This document discusses the bank's IT strategy around software defined networks (SDN). SDNs can program networks using ordinary software and standard servers, which allows for automated, simplified and flexible networks. The bank holds annual technology summits to identify emerging technologies from startups, with 15% of presenting companies becoming vendors. It also aims to streamline its data centers and eliminate costs for network ports, servers and other infrastructure. The goals are to align IT with business needs by focusing on delivering business goals, managing risk and contributing to profitability rather than just managing infrastructure. Efficiency efforts are expected to save over $500 million annually by 2019.