Banking Tech Awards 2026 finalist: Donnelley Financial Solutions
Donnelley Financial Solutions (DFIN) has been selected as a finalist in the 'Best RegTech Solution' category for its groundbreaking platform, ActiveDisclosure, at the prestigious Banking Tech Awards USA 2026.
About ActiveDisclosure
ActiveDisclosure™ is DFIN’s modern, cloud-based regulatory reporting platform designed to streamline compliance for banks and financial institutions across the U.S. Built for accuracy, speed, and security, the platform centralizes financial and regulatory workflows, empowering teams to prepare SEC filings, proxy statements, statutory reports, ESG disclosures, and complex financial documents with confidence.
Key achievements
ActiveDisclosure addresses the core challenges of fragmented reporting tools, error-prone manual processes, and demanding regulatory timelines. Its innovative features include:
Real-time collaboration
Teams co-author documents seamlessly with granular permissions and a full audit trail.
Excel-linked automation
Disclosures, tables, and narratives update instantly from native data sources, reducing errors and cycle time.
AI-Powered benchmarking:
The platform’s Active Intelligence™ automates comparisons against prior filings and peer institutions, surfacing insights early in the drafting process.
Strategic approach and platform capabilities
Comprehensive reporting lifecycle support
ActiveDisclosure supports the full arc of the reporting lifecycle, offering:
- Centralized Collaboration: Teams work in a single, secure environment with role-based access to ensure confidentiality and control.
- Automated Workflows: Filing checklists, due-date reminders, and intelligent health checks streamline the reporting process.
- Integrated XBRL/iXBRL Functionality: Supports both self-service tagging and expert-assisted execution for seamless regulatory filings.
Security and scalability
The platform’s cloud-native architecture ensures:
- Enterprise-Grade Security: SOC 2 Type II controls, MFA, SSO, encryption, and continuous monitoring safeguard sensitive financial data.
- Peak Performance: Handles complex transactions and peak reporting periods without slowdown.
Impact and Recognition
ActiveDisclosure has transformed how financial institutions approach regulatory reporting by:
Reducing compliance risk:
Automated workflows and real-time collaboration minimize errors and ensure audit-ready disclosures.
Accelerating reporting cycles:
Excel-linked synchronization and streamlined workflows cut hours from drafting and review processes.
Commitment to excellence
ActiveDisclosure’s unique combination of intuitive software and expert regulatory support sets it apart. By embedding SEC and XBRL specialists into the workflow, DFIN ensures organizations navigate complex reporting requirements with confidence and precision.
Today, ActiveDisclosure is a trusted solution for thousands of users across industries, helping organizations meet regulatory expectations, reduce compliance risks, and operate with clarity in an increasingly complex reporting environment.