A year of transition: What next for adviser tech in 2023?

Slow progress on integration but clear signs that momentum is building

clock • 4 min read

Peter Calvert takes stock of the last 12 months in technology, saying the next generation of clients will, rightly, expect innovation across financial services

In January, one of the primary tech trends that I forecast was integration. It's largely become a buzzword in advice tech over the last twelve months with very little to back it up. Now my crystal ball may need some calibration, but to me, the main appeal of integration is the fact that it is an enabler for new players in advice tech. Whilst integration hasn't happened at the rate I'd like to see, we've without doubt witnessed new entries and scaling tech businesses that have the potential to integrate and further innovate the advice process. My belief was, and is, that the days of le...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Technology

Half of advisers use technology for Consumer Duty compliance

Half of advisers use technology for Consumer Duty compliance

Advisers not aware of digital tools that can help

Sophia Panayi
clock 04 September 2026 • 2 min read
The human advantage: Why better AI raises the value of good advice

The human advantage: Why better AI raises the value of good advice

Raising the standard of understanding

Elly Dowding and Lee Coates
clock 04 September 2026 • 4 min read
Marloo adds Morningstar research and data to AI platform

Marloo adds Morningstar research and data to AI platform

Available to UK adviser users

Sophia Panayi
clock 02 September 2026 • 1 min read