Strategic credit risk management in accordance with CRD requirements

CRD Credit Risk & SA-CR Reform

End-to-end consulting for implementing the CRD credit risk framework: from the reformed Standardised Approach (SA-CR) and Output Floor calculations to ECAI due diligence requirements.

  • 01Full compliance with CRD credit risk requirements
  • 02Optimisation of capital allocation and risk-return ratio
  • 03Implementation of solid stress testing frameworks
  • 04Strengthening risk-bearing capacity and business strategy
11+Years of experience
120+Employees
540+Projects
ISO 27001certified

CRD Credit Risk Framework: SA-CR, Output Floor & Regulatory Implementation

CRR III has introduced fundamentally revised capital requirements for credit risk since January 2025. The reformed Standardised Approach (SA-CR) brings new exposure classes, more risk-sensitive risk weights and stricter ECAI due diligence requirements. At the same time, the Output Floor progressively limits internal-model capital relief to 72.5% by 2030. We guide banks and financial institutions from gap analysis through IT implementation to supervisory reporting — hands-on, regulation-grounded and tailored to your portfolio structure.

Our comprehensive range of services in CRD Credit Risk Management covers all aspects from strategic planning to operational implementation. We develop tailored solutions that optimally align your specific business requirements and regulatory obligations.

2 service modules

What we take on for you

Bookable individually or as an end-to-end programme.

01

IRB Model Development and Validation

Development and validation of internal rating models to CRD requirements for optimal capital efficiency.

  • PD, LGD and EAD model development
  • Model validation and backtesting
  • Supervisory documentation
  • Continuous model monitoring
02

Stress Testing and Scenario Analysis

Implementation of solid stress testing frameworks to evaluate risk-bearing capacity under various market scenarios.

  • Macroeconomic scenario development
  • Portfolio-based stress tests
  • Reverse stress testing
  • Capital planning integration

5 phases

Our Approach

We work with you to develop a comprehensive CRD Credit Risk strategy that combines regulatory excellence with business value.

  1. Analysis of your current credit risk positions and processes

  2. Gap analysis against CRD requirements and best practices

  3. Development of tailored risk models and frameworks

  4. Implementation and integration into existing systems

  5. Continuous monitoring and optimisation

Your contact

Melanie Düring

Head of Risk Management

The implementation of advanced CRD Credit Risk Management systems is not only a regulatory necessity but a strategic competitive advantage. Our clients benefit from more precise risk assessments, optimised capital allocation and well-founded business decisions that enable sustainable growth.

Our Strengths

  • 01In-depth expertise in CRD regulation and credit risk modelling
  • 02Many years of experience in implementation at leading financial institutions
  • 03Comprehensive approach from strategy to operational implementation
  • 04Continuous support and adaptation to regulatory developments

Expert Tip

Successful CRD Credit Risk Management goes beyond pure compliance. It creates strategic competitive advantages through precise risk assessment, optimised capital allocation and well-founded business decisions.

Certificates, partners and more

ISO 9001 CertifiedISO 27001 CertifiedISO 14001 CertifiedBeyondTrust PartnerBVMW Bundesverband MitgliedMitigant PartnerGoogle PartnerTop 100 InnovatorMicrosoft AzureAmazon Web Services

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