Payment providers have to be designed for resilience - but resilience starts with testing

The financial services industry is increasingly emphasizing operational resilience, especially for payment providers who need to withstand disruptions. Testing is highlighted as the foundational step for building this resilience, ensuring systems can endure and recover from failures or cyber threats. This focus is crucial because the stakes are high; a resilient system can prevent catastrophic failures and protect both providers and consumers. The article underscores that proactive testing and continuous improvement are not just good practices but essential safeguards in today's complex, risk-laden environment.