BOOK REVIEW
Book Title: Digital Project Practice for Banking and FinTech
Author: Tobias Endress, Ed.
Publisher: CRC Press / Taylor & Francis Group, LLC
List Price: $51.19
Format: Soft Cover, 197 pages
Publication Date: 2024
ISBN: 978-1-03-249365-7
Reviewer: Jeff Hutchinson, PMP
Review Date: July 2025
Introduction
Digital Project Practice for Banking and Fintech offers a timely and in-depth look at the convergence of technology, innovation, and strategy within the financial services sector. As someone with a career in IT and financial services spanning transformation programs, risk mitigation, and integration leadership, I found the book well-aligned with many trends I’ve observed firsthand, and others I’m preparing for. This book doesn’t try to forecast the next shiny object in fintech; instead, it offers a grounded look at how specific technologies and practices are transforming the business model of banking itself.
Each chapter, authored by different contributors, brings a global lens to digital transformation in financial services, especially from Europe and Asia. While not every chapter breaks new ground, taken together, the book presents a mosaic of real challenges, evolving frameworks, and fast-moving innovations, with case studies and platform-specific insights that add to its practical value.
Overview of Book’s Structure
The book is divided into thematic chapters, many of which explore specific fintech domains or transformation areas:
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- Chapter 1 – Digitalization of Financial Services: Context and framing for what follows
- Chapter 2–4 – Communication, Process Automation, and Digital Transformation Strategies: Set the foundation and practical applications of digital tools
- Chapter 5–7 – Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain, and Banking Disruption: Analyze the pressure points affecting legacy banking systems
- Chapter 8–9 – Crowdfunding and Signaling Theory: Insightful for startup fundraising and investor trust building
- Chapter 10–11 – Embedded Finance and Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL): Great user experience content, ethics, and governance challenges
- Chapter 12 – Zero Trust in Banking: A necessary evolution in financial cybersecurity
- Chapter 13–14 – Digital Transformation Case Study (Siam Commercial Bank) and Asia’s Regulator-Inclusive Fintech Model: These close the book strong with cross-border perspective and success patterns
Highlights
1. Banking Is Now Data Banking
One quote hit hard: “Banking is no longer money banking but data banking.” The book repeatedly emphasizes how the financial sector is evolving from moving money to managing and monetizing data.
2. Crowdfunding Success Depends on Signals
Chapter 9 introduced signaling theory, highlighting how startups must actively signal credibility (e.g., accelerators, IP rights, business angels) to attract equity-based crowdfunding. These subtle cues matter more than flashy pitches.
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How to cite this review: Hutchinson, J (2025). Digital Project Practice for Banking and FinTech, book review, PM World Journal, Vol. XIV, Issue VIII, August. Available online at https://pmworldjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/pmwj155-Aug2025-Hutchinson-digital-project-practice-for-banking-and-fintech-book-review.pdf
About the Reviewer
Jeff Hutchinson, PMP
Dallas, Texas, USA
Jeff Hutchinson, PMP, CISA, ITIL, SSBB, Blockchain Architect is a seasoned business and technology consultant with over 28 years of experience in financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. He holds a BBA in Business Management with a minor in Management of Information Systems from Dallas Baptist University and certifications including PMP, Six Sigma Black Belt, CISA, ITIL, and Blockchain Certified Architect.
Jeff began his career at GE Capital, GE’s Financial Services arm, implementing financial systems and eCommerce/eBusiness solutions, and rolling out business process management systems which align closely with the themes of Digital Project Practice for Banking and FinTech. Outside of work, Jeff enjoys 3D printing, volunteering, and exploring how technology transforms businesses and lives.
Email address: jeff.hutchinson@transformingent.com
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