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Explore the world of reform experiences in public sector banks with key figures, features of well-functioning retail and savings banks, reform approaches, and conclusions on successful transformations. Discover common factors frustrating reform and examples of successful transformations, such as Nova Ljubljanska Banka. Learn about ownership structures, corporate governance, and instruments used in the reform process. Uncover the key to a successful reform process: PEOPLE. For more information, visit www.savings-banks.com or contact info@savings-banks.com.
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Reform Experiences in Public Sector Banks 9 April 2003 World Bank
ESBG Membership 26 Members from 26 Countries Key Figures (1 January 2002) Total Assets:2,890 billion EUR Non-Banker Deposits:1,708 billion EUR Non-Banker Loans: 1,623 billion EUR Branches: 65,813 Staff: 734,359 Institutions represented: 955
WSBI Membership 109 Members from 92 Countries Key Figures (1 January 2002) Total Assets:6,414 billion EUR Non-Banker Deposits: 4,602 billion EUR Non-Banker Loans: 2,152 billion EUR Branches: 201,136 Staff: 2,421,148 Institutions Represented: 1,118
Features of a well functioning Retail Bank Reform approaches Common factors frustrating reform Example of a successful transformation Conclusions Outline
Retail Bank Market focus: Private Individuals Households SMEs Local Authorities Broad distribution network Acts in a socially responsible manner What is a Savings Bank?
Examples of Savings Banks • State-owned banks • Cooperative banks • Private Foundations • Joint-stock banks (Banque et Caisse d’Epargne de l’Etat, Luxembourg) (Caisse Nationale des Caisses d’Epargne, France) (Cajas de Ahorros, Spain) (Lloyds TSB Bank, UK)
Examples of Savings Banks NB. A successful bank is not determined by its ownership structure
Institutional Integrity Proficiency Efficiency Features of a well-functioning savings bank Sound Corporate Governance • High quality management • Sound business plan • Good financial management • Well trained and motivated workforce • Appropriate products and services • Optimum size and combination of branch networks and distribution channels • Streamlined internal processes • Independent legal and management structure • Confidence of all stakeholders • Transparency towards owners and customers
Instruments used in the Reform Process Must be appropriate to the beneficiary’s needs Management commitment essential • Technical Assistance • Bank Twinning • Management Contracts • Selling of strategic stakes Caution amongst some Western banks: - Concern re beneficiary’s desire for ‘most favoured status’ - High demand for study tours Caution amongst some Western banks: - Reputational risk from problems outside contractor’s control - Care re contractual liability A foreign bank rarely wishes to remain a minority investor for very long
I Know I Can I Will The process of managementof change If unable to say this, the change process will fail
Common factors frustrating reform • Political interference in internal affairs • Corporate inertia • General resistance to change • Low level of skills
A successful transformation Nova Ljubljanska Banka Full service bank active in retail, corporate and investment banking
Nova Ljubljanska Banka Reasons for success • Slovenian authorities created an environment conducive to reform • Capable leadership of a strong President and management team • Clear business and strategic objectives • Redesign of its business processes and introduction of new IT • Ongoing process of investment in management and staff education and development
Conclusions • Ownership per se is not the determining factor in whether or not a bank is successful • Good corporate governance is key to a well-functioning public sector retail bank • Common factors that frustrate reform are political interference, corporate inertia, resistance to change, and low skill levels
Conclusions • The key to a successful reform process is PEOPLE • International aid projects facilitate the process of reform
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