Bankwest’s revamped website will take advantage of crowd-sourcing with user-generated comparisons and a range of new online-shopping inspired functions designed to reflect a more retail, customer-centric perspective. The Commonwealth Bank-owned subsidiary claims the tools are unique in the financial services industry. Other enhancements include better search and filter functions. “The new website offers customers a range of tools to help them select, compare and apply for products online,” said Bankwest retail chief executive, Vittoria Shortt, in a statement. “The website includes shopping basket type functionality, filtering capabilities, user-generated comparison charts and ways to save and share selections.” SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe The new search tool predicts popular search terms and keyword matches as users type. Rather than recommending alternative keywords, however, the tool suggests direct links to relevant information and services across the entire site. “Consumers are increasingly tech-savvy so we have invested considerable time into making the website as user-friendly and satisfying as possible,” Shortt said. “We’ve looked at the best websites beyond financial services and used this to benchmark ourselves. We’ve simplified online research for customers and given them the rich experience they expect from the best sites online whilst also maintaining our unique Bankwest brand.” In keeping with user expectations, elements of the original website have remained unchanged, she said. “We know that 85 per cent of users go to our website to log onto online banking, so we have made that a priority to remain as accessible and secure as possible. We’re also aware that for everyone else visiting the site to find information, get help or to self-serve, it was important that the site is a simple and engaging destination.” The bank is also in the middle of renovating more than 100 stores across Australia and has also launched a new iPhone app, which is available for download from the iTunes app store. Read more about Bankwest Project management key to Bankwest capped rate home loan success Time to get Agile Bankwest moves into Fujitsu data centre in Perth BankWest sees success with in-house social networking Follow Georgina Swan on Twitter: @swandives Follow CIO Australia on Twitter: @CIO_Australia Related content feature Gen AI success starts with an effective pilot strategy To harness the promise of generative AI, IT leaders must develop processes for identifying use cases, educate employees, and get the tech (safely) into their hands. By Bob Violino Sep 27, 2023 10 mins Generative AI Generative AI Generative AI feature A fluency in business and tech yields success at NATO Manfred Boudreaux-Dehmer speaks with Lee Rennick, host of CIO Leadership Live, Canada, about innovation in technology, leadership across a vast cultural landscape, and what it means to hold the inaugural CIO role at NATO. By CIO staff Sep 27, 2023 6 mins CIO IT Skills Innovation feature The demand for new skills: How can CIOs optimize their team? By Andrea Benito Sep 27, 2023 3 mins opinion The CIO event of the year: What to expect at CIO100 ASEAN Awards By Shirin Robert Sep 26, 2023 3 mins IDG Events IT Leadership Podcasts Videos Resources Events SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER From our editors straight to your inbox Get started by entering your email address below. Please enter a valid email address Subscribe