Temenos Sets New Benchmark for Cloud-Native Core Banking on Microsoft Azure
Temenos (SIX: TEMN), a global leader in banking technology, announced a record-setting highwater benchmark for its cloud-native core banking solutions running on Microsoft Azure. The benchmark results will be showcased at the upcoming Temenos Community Forum 2025.
The benchmark simulated a digital bank with 25 million customers and 50 million accounts, processing 16,600 transactions per second while concurrently handling AI workloads. This comprehensive test covered the full suite of Temenos banking capabilities including core banking, digital banking, payments, data hub, and AI services—all powered by Microsoft Azure infrastructure.
Key Highlights of the Benchmark
- Over 40% improvement in efficiency compared to the 2024 benchmark, driven by Temenos’ streamlined architecture and Microsoft Azure Cobalt 100 ARM processors.
- Demonstrated ability to scale rapidly and securely with a minimal cloud footprint.
- Tested AI and Generative AI services integrated via Microsoft Open AI Service interfaces, preparing banks for future digital transformation needs.
These results underscore Temenos’ commitment to delivering highly scalable, sustainable, and future-ready banking platforms that can process vast volumes of transactions and AI-driven data swiftly and securely.
Market Context & Industry Insights
A recent Hanover Research survey commissioned by Temenos revealed that 75% of banks are exploring Generative AI, while 82% are investing in technologies to boost operational efficiency. Of those currently deploying or considering Gen AI, 43% plan to increase investments this year over last.
Bola Rotibi, Chief of Enterprise Research at CCS Insight, noted:
“As banks adopt new technologies like Generative AI, flexible and scalable core systems are essential. Temenos’ benchmark on Azure demonstrates strong potential to support large transaction volumes with efficiency, aiding banks’ agility and sustainability efforts.”
Barb Morgan, Chief Product and Technology Officer at Temenos, said:
“Banks need modular, efficient, and future-proof solutions as they integrate AI and meet evolving customer demands. This benchmark validates our ongoing investment in cloud and SaaS technology, delivering the speed and scale required for next-generation banking.”
Temenos’ latest benchmark showcases the future of banking technology—high performance, AI-enabled, cloud-native core banking solutions that empower banks to scale efficiently and meet rising digital and AI-driven demands.
