Helping you accelerate innovation for the future economy

Realising your digital ambitions

Singapore is moving towards a new era of growth in new technologies such as machine learning, the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and data science. And equipped with world-class Information and Communications Technology (ICT) infrastructure, technology companies like yours can reimagine how we live, work and play.

Beyond having to invest in server backups to minimise downtime from potential outages, you may also need to strengthen your network security. Or perhaps identify new avenues for growth and optimise your supply chain. We understand all these challenges and see the potential of scaling your operations from the ground up. Whether you are an early-stage disruptor or someone ready to go global, our dedicated team of ICT specialists can support you in making your vision a reality – from inception to IPO and beyond.

the tech universe

From communications infrastructure to software development, we support a variety of technology sectors at any growth stage.

Let us help make your cash management more productive, easy to track and automated. Do business across borders and make overseas transfers in foreign currencies.

Optimise cash flow with these solutions.

Financial profile of the business

Get an all-in-one business account

Manage business finances with an OCBC business account. From getting an up-to-date picture of your cash flow to reconciling payments and collections, you can access your account 24/7 on desktop and mobile with OCBC Velocity and the OCBC Business app.

Manage business finances with an OCBC business account. From getting an up-to-date picture of your cash flow to reconciling payments and collections, you can access your account 24/7 on desktop and mobile with OCBC Velocity and the OCBC Business app.

Quick currency conversion

Save more on cross-border payments

Adopt a secure and easy way to pay your vendors on time. 43% of ICT firms remit in major foreign currencies through overseas Telegraphic Transfers (TT)*. Plus, send international payments at a preferential foreign exchange rate with FX Online.

*Based on the OCBC SME Index

Adopt a secure and easy way to pay your vendors on time. 43% of ICT firms remit in major foreign currencies through overseas Telegraphic Transfers (TT)*. Plus, send international payments at a preferential foreign exchange rate with FX Online.

*Based on the OCBC SME Index

Make life easier for clients and yourself by spending more time on innovation and less time on paperwork.

Help your business go digital with these solutions.

Online invoices

Work smarter and faster with free e-Invoicing

Save time and cost by switching from manual paper invoices to our free e-Invoicing tool on OCBC Velocity. With it, you can create and send professional e-invoices to your clients, track their payment statuses and automatically reconcile them.

Save time and cost by switching from manual paper invoices to our free e-Invoicing tool on OCBC Velocity. With it, you can create and send professional e-invoices to your clients, track their payment statuses and automatically reconcile them.

Digital optimisation

Optimise repetitive tasks with technology

Spending needless time on onboarding, payroll and appointment reminders? With the Start Digital pack, explore accounting and HR tools to save you time and boost overall productivity.

Spending needless time on onboarding, payroll and appointment reminders? With the Start Digital pack, explore accounting and HR tools to save you time and boost overall productivity.

Struggling with high costs for research and development or making large upfront payments for technology and equipment? We got you covered. Our architecture of finance solutions can help your business thrive, no matter the challenge or opportunity.

Expand your business with these solutions.

Growth strategies

Help your startup take off

Get access to working capital and seize the right opportunities at the right time. Manage your cash flow quickly and effectively so that you can support rapid business growth, navigate cash shortfalls and prepare your business for the unexpected.

Get access to working capital and seize the right opportunities at the right time. Manage your cash flow quickly and effectively so that you can support rapid business growth, navigate cash shortfalls and prepare your business for the unexpected.

Advance payments

Unlock cash from recurring sales invoices

Convert unpaid invoices into cash within 1 working day and get the funding you need to purchase technology or equipment. Borrow and pay for only what you use for 30 days at only 0.5% per month.

Convert unpaid invoices into cash within 1 working day and get the funding you need to purchase technology or equipment. Borrow and pay for only what you use for 30 days at only 0.5% per month.

Customised financing

Achieve peace of mind with Contract Financing

When you secure a large contract and require working capital to fund the ongoing expenses, tap on our Contract Financing facilities that can be customised to your project milestones.

When you secure a large contract and require working capital to fund the ongoing expenses, tap on our Contract Financing facilities that can be customised to your project milestones.

Financial backing from a bank

Issue bonds with confidence

Whether you need a bid bond for a tender, a guarantee to receive an advance payment or a performance bond or warranty bond to fulfil your contractual obligations, apply for the Banker’s Guarantee online via OCBC Velocity.

Whether you need a bid bond for a tender, a guarantee to receive an advance payment or a performance bond or warranty bond to fulfil your contractual obligations, apply for the Banker’s Guarantee online via OCBC Velocity.

CROWDSOURCE IT TO US

We work closely with technology businesses at every stage

With our expertise in working with industry-changing startups, high-growth firms and innovative products, we can help your business thrive in the technology industry.

We offer customised advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, as well as regional expansions.

Take advantage of our large regional network to get financing and advice to grow your business, either now or in the future.

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upgrade your sustainability drive

Go green without going lean

Given its high energy demand, the ICT sector remains a net source of carbon emissions. You can consider reducing e-waste and energy consumption by purchasing energy-efficient equipment and implementing waste level sensors.

Regardless of which ICT sub-sector your business operates in, our innovative sustainable business solutions will ensure you have a competitive edge.

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celebrating your success

We support technology businesses like yours at every step of the way. Watch how they start and grow their businesses and get recognised through our Emerging Enterprise Award.

Growing from a start-up to tech unicorn

More than two decades ago, Nanofilm Technologies opened its first business account as a tech start-up. Today, the deep tech company has grown to be the first local tech unicorn listed on the Singapore Exchange, capturing commercial opportunities globally with its nanotechnology solutions and pushing materials science boundaries for endless possibilities.

KoolLogix – Winner of Emerging Enterprise and Sustainability Awards

KoolLogix focuses on developing energy-saving solutions for data centres.

Dreamcore Private Limited

Dreamcore aims to revolutionise the custom PC market by providing good quality products and guiding customers through the purchase process.

Doxa Holdings International Pte Ltd

Doxa Connex is a collaborative trade platform that focuses on procurement and payment.

Crown Coffee Pte Ltd

Crown Coffee is a contactless dining concept which allows customers to order coffee through an app and collect them through pigeonholes.

Our role in your journey
powering THE ICT INDUSTRY

The OCBC SME Index* is a high-frequency index measuring the business health and performance of SMEs.

The Information, Communications and Technology sector contracted further in 4Q 22, with a dip in reading from 49.4 in 3Q 22 to 48.5 this quarter. The slump in demand for computer and telecommunication equipment has weighed down on growth on the sector.

The Information, Communications and Technology sector contracted further in 4Q 22, with a dip in reading from 49.4 in 3Q 22 to 48.5 this quarter. The slump in demand for computer and telecommunication equipment has weighed down on growth on the sector.

The Information, Communications and Technology sector contracted further in 4Q 22, with a dip in reading from 49.4 in 3Q 22 to 48.5 this quarter. The slump in demand for computer and telecommunication equipment has weighed down on growth on the sector.

The Information, Communications and Technology sector contracted further in 4Q 22, with a dip in reading from 49.4 in 3Q 22 to 48.5 this quarter. The slump in demand for computer and telecommunication equipment has weighed down on growth on the sector.

The Information, Communications and Technology sector contracted further in 4Q 22, with a dip in reading from 49.4 in 3Q 22 to 48.5 this quarter. The slump in demand for computer and telecommunication equipment has weighed down on growth on the sector.

The Information, Communications and Technology sector contracted further in 4Q 22, with a dip in reading from 49.4 in 3Q 22 to 48.5 this quarter. The slump in demand for computer and telecommunication equipment has weighed down on growth on the sector.