Data Action proudly celebrates 40 years of supporting Australian financial institutions, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey from its beginnings in Adelaide to becoming one of Australia’s most trusted banking technology providers.

Founded on 18 June 1986, Data Action has spent four decades helping financial institutions navigate change, embrace innovation and better serve their customers and communities.

Today, Data Action supports challenger banks, customer-owned banks, credit unions and financial services organisations across Australia, providing core banking, digital banking, data, payments, integration and infrastructure solutions that help millions of Australians access essential financial services.

Data Action CEO David Cook said the anniversary was an opportunity to celebrate the company’s achievements while looking ahead to the opportunities of the future.

“Reaching 40 years is a remarkable milestone, and one that belongs to every person who has contributed to Data Action’s story over the years. For four decades, we’ve earned the trust of our clients through strong partnerships, deep industry expertise and an unwavering commitment to helping them succeed. As we celebrate our first 40 years, we’re also looking ahead with confidence. We have strong foundations, incredible people and exciting opportunities ahead of us.”

The milestone comes at an exciting time for the organisation. Following its acquisition by Vencora in 2025, Data Action continues to operate independently while benefiting from access to a broader global network of expertise, innovation and industry experience.

The company’s 40th anniversary theme, ‘Empowering Locally. Connecting Globally’, reflects both its heritage and future direction – remaining deeply connected to the communities and clients it serves while embracing new opportunities through global collaboration.

As Data Action celebrates this milestone, it does so with gratitude for the clients, partners and employees who have helped shape its journey, and optimism for what lies ahead.

For 40 years, Data Action has been at the core of banking. And the journey continues.