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April 22, 2025
3 min read
Author: Aayushya Ranjan
Société Générale Maroc partners with IBM and Power Maroc to modernize its banking infrastructure using AI, microservices, and cloud-native platforms.
Société Générale Maroca leading financial institution with a legacy of over a century in Morocco, has embarked on a significant digital transformation journey. In collaboration with IBM ecosystem partnerPower Maroc(Power M) and IBM, Société Générale Maroc is transitioning from monolithic applications to a modern, microservices-based architecture. This move is designed to enhance operational efficiency, bolster security, and deliver superior digital banking services to its customers.
As Morocco becomes increasingly digitized, customers are increasingly demanding seamless and swift digital experiences. Recognizing this shift, Société Générale Maroc identified the need to modernize its IT infrastructure to support open banking initiatives and foster innovation. The bank’s existing monolithic systems, while reliable, posed challenges in scalability and integration with third-party services, hindering the rapid deployment of new digital offerings.
To build a sustainable system, it is essential to strengthen the foundations of infrastructure and platforms, avoiding reliance on fragile structures. IBM Cloud Pak, with its resilience and modularity, serves as a cornerstone of this transformation, providing enhanced security, optimized performance, and opportunities for innovation, particularly in artificial intelligence. This transformation, supported by partners like IBM, positions Société Générale Maroc as an innovative and forward-thinking bank, setting the stage for a strategy that combines technological robustness, operational excellence, and innovation.
– Adil El Kourri, CIO, COO Tech Société Générale Maroc
In collaboration withIBM Expert Labs, Power Maroc conducted a comprehensive analysis of Société Générale Maroc’s applications. The initial phase focused on resolving core performance issues and enhancing security measures. Upgrades toIBM GuardiumandIBM MQwere implemented to safeguard sensitive customer data and ensure high-availability messaging between applications, even during peak periods. Additionally, the deployment ofIBM Instanaprovided the IT team with enhanced observability across the infrastructure, facilitating proactive issue resolution. Building upon this solid foundation, Société Générale Maroc is advancing its modernization efforts by deployingIBM Cloud Pakfor Integration and IBM Cloud Pak for Applications. Furthermore, the bank is adopting Power Maroc’s containerization platform,rKube,built on IBM Red Hat OpenShift. This integration is set to streamline services, promote innovation at scale, and position Société Générale Maroc at the forefront of Morocco’s banking sector.
At Power Maroc, we view technological solutions within the broader business context. Our collaboration with Société Générale Maroc and IBM is not just about addressing technical challenges but unlocking new business opportunities that drive growth and enhance customer satisfaction.
– Walid Largou, CTO, Power Maroc
This transformation aligns with global banking trends emphasizing digitization to reshape operations and drive innovation. According toIBM’s 2025 Global Outlook for Banking and Financial Markets, for banks to elevate their financial and operational performance in today’s digital first economies, embracing end-to-end digitization is a critical imperative to keeping up with client demands and AI-led innovations.
We are excited to support Société Générale Maroc in its journey towards a modernized, agile banking infrastructure. By leveraging IBM’s advanced technologies and the expertise of Power Maroc, Société Générale Maroc is well-positioned to meet evolving customer expectations and drive innovation in the Moroccan financial sector.
– Mimoun Ouchaou, General Manager and Technology Leader, IBM Morocco
Through these ongoing modernization efforts, Société Générale Maroc is set to deliver enhanced digital services, fostering greater customer engagement and solidifying its position as a leader in Morocco’s banking industry.
