling, your release process and your control environment.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have experience with challenger banks?
Yes — Forth Systems delivers actively into challenger banks, with engagements spanning system testing, integration, modernisation and bespoke build. Anonymised case studies are available on request.
Can you sign DPAs and supplier security questionnaires?
Yes. We're set up for standard DPAs, supplier security questionnaires, third-party risk assessments and Crown Commercial DPS engagement.
Where are you based?
Edinburgh-based, delivering UK-wide with named engineers and onsite presence in London and across Scotland as required.
How fast can you start?
Most engagements start within 2-4 weeks of a signed SoW, faster where an existing supplier framework is in place.
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