Oceanic Consulting Group (OCG) and DASH Technology Group have partnered to launch File Review as a Service (FRaaS) - a scalable, independent solution designed to strengthen advice oversight and ensure compliance across the financial services sector. Available via DASH’s Advice Marketplace, FRaaS enables licensees to test advice quality, manage regulatory obligations, and reduce risk through targeted, high-impact reviews. Combining OCG’s deep advisory expertise with DASH’s innovative platform, this partnership delivers a flexible approach to uplift advice frameworks and support compliance maturity.

RecordPoint has announced a strategic partnership with Oceanic Consulting Group (OCG) to elevate information governance for financial institutions. Combining RecordPoint’s intelligent data management platform with OCG’s regulatory and operational expertise, the collaboration aims to help clients navigate growing compliance pressures, enhance records management, and future-proof their data governance strategies. This partnership enables smarter, scalable solutions tailored to the evolving needs of Australia’s financial services landscape.

Oceanic Consulting Group (OCG) has unveiled its newly redesigned website, www.ocg.com.au, developed in collaboration with Snowball Productions. The new platform reflects OCG’s commitment to digital innovation and client engagement, featuring streamlined navigation, responsive design, and enriched content tailored to the financial services sector. With a sharper focus on accessibility and strategic performance, the launch marks a significant step in strengthening OCG’s online presence and delivering greater value to clients.

A Guide highlighting the critical role of data maturity in the evolving financial services landscape. This article outlines a five-stage data maturity model, from Initial (Ad-Hoc) to Optimised (Innovative), emphasising how each stage impacts decision-making, compliance, and operational efficiency. The piece underscores the importance for stockbrokers to assess and enhance their data capabilities to meet regulatory requirements, leverage advanced analytics, and maintain a competitive edge in a data-driven market.

The AML/CTF Amendment Bill introduces critical reforms that raise the bar on financial crime prevention in Australia. With new requirements including a beneficial ownership register, enhanced due diligence, and expanded reporting obligations, wealth management firms must act now to update compliance programs, strengthen monitoring, and mitigate risk. This marks a key shift in regulatory expectations - one that demands immediate attention, smart strategy, and robust execution.

Oceanic Consulting Group (OCG) has merged with London-based LEAD Consulting, expanding its global footprint and enhancing its capabilities in marketing technology, customer data strategy, and financial services advisory. This strategic partnership strengthens OCG’s presence across Australia, the UK, Dubai, Hong Kong, and Singapore - uniting deep financial expertise with cutting-edge MarTech solutions to deliver client-centric, globally informed advisory services.

As ESG expectations accelerate, financial services firms must move beyond basic compliance to turn ESG complexity into strategic advantage. From governance and risk mitigation to advanced data management and regulatory readiness, this article explores how organisations can meet rising stakeholder and legislative demands, while positioning for growth. With expert insights and practical steps, OCG helps firms lead the way in sustainable transformation.

Oceanic Consulting Group (OCG) highlights the Australian Securities and Investments Commission's (ASIC) intensified focus on operational resilience within financial institutions. The piece identifies common shortcomings, such as the improper exclusion of critical services, overreliance on contingency plans, and inadequate documentation and oversight. OCG emphasises the necessity for firms to reassess and enhance their resilience strategies to align with ASIC's expectations, ensuring robust risk management and compliance frameworks are in place.

APRA's Prudential Standard CPS 230, effective from 1 July 2025, mandates that regulated entities enhance their operational risk management, business continuity planning, and third-party risk oversight. This standard aims to ensure entities can maintain critical operations during disruptions and manage risks associated with service providers. Key requirements include establishing a comprehensive risk management framework, implementing robust internal controls, and maintaining a credible business continuity plan. Boards and senior management are held accountable for overseeing these measures to ensure resilience and compliance.​

​This article examines the current criteria for classifying wholesale investors, focusing on the individual wealth test thresholds of $2.5 million in net assets or $250,000 in gross income over the past two years. It discusses the implications of these thresholds and the potential impact of proposed changes on investors and financial markets. The article also highlights the government's timeline for reviewing these classifications and the importance of aligning them with contemporary economic conditions.​

​This article discusses the Compensation Scheme of Last Resort (CSLR) and its role in maintaining trust within Australia's financial services sector. It highlights how the CSLR provides a safety net for consumers by ensuring compensation in cases where financial firms fail to meet their obligations. The article emphasises the importance of the CSLR in upholding the integrity of the industry and protecting consumers.

OCG emphasises the critical role of robust data management as wealth management firms expand into international markets. This article highlights the necessity for scalable data strategies to meet the demands of sophisticated clients and complex cross-border operations. The piece underscores the importance of aligning data infrastructure with regulatory requirements and operational needs to ensure seamless integration and informed decision-making in new market ventures.

Laksh Gangwani, APAC Managing Director for our partner ViewTrade, reflects on the recent trends in digital transformation across the financial services industry including markets businesses and fintech firms. The original video can be found here. 

OCG introduces ViewTrade to its wholesale brokerage, wealth management and platform provider clients to address the inefficiencies they experience, powering cross-border investing for financial services firms throughout the world.