CTRM
Next

The creative process of crafting world-class commodity trading systems

AI-Powered Intelligence for
©reative Trading & Risk Management

Where artistry meets enterprise-grade functionality

PROJECT
CTRM NEXT
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
AI-Native Architecture
Advanced Analytics
Modular Design
CHAPTERS
01. Vision
02. Design + Development
03. Analytics

Chapter 01

The Problem

Fragmented systems, rising costs, slow adaptation, and teams stuck with solutions that don't fit their evolving needs.

The Opportunity

• Markets more volatile than ever

• AI changing decision-making

• Traders want speed, not rigidity

• Firms want safety without lock-in

• Excel replacement is inevitable

Highlights

What Makes Next Different

Best-in-class Modules

From idea to settlement

Philosophy

Approximately 50% the cost of traditional CTRMs. World-class functionality, accessible pricing.

AI-Native

First-line support and a personal assistant for mundane tasks like trade entry

Regression Testing

Automated flow validation

API-First

Integrate with anything

Flexible Deployment

Cloud, on-prem, or hybrid

The Roadmap

AI will customize your environment from simple prompts. No consultants. No long cycles. Describe what you need, Next adapts.

Chapter 02

Vision

Next represents a new class of CTRM — where beauty, functionality, and affordability converge. Built for the modern trading organization that demands excellence without compromise.

Pillar 01

Beautiful

Aesthetic excellence meets intuitive design. Every interaction is crafted with intention.

Pillar 02

Advanced

GPU-powered analytics, AI-native architecture, and enterprise-grade capabilities.

Pillar 03

Affordable

World-class functionality at approximately half the cost of traditional CTRMs.

Chapter 03

Design + Development

Approach

Modular Architecture

Subscribe only to what you need. API-first design enables seamless integration with existing systems.

• API-First
• Microservices
• Cloud-Native
Intelligence

AI-Native

Intelligence embedded across the entire trade lifecycle. Not bolted on — built in from the ground up.

• Predictive Analytics
• Automated Workflows
• Natural Language Processing
Analytics

GPU-Powered

Advanced risk analytics powered by GPU acceleration. Real-time calculations at unprecedented scale.

• Real-Time Risk
• Monte Carlo Simulations
• Time-Travel Snapshots
Operations

Physical Trading

Built for real-world complexity. From African crude to global markets, designed for physical, paper, and hybrid trading.

• Chartering
• Logistics
• Settlement

Collection

Platform Modules

Organized by business function, not disconnected features

Series 01

Trade Flow

From idea → execution → risk → settlement

Pre-Deal & Scenario Modelling
African Crude Trading
Trade Capture (Physical + Paper)
Risk Management V1
Risk Management V2 (GPU-based)
Operations & Chartering
Settlement & Invoicing
Series 02

Core Enablers

Powering every workflow

Master Data
Pricing & Curves
Trade Calendar
Market Intelligence
Data Management
Repository
Experience Hub
KYC & Compliance
Announcements
Series 03

Technical Core

What makes Next fundamentally different

Workflow Engine
AI & Automation
Web Services (API-first)
Customization Framework
Regression & Automated Flow Engine

Philosophy

Pricing

World-class functionality, accessible pricing

Value Proposition

Approximately 50% the cost of traditional CTRMs

Structure

Modular subscriptions

No forced bundles

Transparency

Clear, scalable pricing

Pay for what you use

Experience Next

Discover how beauty, functionality, and affordability converge in the next generation of CTRM