Turning Complexity into Clarity
In Risk, Finance and Analytics
The Shard combines analytics, accounting, risk assurance and actuarial expertise to help organisations make smarter, more confident decisions. With a balance of precision and perspective, we deliver the highlights that move businesses forward.
Who We Are
CLARITY, CONFIDENCE, VALUE. DELIVERED STRATEGICALLY.
Founded in 2013, The Shard (Pty) Ltd is a dynamic, 100% black-owned consulting firm based in South Africa. We bring together actuaries, auditors, accountants, and data scientists under one roof to provide integrated solutions in Risk Assurance, Actuarial Consulting, Accounting, and Analytics. Our agile, experienced team delivers independent and impartial advice to help clients make informed decisions, translating complex financial and technical concepts into clear, actionable strategies. As a Level 1 B-BBEE contributor with 135% procurement recognition, The Shard combines world-class expertise with a proud commitment to empowerment and excellence.
What We Do
Independent Insight, Impartial Guidance
We serve as a trusted advisor, not just as a vendor, providing unbiased perspectives to enhance governance and decision-making. Every recommendation is made with our client's best interests at heart.
Tailored Solutions for Unique Challenges
No two clients are the same. We design custom solutions for each organisation's specific needs - whether it's navigating new regulations, optimizing processes, or innovating with data - ensuring our success is measured by your success.
Clarity in Complexity
Specializing in “non-standard” consulting, we pride ourselves on making the complex simple. Our experts translate technical actuarial and analytical concepts into plain language, so stakeholders at all levels can grasp the insights and act with confidence.
Multi-Disciplinary Excellence
Our team’s diverse skill set means we tackle problems holistically. By fusing skills across actuarial science, accounting, risk assurance, and data analytics, we offer 360° solutions that traditional firms struggle to match. This collaborative approach ensures no aspect of a risk or opportunity goes overlooked.
Our Services at a Glance
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Experience
Risk Assurance & Advisory
Helping strengthen risk management, internal controls, and compliance. Our auditors and risk specialists work with you to improve governance processes, perform independent internal audits, assess regulatory compliance, and enhance overall control effectiveness. We ensure stakeholders benefit from a rigorous, unbiased evaluation of your organization’s risk and control environment.
Actuarial Services
Providing both traditional and innovative actuarial consulting. From insurance valuations, pricing and product development to solvency assessments and IFRS 17 implementation support, our actuaries help quantify and mitigate financial risks for insurers, pension funds, banks, and beyond. We also offer independent peer reviews and serve as outsourced Chief Actuary where needed.
Accounting & Advisory
Guiding clients through complex accounting standards and financial reporting challenges. Our chartered accountants assist with IFRS compliance (IFRS 9, IFRS 17 and more), financial statement preparation, audit readiness, and process automation. We provide technical accounting papers, train finance teams on new standards, and even second interim CFOs to ensure your finance function runs smoothly and transparently.
Analytics & Insights
Leveraging data science and AI to unlock business value. Our analytics team builds models for fraud detection, customer segmentation, credit risk modelling, and operational optimization. From predictive analytics to cutting-edge AI solutions (including deploying GPT-4 powered chatbots for clients, we help you transform data into actionable insights and competitive advantage.
Why Choose The Shard?
WE PROVIDE EXPERT ADVICE, TAILORED FOR YOU.
Boutique Attention, Big-Firm Capability: As a boutique firm, we offer personalized service and senior-level attention that larger firms often can’t. Yet our team’s credentials rival those at global consultancies – including qualified Fellows of the Actuarial Society (FASSA), chartered accountants (CA(SA)), certified auditors and experienced data scientists. You get top-tier expertise with the agility and cost-effectiveness of a smaller firm.
Proven Track Record: We have delivered successful outcomes for organizations across industries. Over 40 leading institutions – from major insurers and banks to government agencies and innovative start-ups – trust The Shard as a partner. Our portfolio of clients includes names like Old Mutual, Sanlam, Hollard, Discovery, Standard Bank, National Treasury and more, a testament to the breadth and quality of our work. We are proud to be trusted by industry leaders to solve complex problems and drive growth.
Integrated Multidisciplinary Approach: Unlike siloed consultancies, The Shard intersects multiple disciplines to provide well-rounded solutions. Our actuaries, auditors, accountants, and analysts collaborate on engagements, offering you a one-stop solution that considers all angles – be it financial, regulatory, operational or technological. This integrated approach accelerates problem-solving and innovation.
Commitment to Excellence and Integrity: We are committed to the highest standards of quality and ethics in everything we do. Clients can be assured of absolute confidentiality, objectivity, and rigor. At The Shard, integrity isn’t just a value on our wall – it’s the cornerstone of our culture. We stake our reputation on delivering work that is accurate, auditable, and aligns with global best practices and local regulations.
Empowerment and Transformation: As a 100% black-owned firm, The Shard is also committed to empowerment and transformation in the industry. We invest in developing young talent and promoting diversity within our team, echoing our broader mission to uplift the communities we serve. Choosing The Shard means partnering with a firm that not only understands the market context, but is actively contributing to a more inclusive economy.
INSIGHTS & THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Sharing Our Expertise
In a fast-changing world, we help our clients stay ahead of the curve. Our professionals regularly publish insights and thought leadership on emerging trends, risks, and opportunities. Recent topics include: Climate Change Risks for South African Insurers, the future of National Health Insurance (NHI), and the impact of AI on financial services. We also share our expertise in external media – for example, discussing strategies to combat insurance fraud in Times Live. Explore our Insights section for articles, podcasts, and videos that reflect our forward-thinking perspective and deep industry knowledge. By keeping clients informed, we strive to not only solve today’s problems, but also anticipate tomorrow’s challenges.
Recent Insights
2021 Internal Audit Hotspots and Focus Areas
The global COVID-19 pandemic (GCP) has without a doubt defined 2020 and significantly altered the risk landscape. While a “known-risk”, the GCP event was a surprise event of global magnitude, with man... ...more
Risk Assurance
September 04, 2025•8 min read
Resetting the Reinsurance Market Back to its Core Business
Capital optimisation for the insurance sector has never been more important than now as industry players seek to hedge themselves against risks imposed by the prevailing local and global macroeconomic... ...more
Actuarial
September 04, 2025•4 min read
Automation as a Response to IFRS17 Challenges
The recent adoption of International Financial Reporting Standard 17 (“IFRS 17”, “the Standard,” and “the Accounting Standard”) has brought about significant changes in the financial reporting landsca... ...more
Accounting
September 04, 2025•4 min read
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