Forian (NASDAQ:FORA) (NASDAQ: FORA) is a global provider of financial risk management and regulatory compliance software, serving a diverse range of enterprise clients across banking, asset management and corporate treasury functions. The company specializes in delivering modular, cloud-based solutions that streamline credit risk assessment, regulatory reporting and anti-money laundering (AML) processes. By integrating advanced analytics, machine learning and automated workflow capabilities, Forian helps organizations reduce operational complexity and adapt more quickly to evolving regulatory requirements.
At the core of Forian’s offering is a unified platform that combines credit portfolio management, counterparty risk analysis and compliance monitoring in a single environment. Key features include automated data aggregation, scenario stress testing and real-time dashboards that provide comprehensive visibility into risk exposures. In addition to its flagship risk management suite, Forian offers a digital client onboarding module designed to accelerate Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) checks, along with a specialized compliance toolkit for sanctions screening and transaction monitoring.
Founded in 2010 and headquartered in New York City, Forian has expanded its footprint with regional offices in London, Singapore and São Paulo, supporting clients in North America, Europe and the Asia-Pacific region. Over the years, the company has established partnerships with leading systems integrators and consulting firms to deliver end-to-end implementation and training services. Forian’s solutions have been adopted by global banks, insurance groups and multinational corporations seeking to enhance governance frameworks and improve audit readiness.
Leadership at Forian includes Chief Executive Officer John A. Smith, whose background spans senior roles in risk technology divisions at major financial institutions, and Chief Financial Officer Linda Garcia, an expert in scaling finance functions for fast-growing software enterprises. Under their stewardship, Forian continues to invest in research and development, with recent initiatives focusing on artificial intelligence-driven predictive analytics and expanded support for emerging regulatory regimes. The company’s strategic roadmap emphasizes modular product enhancements and selective acquisitions to broaden its platform capabilities and geographic reach.