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Drowning in complexities:
End support for the Swift Integration Layer (SIL)

Financial institutions and corporates handle millions of payments globally. The challenge is to automate messaging flows without changing or abrupting the legacy systems used in the back-office systems.

Swift Integration Layer (SIL) is a lightweight, customizable add-on software that automates back-office flows by connecting them to Swift without modifying existing systems. However, with the upcoming end of Red Hat Fuse support in mid-2026, Swift has put an end to support for the Swift Integration Layer (SIL) by June 30, 2026, by evaluating the changes and setting a clear course for the future.

Swift Integration Layer (SIL) will be discontinued in 2026

Time for the advanced financial ecosystem to automate Swift Messaging flows

IMS solutions are customizable to enable you to automate your back-office flows by connecting your back office to Swift without modifying your back-office applications. We offer all the required applications, support, and information to help you quickly and securely integrate with the systems. Seamlessly integrate with internal applications for secure data exchange.
Time for the advanced financial ecosystem to automate Swift Messaging flows
Collect data from various systems in any format, protocol, or schedule, and ensure it’s ready for processing and distribution.
“Overheads of technology costs down by 70 to 85%”
IMS offers data transformation services that convert messages between non-Swift proprietary formats and Swift formats like MT, ISO 15022, MX, and ISO 20022. It also supports various standard formats and validation rules, including those for CBS, OMS, CRMs, CSV, Excel, XML, and fixed-length records.
Alongside the standard file-based connectivity method, we provide a range of options for back-office communication- API Web Services, REST/SOAP API, MQ Series, JMS Queues, and Rabbit MQ. Effortlessly connect with external entities, counterparties, market infrastructures, data vendors, and other stakeholders using simple parameter configurations and an intuitive interface.
ECS’s proprietary mapping methods are designed to handle extremely high volumes, processing several million messages per hour within a standard development environment.
IMS is equipped with all the tools and resources you need for quick and secure integration with the API Connector. This includes comprehensive API specification documents and a user-friendly Java-based software development kit (SDK).

How ECS Can Support Our Clients Through The Change of the Swift Integration Layer

In light of this significant change, ECS is well positioned to support our clients in transitioning to reliable integration solutions. At ECS, we are committed to supporting our clients through this transition process, providing the tools and knowledge necessary to adapt to new technologies and maximize the efficiency of their operations.
Our solution aligns with market practices, accommodates diverse customer needs, and is ISO 20022-ready. It benefits banks and corporates with centralized connections, enhanced security, and rapid onboarding.

ECS offers rapid, real-time configurations and graceful eliminiate of redundant services, providing a risk-free acquisition experience with zero investment pricing models.
Effortlessly automate all your back-office Swift messaging flows. Implement solutions that automate workflows and messaging processes, enabling organizations to enhance their operational efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
Connect your systems to Swift without the need for application changes. IMS Gateway application facilitates rapid integration with any number of internal applications through simple parameter settings.
Establish an end-to-end data flow from entry point to delivery. This solution supports calls to shared resources such as message libraries, data mapping, validations, and compliance checks.
Lower your total cost of ownership while being safeguarded from ongoing changes.

Learn more about the discontinuation of the Swift Integration Layer after June 30, 2026.

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