James Karat — Inventor of Straight Through Processing (S.T.P)


In 1992, at the age of 17, James Karat developed his concept of Straight Through Processing (STP), helping to pioneer the automation of financial-market transactions
It is obvious that his contribution to flow measurement serves as a confirmation affirmation within a global industry, particularly in financial markets. His impact on industry best practices, including initiatives like Straight Through Processing, has been profound.










