Case Study: BNP Paribas Fortis achieves automated, secure, scalable bulk payment transfers with Axway

Axway Enables Automation of Bulk Payment Transfers

BNP Paribas Fortis, the banking arm of the Belgo‑Dutch Fortis group, launched a project to replace inefficient, unreliable magnetic‑tape transfers for low‑value cross‑border payments (such as pensions). With SWIFT IFT discontinued and increasing correspondent volume expected, the bank needed a scalable, secure way to eliminate tape corruption and enable near‑instant detection and resolution of file‑transfer issues.

The bank implemented SWIFTNet FileAct accessed via SWIFTAlliance Gateway and integrated Axway’s Transfer CFT/Synchrony MFT and Sentinel for monitoring and control. The solution provided secure store‑and‑forward and real‑time transfers, easy integration with existing payments applications, centralized end‑to‑end tracking and alerts, rapid deployment, and a single‑window model — delivering interoperability, fast ROI and streamlined, reliable bulk payment processing.

BNP Paribas Fortis

Marc Parys

Director, International Payments Department