Sber’s initiatives in modern technology were recognized with six awards at Tech Awards 2023, underscoring the bank’s commitment to innovation and digital leadership. These honors highlight the range of Sber’s activities—from enterprise solutions to cloud platforms and AI-driven HR tools—that contribute to a more efficient and tech-enabled financial ecosystem.
The Tech Awards celebrate CTOs, chief engineers, developers of cutting-edge technology, and organizations that have successfully conceived and implemented transformative digital solutions. The awards illuminate breakthroughs across product design, platform development, and strategic digital programs that push the industry forward.
In the Innovative Company of the Year category, Sber’s Industry Solutions project earned the Grand Prix, reflecting a milestone in delivering industry-specific services for entrepreneurs. The bank introduced a set of solutions designed for the SberBusiness internet banking environment, operating on a streamlined single-window concept that simplifies access and usage for business clients. This approach demonstrates how a large financial institution can tailor technology to the needs of diverse market participants while maintaining a cohesive user experience.
For Tech Transformation of the Year, the Grand Prix went to the Sber Cloud Digital Platform. This homegrown development supports technological independence for Sberbank by integrating more than 70 products, components, and tools in a unified ecosystem. The platform exemplifies how a national-scale bank can consolidate disparate services into an adaptable and scalable digital environment, enabling faster innovation cycles and consistent delivery.
The Platform of the Year accolade went to Sber’s HR platform Pulse, built on artificial intelligence foundations. Twelve service modules automate a wide spectrum of human resources tasks, from day-to-day operations to employee development and evidence-based management decisions. By harnessing AI-driven insights, Pulse aims to optimize workforce planning, performance management, and talent development across the organization.
The Lending Potential for Business project was named Grand Prize winner in the Breakthrough Technology of the Year category. This service targets small and micro enterprises with a quick, self-service approach to credit assessment and approval. Entrepreneurs can, in minutes, determine their maximum unsecured and secured loan options and understand terms suitable for various business needs, even without prior bank affiliation. The solution demonstrates how rapid credit decisioning can empower small businesses to seize opportunities and grow responsibly.
Sber’s educational initiative, School 21, claimed the Grand Prix in the Best Technology Education Program category. The program provides free, world-class IT training through a distinctive methodology designed to cultivate highly skilled technology professionals who can contribute to the digital economy. This effort helps bridge gaps in specialized talent and supports sustained technology leadership.
Finally, the Product of the Year award recognized the digitization efforts within SberBank Online, focusing on the settlement of problematic debts for individual customers. The digital services offer a convenient, end-to-end experience for resolving credit obligations, enabling customers to address issues through a secure online channel with full-cycle support. This initiative reflects a broader trend toward simplifying complex financial processes through digital channels and enhancing customer satisfaction.