Consolidated Report
Detailed Processes for Critical Business Services: CBF-1 to CBF-12
Introduction
“Detailed Processes for Critical Business Services for Metrobank” provides a structured, granular account of how Metrobank delivers its most essential banking services under both normal and disrupted conditions.
It translates high-level Critical Business Services (CBS) into clearly defined sub-processes that reflect how value is created, delivered, and supported across channels, systems, and teams.
By articulating these detailed processes, the chapter establishes a common operational language for business, technology, risk, and compliance stakeholders, ensuring a shared understanding of what truly underpins service continuity, customer confidence, and regulatory compliance.
The purpose of this chapter is to serve as a foundational input to Metrobank’s Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and broader Operational Resilience implementation.
Readers are expected to understand how each Critical Business Service is decomposed into actionable, assessable process components, thereby enabling consistent identification of impacts, dependencies, tolerances, and recovery priorities.
Before proceeding, the reader should recognise that this chapter is not merely descriptive, but analytical—its objective is to equip decision-makers and practitioners with the clarity needed to assess disruption risk, validate resilience assumptions, and support informed governance, investment, and regulatory submissions throughout the operational resilience lifecycle.
Table P1-1: List of Critical Business Services CBS-1 to CBS-12
|
CBS Code |
Name of Critical Business Service (CBS) |
Description |
|
1 |
Deposit and Withdrawal Services |
Management of retail and corporate deposit accounts, enabling withdrawals via branches, ATMs, or online platforms |
|
2 |
Payments and Fund Transfers |
Processing of interbank and intrabank transfers, bill payments, card transactions, and mobile app fund transfers |
|
3 |
ATM and Branch Cash Services |
Cash withdrawal, deposit, and cheque encashment at branches and ATMs nationwide |
|
4 |
Corporate Cash Management and Collections |
Provision of cash management, receivables, and disbursement services to corporate clients |
|
5 |
Loan and Credit Services |
Loan origination, approval, disbursement, servicing, and collection for retail and corporate clients |
|
6 |
Treasury and Capital Markets Operations |
Management of foreign exchange, liquidity, securities trading, and investment banking services |
|
7 |
Digital and Online Banking Services |
Access to accounts, funds transfer, bill payment, and digital card management via web and mobile apps |
|
8 |
Wealth Management and Trust Banking |
Investment and portfolio management services for high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients |
|
9 |
Credit Card Issuing and Acquiring Services |
Card issuance, payment authorisation, merchant acquiring, and settlement |
|
10 |
Overseas Remittance and Foreign Exchange Services |
Processing of overseas remittances and currency exchange for customers and OFWs |
|
11 |
Regulatory and Compliance Reporting |
Submission of statutory, prudential, and anti-money laundering (AML) reports to BSP and other regulators |
|
12 |
Third-Party / Outsourced Service Management |
Oversight and management of external vendors providing critical systems and services |
Table P1-2: Detailed Processes for CBS-1 to CBS-12
|
Sub-CBS Code |
Sub-CBS |
Description of Sub-CBS |
|
1.1 |
Cash Deposit at Branches |
Customers deposit cash at branches; funds are verified and credited to accounts. |
|
1.2 |
Deposit via ATMs |
Cash deposits made through ATMs are automatically credited after verification. |
|
1.3 |
Online / Internet Banking Deposits |
Electronic fund transfers from external banks via digital channels. |
|
1.4 |
Cash Withdrawal at Branches |
Customers withdraw cash over the counter after balance verification. |
|
1.5 |
ATM Withdrawals |
Cash withdrawals through ATMs using cards and PIN authentication. |
|
1.6 |
Online / Internet Banking Withdrawals |
Electronic outward transfers initiated by customers via online banking. |
|
1.7 |
Failed Deposits or Withdrawals |
Investigation and resolution of failed or incomplete transactions. |
|
1.8 |
Fraud Detection and Prevention |
Monitoring, detection, and investigation of suspicious transactions. |
|
2.1 |
Transaction Initiation |
Customers initiate payments via branches, ATMs, or digital platforms. |
|
2.2 |
Transaction Validation |
Verification of transaction details, limits, and fund availability. |
|
2.3 |
Transaction Authorization |
Approval of transactions based on controls and policies. |
|
2.4 |
Transaction Settlement |
Execution and completion of fund transfers between parties. |
|
2.5 |
Reconciliation |
Matching and validation of transaction records across systems. |
|
2.6 |
Dispute Resolution |
Handling customer disputes related to payment transactions. |
|
2.7 |
Compliance and Reporting |
Regulatory compliance checks and transaction reporting. |
|
2.8 |
System Maintenance and Monitoring |
Continuous monitoring and maintenance of payment systems. |
|
3.1 |
ATM Cash Withdrawal Services |
Provision of cash withdrawal services through the ATM infrastructure. |
|
3.2 |
Branch Cash Withdrawal Services |
Cash withdrawal services are delivered through branch counters. |
|
3.3 |
Cash Deposit Services |
Cash deposit services via branches and deposit-enabled ATMs. |
|
3.4 |
Cash Handling and Replenishment |
Management and replenishment of cash across ATMs and branches. |
|
3.5 |
ATM Maintenance and Troubleshooting |
Maintenance and repair of ATM hardware and software. |
|
4.1 |
Corporate Account Setup and Onboarding |
Onboarding corporate clients, including KYC and account configuration. |
|
4.2 |
Receivables Management |
Collection and processing of corporate receivables. |
|
4.3 |
Payables and Disbursement Integration |
Automated corporate payments, such as payroll and vendor payments. |
|
4.4 |
Electronic Banking & Treasury Platform Support |
Support and monitoring of corporate digital banking platforms. |
|
4.5 |
Cash Concentration and Liquidity Management |
Centralised liquidity pooling and cash management services. |
|
4.6 |
Cheque Clearing and Settlement Services |
Processing and settlement of corporate cheque transactions. |
|
4.7 |
Corporate Deposits and Cash Vault Services |
Secure handling of large corporate cash deposits. |
|
4.8 |
Collections Reconciliation and Reporting |
Reconciliation and reporting of collection activities. |
|
4.9 |
Complaint, Exception, and Dispute Management |
Resolution of service issues and operational exceptions. |
|
4.10 |
Regulatory and Compliance Monitoring |
Monitoring compliance with banking and AML regulations. |
|
5.1 |
Retail Loan Origination and Assessment |
Processing and credit assessment of retail loan applications. |
|
5.2 |
Corporate and Commercial Credit Underwriting |
Credit evaluation and approval for corporate borrowers. |
|
5.3 |
SME Financing and Credit Processing |
Credit assessment tailored for SME customers. |
|
5.4 |
Credit Approval and Sanctioning |
Formal approval of loans via delegated authorities. |
|
5.5 |
Loan Documentation and Contract Execution |
Preparation and execution of loan agreements. |
|
5.6 |
Collateral Management and Security Registration |
Valuation and registration of loan collateral. |
|
5.7 |
Loan Disbursement and Account Setup |
Disbursement of approved loans and system setup. |
|
5.8 |
Loan Servicing and Customer Support |
Ongoing loan administration and customer servicing. |
|
5.9 |
Credit Monitoring and Risk Review |
Monitoring borrower performance and credit exposure. |
|
5.10 |
Collections and Delinquency Management |
Recovery actions for overdue and non-performing loans. |
|
5.11 |
Regulatory Reporting and Compliance |
Regulatory reporting for loan and credit portfolios. |
|
5.12 |
Loan Portfolio Analytics and Strategy |
Portfolio performance analysis and risk strategy. |
|
6.1 |
Liquidity and Cash Management |
Management of daily liquidity positions. |
|
6.2 |
Money Market Operations |
Execution of short-term funding and interbank deals. |
|
6.3 |
Foreign Exchange Trading and Settlement |
Execution and settlement of FX transactions. |
|
6.4 |
Fixed Income and Securities Trading |
Trading and settlement of bonds and securities. |
|
6.5 |
Derivatives Trading and Risk Management |
Derivatives execution and hedging activities. |
|
6.6 |
Treasury Operations and Back-Office Support |
Post-trade processing and settlement support. |
|
6.7 |
Collateral and Margin Management |
Management of collateral and margin requirements. |
|
6.8 |
Treasury Risk Monitoring and Compliance |
Monitoring market and liquidity risks. |
|
6.9 |
Investment Portfolio Management |
Management of investment and liquidity portfolios. |
|
6.10 |
Market Data and Pricing Support |
Maintenance of market data and pricing systems. |
|
7.1 |
Online Banking Platform Management |
Administration, monitoring, and maintenance of Metrobank’s online banking platforms to ensure availability, performance, security, and compliance. |
|
7.2 |
Mobile Banking Application Services |
Provision, operation, and enhancement of mobile banking applications for retail and corporate customers. |
|
7.3 |
Digital Account Access and Authentication |
Management of user access controls, credentials, and multi-factor authentication for digital banking channels. |
|
7.4 |
Online Funds Transfer and Payment Processing |
Processing and settlement of electronic fund transfers and bill payments via digital channels. |
|
7.5 |
Digital Customer Onboarding and e-KYC |
Digital account opening, customer onboarding, and electronic know-your-customer verification. |
|
7.6 |
Digital Customer Support and Service Channels |
Delivery of customer support through online helpdesks, chatbots, and self-service digital tools. |
|
7.7 |
Card-Not-Present and e-Commerce Transaction Processing |
Authorisation and processing of online and mobile card transactions for e-commerce activities. |
|
7.8 |
ATM and Electronic Channel Management |
Operation and resilience management of ATM networks and electronic banking access channels. |
|
7.9 |
Cybersecurity and Fraud Monitoring |
Continuous monitoring, detection, and response to cyber threats and digital fraud incidents. |
|
7.10 |
Digital Banking Data Management and Reporting |
Management, storage, and reporting of customer and transaction data generated from digital banking services. |
|
8.1 |
Client Onboarding and Profiling |
Client due diligence, KYC verification, risk profiling, and suitability assessment for wealth clients. |
|
8.2 |
Investment Advisory and Portfolio Management |
Provision of investment advice, portfolio construction, asset allocation, and portfolio monitoring. |
|
8.3 |
Trust Account Establishment and Administration |
Establishment and ongoing administration of trust accounts and fiduciary arrangements. |
|
8.4 |
Fund and Asset Management Operations |
Operational execution of fund management activities, including custody coordination and settlements. |
|
8.5 |
Wealth and Estate Planning Services |
Advisory services related to estate planning, succession, and wealth transfer strategies. |
|
8.6 |
Regulatory and Fiduciary Compliance Management |
Monitoring and enforcement of fiduciary obligations and regulatory requirements in wealth services. |
|
8.7 |
Client Reporting and Relationship Management |
Preparation of investment reports and ongoing management of client relationships. |
|
8.8 |
Custodial and Safekeeping Services |
Secure custody, safekeeping, and administration of client assets and securities. |
|
9.1 |
Credit Card Application and Onboarding |
Processing of credit card applications, customer evaluation, and account setup. |
|
9.2 |
Card Issuance and Fulfilment |
Production, personalisation, activation, and distribution of credit cards. |
|
9.3 |
Transaction Authorization and Processing |
Real-time authorisation and processing of cardholder transactions. |
|
9.4 |
Merchant Acquiring and Onboarding |
Onboarding and management of merchants for card acquiring services. |
|
9.5 |
Merchant Transaction and Settlement Services |
Processing, clearing, and settlement of merchant card transactions. |
|
9.6 |
Cardholder Servicing and Collections |
Customer service support, dispute handling, billing, and collections for cardholders. |
|
9.7 |
Fraud Detection and Security Monitoring |
Detection, monitoring, and mitigation of card-related fraud and security threats. |
|
9.8 |
Compliance and Regulatory Management |
Compliance with card network rules, AML, and regulatory requirements. |
|
10.1 |
International Remittance Processing |
Processing and settlement of inbound and outbound cross-border remittance transactions. |
|
10.2 |
Remittance Partner and Correspondent Bank Management |
Management of correspondent banks and remittance service partners. |
|
10.3 |
FX Conversion and Rate Management |
Execution of foreign exchange conversions and management of exchange rates. |
|
10.4 |
OFW Remittance Facilitation |
Facilitation of remittance services for overseas Filipino workers. |
|
10.5 |
Cross-Border Compliance and Sanctions Screening |
AML, CFT, and sanctions screening for cross-border remittance and FX transactions. |
|
10.6 |
Customer Enrolment and KYC for Remittance Services |
Customer onboarding and identity verification for remittance and FX services. |
|
10.7 |
Dispute Resolution and Trace Requests |
Handling of remittance disputes, investigations, and transaction trace requests. |
|
10.8 |
FX Transaction Settlement and Reporting |
Settlement, reconciliation, and reporting of foreign exchange transactions. |
|
11.1 |
Regulatory Reporting Framework |
Establishment of governance and processes for regulatory data collection and reporting. |
|
11.2 |
Compliance Monitoring and Auditing |
Ongoing monitoring, testing, and auditing of regulatory compliance obligations. |
|
11.3 |
Submission of Regulatory Reports |
Preparation, validation, and submission of reports to regulators. |
|
11.4 |
Risk Assessment and Mitigation in Reporting |
Identification and mitigation of risks related to regulatory reporting accuracy and timeliness. |
|
11.5 |
Reporting Systems and Technology |
Management of systems and tools supporting regulatory and compliance reporting. |
|
12.1 |
Vendor Risk Management |
Identification, assessment, and management of risks arising from third-party vendors. |
|
12.2 |
Third-Party Contract Management |
Management and oversight of contracts with outsourced and third-party service providers. |
|
12.3 |
Outsourced Service Monitoring |
Performance and compliance monitoring of outsourced and third-party services. |
|
12.4 |
Service Continuity Planning |
Ensuring business continuity and resilience of third-party and outsourced services. |
|
12.5 |
Compliance and Regulatory Assurance |
Assurance that third-party providers comply with applicable regulatory requirements. |
|
12.6 |
Incident Management and Response |
Management of incidents, disruptions, and recovery actions involving third-party services. |
This chapter has established a clear and consistent foundation for understanding how Metrobank’s Critical Business Services are operationally delivered through their underlying detailed processes.
By systematically breaking down each service into its constituent sub-processes, the chapter enables transparency over how customer outcomes are achieved, where operational dependencies exist, and how disruptions may propagate across functions, systems, and third parties.
This level of process clarity is essential for ensuring that resilience discussions are grounded in operational reality rather than high-level assumptions.
The detailed processes documented here serve as a critical reference point for subsequent stages of the Business Impact Analysis and Operational Resilience lifecycle. They provide the basis for assessing impact over time, identifying critical resources and vulnerabilities, defining tolerance thresholds, and prioritising recovery strategies.
As Metrobank advances through resilience planning, testing, and continuous improvement, this chapter should be revisited regularly to validate assumptions, reflect changes in operations, and ensure ongoing alignment with regulatory expectations and the bank’s strategic resilience objectives.
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