IT Support for Finance & Insurance Brokers in Sydney

Specialist managed IT services for financial planners, insurance brokers, and advisory firms. AFSL-compliant, secure, and built around the platforms you use every day.

Your Trusted IT Partner for Financial Services

Finance and insurance brokers operate in one of Australia’s most regulated industries. Between AFSL obligations, APRA prudential standards, Privacy Act requirements, and ASIC regulatory expectations, your IT infrastructure isn’t just a business tool — it’s a compliance requirement. Downtime, data breaches, or system failures don’t just cost money; they can trigger regulatory action.

IT support for finance and insurance brokers in Sydney from Infraworx delivers the specialised technology management your firm needs. We understand the unique demands of financial advisory practices, insurance brokerages, and wealth management firms — from managed IT support to cybersecurity compliance.

Whether you run a boutique financial planning practice or a multi-office insurance brokerage, we provide enterprise-grade IT with the personalised service you expect from a Sydney-based partner.

Our Services Include:

  • Managed IT Support – Proactive monitoring, helpdesk, and on-site support for your team
  • Cybersecurity & Compliance – AFSL-aligned security frameworks, threat protection, and audit readiness
  • Cloud Hosting & Infrastructure – Secure cloud environments for XPLAN, Midwinter, and practice management tools
  • VoIP & Unified Communications – Professional phone systems with CRM integration for client-facing teams
  • Backup & Disaster Recovery – Business continuity planning that meets regulatory expectations
  • CRM & Platform Integration – Seamless connectivity between your broker platforms, compliance tools, and office systems

Get Started Today

Contact our Sydney team for a free IT assessment for your finance or insurance practice.

1300 277 211

IT Services for Finance & Insurance Brokers

IT Challenges Facing Finance & Insurance Brokers

Financial services firms face IT challenges that generic providers simply don’t understand. Your technology environment must satisfy regulators, protect sensitive client data, support complex software platforms, and enable advisors to work efficiently — whether in the office, at client meetings, or working remotely.

Regulatory compliance is the biggest differentiator. AFSL holders must demonstrate adequate technological resources and risk management systems. APRA-regulated entities face even stricter requirements around information security (CPS 234), business continuity (CPS 232), and outsourcing (CPS 231). A generic IT provider won’t understand these obligations — but we do.

Insurance brokers face additional complexity with platforms like Applied Epic, Steadfast broker networks, and insurer portals that all need to work together reliably. Financial planners depend on XPLAN, Midwinter, or Coin for everything from client records to compliance — any downtime directly impacts your ability to serve clients and meet regulatory deadlines.

Key IT Challenges We Solve:

  • AFSL Compliance — Meeting technological resource requirements under your Australian Financial Services Licence
  • APRA Prudential Standards — CPS 234 (Information Security), CPS 232 (Business Continuity), CPS 231 (Outsourcing)
  • Client Data Security — Protecting sensitive financial data, personal information, and client records under the Privacy Act
  • Remote Advisor Access — Secure, reliable access to XPLAN, email, and documents from any location
  • CRM & Platform Integration — Connecting broker platforms, compliance tools, research systems, and office productivity suites
  • Document Management — Secure storage, version control, and retrieval of client files, SOAs, and compliance documents
  • Business Continuity — Ensuring operations continue during outages, with tested disaster recovery procedures
  • ASIC Regulatory Technology — Supporting RegTech requirements for breach reporting, DDO compliance, and client communication records

Platform Expertise & Key Integrations

We support the software platforms that finance and insurance professionals rely on every day. Our team has hands-on experience with:

XPLAN (IRESS)

Australia’s leading financial planning platform. We manage hosting, performance, integrations, and user support.

Midwinter

Cloud-based financial planning and compliance. We ensure reliable access and integration with your other systems.

Coin

Portfolio management and reporting platform. We handle infrastructure and connectivity for optimal performance.

Salesforce FSC

Financial Services Cloud for client relationship management. We integrate it with your existing broker workflow.

Applied Epic

The insurance industry’s leading broker management system. We support deployment, integrations, and user access.

Steadfast

Steadfast broker network tools and insurer connectivity. We ensure reliable access to network resources and portals.

Compliance-Ready IT Infrastructure

Australian financial services firms operate under some of the most stringent regulatory requirements in the world. Your IT infrastructure must not only support daily operations but also demonstrate compliance across multiple regulatory frameworks.

AFSL Obligations: As an AFSL holder, you must maintain adequate technological resources to provide financial services efficiently and honestly. This includes reliable systems, data security, and the ability to maintain records for the required retention periods. We design and manage IT environments that satisfy these obligations and provide documentation for your compliance files.

APRA Prudential Standards: For APRA-regulated entities, CPS 234 mandates information security capabilities commensurate with the size and extent of threats to your information assets. CPS 232 requires credible business continuity plans with tested recovery procedures. We help you meet these standards with appropriate security controls, tested backup systems, and documented procedures.

Privacy Act & Australian Privacy Principles: Financial services firms handle vast amounts of personal information. We implement encryption, access controls, secure data handling procedures, and breach notification readiness to support your obligations under the Privacy Act 1988.

ASIC Regulatory Technology: ASIC increasingly expects licensees to leverage technology for compliance monitoring, breach reporting, and client communication management. Our IT solutions support these RegTech requirements, including Design and Distribution Obligations (DDO) compliance and record-keeping for the new breach reporting regime.

Explore how our AI automation solutions for finance and insurance brokers can further streamline your compliance workflows, or learn about our IT services for accounting firms.

Why Finance & Insurance Brokers Choose Infraworx

  • Financial Services IT Specialists

    Deep experience with XPLAN, Applied Epic, Midwinter, and other broker platforms — not generic IT support.

  • AFSL & APRA Compliance Ready

    IT infrastructure designed to meet your regulatory obligations from day one, with documentation for auditors.

  • Sydney-Based Support Team

    Local technicians who understand Australian financial services regulations and can provide on-site support when needed.

  • Proactive Security & Monitoring

    24/7 monitoring with advanced threat protection aligned to cybersecurity best practices for financial services.

  • Tested Disaster Recovery

    Business continuity solutions with regular testing — because regulators expect proof, not promises.

  • Secure Remote Access

    Enable advisors to work securely from client sites, home offices, or interstate — without compromising data security.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We have hands-on experience supporting XPLAN (IRESS), Midwinter, Coin, and other financial planning platforms used by Australian advisors. We handle hosting optimisation, integration with your other business systems, user support, and performance tuning. Our team understands the workflows financial planners use daily and can troubleshoot platform-specific issues quickly.
Absolutely. We design IT environments that satisfy AFSL technological resource requirements, including reliable infrastructure, data security, record-keeping capabilities, and business continuity. We provide compliance documentation and can work with your compliance team or external auditors to demonstrate your IT meets regulatory expectations.
Yes. We support Applied Epic, Steadfast broker network tools, and insurer portal connectivity. We handle deployment, integration with your office systems, user access management, and ongoing support. Our team also manages the network infrastructure these platforms depend on for reliable performance.
We implement multi-layered security including endpoint protection, email filtering, network firewalls, encryption (in transit and at rest), access controls, and security awareness training. Our security frameworks align with APRA CPS 234 requirements and Australian Privacy Principles. We also provide incident response planning and breach notification readiness.
Our managed IT service includes proactive monitoring to catch issues before they cause outages. If systems do go down, our disaster recovery solutions ensure rapid restoration. We design business continuity plans that meet APRA CPS 232 requirements, with regular testing to verify recovery times. Priority support is available for urgent situations affecting client service or regulatory deadlines.
Yes. We deploy secure remote access solutions that let advisors work from any location — client offices, home, or interstate — with full access to XPLAN, email, documents, and other business systems. All remote connections are encrypted and protected by multi-factor authentication, meeting the security standards expected by financial services regulators.
Yes. We deploy and manage professional VoIP phone systems with features important for financial services firms, including CRM integration, call recording for compliance purposes, mobile extensions for advisors on the go, and video conferencing capabilities. Our IT support Sydney team handles the entire phone system lifecycle.
Pricing depends on the number of users, complexity of your environment, and specific compliance requirements. Most finance and insurance firms invest between $100-$200 per user per month for comprehensive managed IT. Contact us on 1300 277 211 for a tailored quote based on your specific needs.

Ready to Upgrade Your Firm’s IT?

Contact our Sydney team today for a free IT assessment for your finance or insurance practice. We’ll review your current setup, identify compliance gaps, and show you how specialist IT support can transform your operations.

📞 Call 1300 277 211