Technology

Proven technology provides the foundation for the successful operation of exchanges promoted by the FT Group. In this respect, Bourse Africa will benefit from the FT Group's suite of technology offerings. These form a robust, scalable, end-to-end solution spanning all the key elements required to support an efficient and inclusive exchange-trading environment.

The technology solution for Bourse Africa will enable:

• Trading and clearing in multiple commodities, currencies and time zones;
• An order-driven model;
• Accessibility via multiple connectivity mediums;
• High levels of system security;
• A full audit trail;
• External interfaces to terminal markets, warehouses and clearing banks;
• Risk management and real time market surveillance;
• Computation and updating of margin requirements;
• Generation of position and obligation statements;
• ISV and infovendor connectivity.