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title: "The Shard - Risk, Actuarial, Accounting"
url: https://theshard.co.za/
description: "We elevate the role of consulting by delivering transformative value through clarity, care, and courageous thinking — not just for profit, but because we believe in helping our clients rise above."
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Consulting Solutions

# Sharp Thinking Elevated Outcomes

Over a decade of delivering expert guidance to South Africa's financial leaders. From actuarial consulting to risk assurance, we provide the insights that matter when stakes are highest.

Book A Consultation: https://theshard.co.za/contact
Explore Our Services: https://theshard.co.za/services

Trusted by industry leaders

30+ Leading Clients

12+ Years Excellence

Level 1 B-BBEE

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Established 2013

About The Shard

## Clarity, Confidence, Value — Delivered Strategically

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Founded in 2013, The Shard 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.

We elevate the role of consulting by delivering transformative value through clarity, care, and courageous thinking — not just for profit, but because we believe in helping our clients rise above.

12+ Years of Excellence

30+ Leading Clients

Level 1 B-BBEE Status

100% Black-Owned

Our Story (https://theshard.co.za/about/our-story)

What We Do

## Expert Services for Financial Excellence

Four integrated practices working together to deliver comprehensive solutions.

### Risk Assurance & Advisory Services

Internal Audit Regulatory Compliance Governance & Controls

Learn More
https://theshard.co.za/services/risk-assurance

### Actuarial Consulting

Insurance Valuations Product Development Risk Modeling

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https://theshard.co.za/services/actuarial

### Accounting Advisory

IFRS Reporting Technical Accounting Financial Advisory

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https://theshard.co.za/services/accounting

### Data Science & Analytics

Data Strategy Predictive Analytics Business Intelligence

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https://theshard.co.za/services/analytics

View All Services: https://theshard.co.za/services

Why Choose Us

## Expert Advice, Tailored For You

We see what others miss, deliver what others can't, and elevate every outcome we touch.

01

### Boutique Attention, Big-Firm Capability

Personalized service with senior-level attention. Credentials rivaling global consultancies — Fellows of the Actuarial Society of South Africa, CA(SA), certified auditors and experienced data scientists — with boutique agility.

02

### Proven Track Record

Over 40 leading institutions trust The Shard — from major insurers like Old Mutual and Sanlam to Standard Bank, National Treasury, and innovative fintech start-ups.

03

### Empowerment & Transformation

100% black-owned and committed to transformation. We invest in developing young talent and promoting diversity, contributing to a more inclusive economy.

04

### Excellence & Integrity

We anchor every decision to integrity, earning trust through bold honesty and ethical clarity. Every detail matters because every outcome does.

05

### Integrated Multidisciplinary Approach

Actuaries, auditors, accountants, and analysts collaborate together — offering a one-stop solution that considers all angles for accelerated innovation.

Expertise into action

## Our Products

View all products (https://theshard.co.za/products)

Explore Intelligent Document, Expenditure and Delivery Management Platform (https://theshard.co.za/products/intelligent-document-expenditure-delivery-management)

Contract & Compliance

### Intelligent Document, Expenditure and Delivery Management Platform

One verified record for every contract, lease and project

Digitise · Extract · Verify · Monitor · Assure

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Our Latest Insights

## Expert Analysis & Industry Perspectives

Stay informed with our latest thinking on actuarial, risk, accounting, and analytics topics.

Actuarial

### Why Traditional Climate Risk Models Are No Longer Enough

Read Article
https://theshard.co.za/insights/why-traditional-climate-risk-models-are-no-longer-enough

Accounting

Jul 24, 2026

### Turning Integrated ESG Data into Competitive Advantage

Read Article
https://theshard.co.za/insights/turning-integrated-esg-data-into-competitive-advantage

Analytics

Jul 24, 2026

### From Dashboards to Agents: Reimagining the Analytics Stack

Read Article
https://theshard.co.za/insights/from-dashboards-to-agents-reimagining-the-analytics-stack

Risk Assurance

Jul 2, 2026

### How King V Drives Sustainable South African Governance

Read Article
https://theshard.co.za/insights/how-king-v-drives-sustainable-south-african-governance

View All Insights: https://theshard.co.za/insights

## Ready to Elevate Your Outcomes?

Let's discuss how The Shard can help you navigate complexity and achieve your strategic objectives.

Start a Conversation: https://theshard.co.za/contact
Call +27 87 049 2302: +27870492302

Trusted by 30+ leading financial institutions across South Africa

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