Modern banking with Hogan: Scalable, secure, future-ready
Hogan is the core banking platform that underpins some of the largest banks globally. Renowned for its reliability, scalability and flexibility, Hogan cores are the custodians of over $5 trillion in deposits and support 300 million deposit accounts. The robust architecture enables real-time processing, seamless integration and efficient management of complex banking operations, making it the trusted backbone for more than 40 financial institutions.
Hogan was created more than 40 years ago, but through continued innovation and enhancements today it is AI- and future-ready. Our next generation version, Hogan X, enables in-place modernization, augmented by DXC CoreIgnite and our partner ecosystem.
We continue to innovate and add new features, including Hogan Digital Experience, our latest update that offers improved usability. The IBM z17 with the Telum 2 enables on-mainframe AI processing at huge scale with great efficiency. Our current roadmap will make the platform even more effective for banks to meet their business goals and ensure they have a future-proof platform.
Hogan X is the latest version of Hogan: a hybrid cloud-enabled core banking platform that combines the stability of mainframe technology with the flexibility of cloud infrastructure. It supports both Java and COBOL applications, incorporates quantum safe cryptography and meets FIPS-140 certification standards. Hogan X enables integration into systems of experience enabling hyper-personalized customer interactions, omnichannel engagement and seamless CRM integration, helping banks to stay competitive in a digital-first world.
Hogan io is a modernization framework designed for banks running COBOL-based z/OS systems operating on mainframe hybrid clouds. It offers an eight-point plan covering mainframe testing, DevOps automation, API and microservices integration, workload optimization, external pricing integration, system upgrades, enhanced security and improved customer experience. Hogan io allows banks to evolve legacy systems without the need for full replacement, preserving existing investments while enabling transformation.
Hogan can be provided as a cloud service on an attractive variable consumption-based model. Combining Hogan with DXC’s infrastructure hosting capabilities gives banks of all sizes the ability to have a secure platform with no CAPEX outlay and regular technology refreshes. DXC has 49 global data centers running mission critical systems and manages more mainframe workload volumes than any other corporation.
Hogan Managed Services cover project management, quality assurance, change management and documentation. We help banks transition from traditional models to agile, cross-functional teams, offering staff augmentation, project-based delivery and full managed services to support every stage of their modernization journey.
Our Hogan Health Check is a diagnostic service that assesses system performance, stability and scalability. We identify pain points and provide a tailored modernization roadmap, helping banks reduce total cost of ownership and improve return on investment.
End-to-end Hogan testing services include system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), compliance and automation. Integrated with Agile and DevOps workflows, our AI-enabled automation reduces effort and improves quality. Consulting services are available to optimize your QA strategy.
Hogan Academy is a self-paced, remote learning platform for Hogan professionals. It offers pre-recorded sessions, hands-on exercises, assessments and expert support. Courses are available for developers, analysts and technical specialists, helping organizations reduce training costs and scale expertise across geographies.
Hogan is widely acknowledged as one of the most robust and scalable core banking solutions in the industry. This proven performance makes it the fail-safe choice for banks looking to support a range of growth opportunities without disrupting operations.
Hogan is widely acknowledged as one of the most robust and scalable core banking solutions in the industry. This proven performance makes it the fail-safe choice for banks looking to support a range of growth opportunities without disrupting operations.
The Hogan Core Banking system provides real-time access to all a bank’s customer relationships. This allows the bank to offer its customers convenient access to all their accounts. Banks benefit from relationship packaging and pricing to support their cross-selling and retention strategies.
We utilize hundreds of years of collective experience to provide end-to-end Hogan managed services. We help existing Hogan clients meet regional compliance and regulatory requirements, make enhancements, complete training and perform staff augmentation.
As creator and custodian of Hogan, DXC has the required business and technical acumen to modernize Hogan implementations, provide Hogan consulting services to resolve complex bank-centric problems and augment your existing workforce to meet daily operational needs.
We also offer a progressive modernization program for our Hogan application suite to provide and execute customized assessment and transformation roadmaps to help break apart the monolithic core.
Speak with our experts to shape a path that fits your strategy, risk profile and timeline.
Brad Goad
Head of Core Banking and Payments
Hogan X is the next-gen version of Hogan: a high-performance, mainframe hybrid cloud-based core banking system trusted by major financial institutions to manage trillions in deposits. Its reputation is built on decades of proven scalability, reliability and deep integration capabilities. Hogan X enables banks to process high transaction volumes securely and efficiently, supporting mission-critical operations worldwide. With its robust architecture and ability to handle complex banking needs, Hogan X remains the platform of choice for organizations seeking stability, compliance, and future-ready technology.
Through solutions like Hogan X (the latest hybrid cloud-enabled version of Hogan) and Hogan io (a modernization framework for COBOL-based z/OS systems) banks can combine mainframe stability with cloud agility. These frameworks support integration with Java, COBOL, APIs and microservices, enabling banks to adopt new technologies, streamline operations, and deliver digital-first customer experiences. Furthermore, through CoreIgnite, DXC offers a modular modernization path that allows banks to evolve their legacy systems without the need for full replacement, preserving existing investments while providing the flexibility to innovate and adapt to changing market demands.
DXC offers a comprehensive suite of operational services to help banks maximize the value of their Hogan investment. Managed services cover project management, quality assurance, change management and documentation, supporting transitions to agile, cross-functional teams. The Hogan Health Check provides diagnostic assessments and tailored modernization roadmaps to optimize system performance and reduce total cost of ownership. For quality assurance, DXC delivers end-to-end testing integrated with Agile and DevOps workflows, leveraging AI-enabled automation for improved efficiency. Additionally, Hogan Academy provides self-paced, remote learning for developers, analysts and technical specialists, ensuring organizations can scale expertise and maintain high standards across their teams.
Hogan provides real-time access to customer relationships and accounts, enabling banks to offer convenient, unified account management and personalized services. Its robust architecture supports high transaction volumes and automates complex processes such as interest calculations, compliance reporting and risk management. By integrating seamlessly with digital channels and CRM systems, Hogan empowers banks to deliver faster, more reliable services, enhance cross-selling opportunities and improve customer retention — all while maintaining operational resilience and regulatory compliance.
The hybrid cloud capabilities of Hogan X allow banks to combine the reliability of on-premises mainframe infrastructure with the flexibility and scalability of public and private cloud environments. The combination of the capabilities of the IBM z17 with ZOS running Hogan and zLinux running cloud-native workloads gives the nest of both worlds. This approach lets financial institutions capitalize on existing investments while unlocking new efficiencies and innovation. With hybrid cloud enablement, banks can keep sensitive data secure on-premises or in a private cloud, while leveraging public cloud resources for rapid scaling, cost optimization and advanced analytics. Hogan’s architecture supports seamless integration with modern applications, enabling faster time to market for new features, improved operational resilience and enhanced customer experiences — all while maintaining compliance and data security.
