Bristol-based accelerator and research project, Future Finance, i is launching a new initiative to drive digital transformation across UK financial firms— future-proofing their operations and fostering sector-wide innovation.
The UK financial services industry is undergoing rapid transformation, with innovations such as AI, automation and data-driven decision-making reshaping the landscape. However, many smaller organisations struggle to identify and implement the right technologies to stay competitive. Not only does this hinder productivity in the sector, it’s also negatively impacting access to financial services for underserved communities.
To address this challenge, Future Finance has launched the Innovation Adoption Consultancy, an opportunity that will provide financial services firms - across insurance, , lending, and financial advice - with practical support and expert guidance to get started and successfully integrate transformative technologies.
The programme will be largely led by newly appointed Abraham Mauleon Amieva, Senior Research Associate at Future Finance. Abraham will work alongside each individual business, using insights to identify barriers to adoption, creating tailored solutions to overcome them.
Abraham said: “Innovation is not just about adopting the latest technology; it’s about fostering a culture of flexibility, change and forward-thinking. Businesses that embrace innovation strategically will not only remain competitive but will be far better equipped to navigate future challenges in order to seize new opportunities as they arise. We also hope that by tackling the root causes of market issues, access to financial services will be improved for all. Our consultancy is designed to guide financial services firms through this transformation, ensuring they have the right tools and mindset to thrive in an evolving industry.”
Our consultancy is designed to guide financial services firms through this transformation, ensuring they have the right tools and mindset to thrive in an evolving industry.
With a PhD in Physics and extensive expertise in data science, AI, and automation, Abraham has been instrumental in driving collaboration between academia and industry. His leadership in initiatives such as AI West and the Digital Skills Institute positions him as a key figure in fostering technological adoption and skills development for businesses around the UK.
Impact of the Innovation Adoption Consultancy will go far beyond the individual organisations. Insights from the programme will be used to understand the barriers to innovation faced by the industry.
