

Smarter Data Operations
Case Study
Enhancing Data Operations & Reporting Efficiency
Sunflower Bank, a data-driven enterprise, sought to improve the performance of its existing SQL queries and stored procedures to better support its engineering and business teams. To achieve this, they partnered with Data Template, bringing in dedicated development and QA resources to enhance data efficiency, streamline reporting, and deliver clean, reliable extracts for business analysis.
The Vision
To enhance the performance of existing queries and stored procedures to ensure faster insights and better decision-making support for both engineering and business teams.
Scenario
Supporting Growth with Scalable and Reliable Data Operations
Sunflower Bank offers a wide array of financial services, including personal and commercial loans, wealth management, credit cards, and home loans. Their data infrastructure included a complex set of SQL Server queries and stored procedures. However, performance issues, lack of optimization, and the need for structured data extracts for business analytics created challenges for their internal teams. To overcome these issues, Sunflower Bank partnered with Data Template to provide ongoing technical support and process enhancement.

What we did
We deployed a dedicated developer and QA resource to work collaboratively with Sunflower Bank’s onsite team.

Optimizing and fine-tuning existing SQL queries and stored procedures.
Enhancing the performance and maintainability of database code.
Managing version control and code integration through Azure DevOps and Git.
Assisting in the development of CSV data extracts for business analysis.
Supporting the creation and maintenance of SSIS packages for data integration.
Utilizing Visual Studio to ensure high-quality code delivery in a collaborative environment.
Key features of the experience
The Impact
Accelerated Reporting, Enhanced Accuracy, and Empowered Decision-Making
The partnership with Data Template has enabled Sunflower Bank to significantly enhance its data operations. Key outcomes include faster and more reliable report generation, reduced operational overhead, and improved collaboration between technical and business teams. By optimizing core data processes, the bank is now better positioned to deliver actionable insights and support its continued growth.
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What Our Clients Say
Trusted voices from those we’ve worked with - their words say it all.
“Worked with Data Template on Kapital application. During this project, they delivered world-class service including a very friendly environment and full professional technical support. Data Template is a talented, hard-working and warm partner and a joy to collaborate with.”
Traci Morrison
PMO Director, Sunflower Bank, United States.