Perficient

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is the use of software to automate high volume and repetitive tasks that previously required a human to perform. RPA enables the configuration of a “bot” or “digital workers” to capture and interpret tasks on existing applications such as processing transactions, transforming or manipulating data, triggering responses, and integrating with other digital systems.

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Accenture

OCTOBER 7, 2021

For many middle market banks, IT transformation is constant. Ever since the Agile Manifesto 20 years ago, it’s like we’ve been in a race that never reaches the finish line. Banks implement agile teams. They invest to become more digital. They scale their transformation. Finally, they are closer than ever to enterprise agility. Or so…. The post How banks can break the cycle of IT transformation fatigue appeared first on Accenture Banking Blog.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 8, 2021

How to Get the Most from the Loan Review Function Independent loan review works best when it has a charter and reports up to auditing. Consultant Ancin Cooley explains in this video. Would you like other content like this in your inbox? Takeaway 1 Loan review or credit risk review is a significant risk management function. . Takeaway 2 A charter for your institution's loan review process helps ensure its independence. .

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OCTOBER 5, 2021

Autumn is a time of transition from those hot summer days (where it doesn’t get dark until around 10:00 p.m. where I live) to cool mornings with temperatures in the 50s and sunsets before dinnertime. Autumn is a time when trees shed their leaves and we prepare for the more sinister season of winter. Autumn is also a time to pay special attention to security, with National Preparedness Month (September) and Cybersecurity Awareness Month (October).

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Join us in this webinar, where we share best practices on how to think about the reconciliation work each month, when best to do reconciliations, how they should be prepared, and some common pitfalls to avoid. Learning Objectives: This course objective is to understand how to properly prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and its impact on the financial statements.

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OCTOBER 7, 2021

In less than 60 days, the CFPB Regulation F requirements take effect. In simple terms, it means collectors can: Make seven call attempts within a seven-day period. Make one call within a week of speaking with the “right party.”. Strategies must be altered, and creating sequencing that supports your delinquency goals and loss forecast can be challenging.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Should Institutions Build or Buy a CECL Solution? Regardless of whether financial institutions choose to stay in-house or outsource their CECL solution, they have four important considerations to make. You might also like this bundle of whitepapers on how to prepare for CECL. Download. Takeaway 1 Institutions complying with CECL in 2023 must make their build or buy decision quickly.

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Jack Henry

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The events of the past year have reinforced the notion that healthy loan portfolios feed much more than the financial institution and its shareholders. They feed the communities served by those institutions. They nurture the nationwide economy. Most importantly, they help form the conditions that ensure future economic growth.

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Perficient

OCTOBER 6, 2021

“It takes time for loans to go bad and the full extent of problems to surface, so I’d predict this is likely to be a 2023 issue.” That’s what Michael Jamesson, a principal at the bank consulting firm Jamesson Associates, told American Banker when asked about the long-term impact Covid-19 economic relief might have on the financial services industry.

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Accenture

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Core banking systems have sat at the heart of banks’ operations for decades. But with the banking landscape changing faster than ever – thanks to new digital innovations, regulations, and consumer expectations – many of these legacy platforms now struggle to keep pace. The result? Banks are increasingly finding that their existing cores are holding….

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Treasury teams at community banks face an ongoing challenge of delivering frictionless customer experiences as they support treasury products – especially RDC. This infographic focuses on the efficiencies community banks gain when partnering with a proven managed services provider. You’ll see the advantages you can gain when a managed services partner leverages online tools, skilled customer and technical support personnel, and fulfillment and logistics capabilities to streamline RDC fulfillment

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 3, 2021

Loan Review Issues Include Getting Necessary Data Loan review requires accurate loan-level information. A survey by Abrigo found this is a common challenge. . You might also like this webinar on creating an effective loan and credit risk review function. WATCH. Takeaway 1 Effective loan review begins with good data, but 37% of survey respondents say getting data is challenging.

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BankBazaar

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Financial planning isn’t quite different for men and women. However, given the selfless, caring nature that women inherently possess, they could ignore their own finances. So, here’s the plan to get it right. Women have an inherent ingenuity when it comes to managing finances. In cases where women run households single-handedly and take care of the entire family, women have been ruling like pros.

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Perficient

OCTOBER 5, 2021

The last 18 months surprised the collections industry as it relates to forecasting future losses for respective loan portfolios. Many banks, credit unions, and credit providers were left asking themselves, “when do we expect this to turn?”. In speaking with many industry leaders in the collection space during the pandemic, they stated it was a “blind target they struggled to predict.

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Accenture

OCTOBER 7, 2021

In Accenture’s recent report, Merging M&A and cloud journeys, we highlight how technology “is a cornerstone of the long-term blueprint for any merger or acquisition.” That’s important to note since in the last year, the financial services industry has witnessed significant activity in M&A. And we expect this to continue. Many organizations are turning to….

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Amid market uncertainty, banks and credit unions are faced with critical decisions about the future of their commercial lending. With fluctuating interest rates and rising competition from non-bank lenders, it's critical to allocate your 2025 budget strategically to optimize lending operations. Our Budget Playbook for Commercial Lenders delivers key strategies to help you navigate these challenges, ensuring your institution is well-positioned for the coming year.

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SWBC's LenderHub

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The “Global Supply Chain” has a lot in common with football’s offensive lineman. If you don’t hear an offensive lineman’s name or number come up during a game, that usually means he is doing a good job, or at least he’s not doing a bad job. When you hear his name more than once, it usually means he is having a bad day and losing the game for his team.

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BankBazaar

OCTOBER 3, 2021

It’s #WorldAnimalWelfareDay and there’s never been a better time to learn some of the investment lessons that the four-legged furry friend sleeping on your couch is trying to teach you. Yes, we know you’re smitten by your pet dog. But in addition to the umpteen benefits of having a pet, our floofy friends also demonstrate certain habits that are utterly wise and we as humans are sure to benefit from.

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CFPB Monitor

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The CFPB has released frequently asked questions on the limited-content message and call frequency provisions of its debt collection rule (Regulation F) that becomes effective on November 30, 2021. While many of the FAQs repeat what is stated in the rule, they do provide some clarifying information which we highlight below. Limited content message (LMC).

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Accenture

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Core banking systems have sat at the heart of banks’ operations for decades. But with the banking landscape changing faster than ever – thanks to new digital innovations, regulations, and consumer expectations – many of these legacy platforms now struggle to keep pace. The result? Banks are increasingly finding that their existing cores are holding….

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Have you ever felt the pain and loss of a client suddenly going silent, leaving you questioning everything? Ghosting can cause heartbreak; in business, it drains resources, and emotionally, it shatters your confidence. A modern credit card program can give you the tools to deliver the digital-first experiences your customer’s demand. Our eBook, “5 Signs Your Credit Card Offering Needs an Upgrade,” will help you identify key indicators that your current card platform may be holding you back and w

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SWBC's LenderHub

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Last Week. It was quite an ugly week for just about everything but oil and bitcoin. Stocks were down sharply, giving their worst monthly performance since March 2020. High-Yield corporate debt showed some signs of weakening as well. It feels like the world is waking up to the real possibilities of stagflation. Energy crises in the United Kingdom and Europe are intensifying with shortages of natural gas and other fuels.

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ATM Marketplace

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Even with digital tools, one of the most important parts of any client experience is complementing online offerings with a personal touch. As financial institutions look to enhance their client care approach, there are simple strategies to ensure you are implementing the right mix of tools to improve the customer experience.

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BankUnderground

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Ambrogio Cesa-Bianchi and Fernando Eguren-Martin. In March 2020, the Covid-19 (Covid) outbreak turned the world upside down. With economies virtually shut, financial markets were an exception and remained open. However, it was not business as usual for them: the increased need to meet immediate obligations, and a more generalised increase in risk aversion, led investors to liquidate positions in favour of hard old cash.

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Accenture

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I’ve been thinking a lot lately about the power of the massive datasets available today, and how auto and equipment finance companies could make better use of that data. In our latest Technology Vision, I see data as being a critical component of all the trends companies are facing. Digital-twin technologies, for example, are being…. The post How intelligent data can benefit auto & equipment lenders appeared first on Accenture Banking Blog.

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With automation, you’ll reduce errors and save valuable time, allowing you to focus on what really matters: strategic analysis and insightful decision-making. Picture accurate financial reports ready at your fingertips, giving you the confidence to tackle business challenges head-on. Embracing automation not only boosts productivity but also elevates your role from number cruncher to closing rockstar.

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TheGuardian

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Despite so many government promises, we’ve ended up with inadequate laws and toothless regulation. The Pandora papers show why urgent action is needed The Pandora papers data leak has once again highlighted the predatory practices of the world’s political and financial elites – enriching themselves by looting the public purse, or exploiting laws which they themselves helped to establish.

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ATM Marketplace

OCTOBER 5, 2021

One major challenge for banks is the rise of digital challengers and neobanks, which have disrupted the banking world and business models. The closing keynote at the Bank Customer Experience Summit addressed how traditional banks can win in this new world.

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BankInovation

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Credit cards could lose ground to buy now pay later (BNPL) service providers, which have a promising future with multiple potential growth paths. Those were the key takeaways from a BNPL session at Future of Fintech conference on Wednesday in New York that was presented by market intelligence firm CB Insights. "We believe that buy […].

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Accenture

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Credit Product Penetration of Retail Sales Shopping experience refresh “We are excited to pilot a virtual store staffed by dedicated associates … but with no physical customers. Customers can interact via chat and screen sharing to see physical products.” – Best Buy “Piloting a new holistic market approach … to leverage all our assets across…. The post Q2 2021 US retailer payments commentary appeared first on Accenture Banking Blog.

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Community banks seek ways to leverage their technology infrastructure to drive productivity and growth. However, the sheer volume of technology devices, capital constraints, and lack of skilled resources stand in the way. This Strategy Brief explores how a managed device services partner can help bridge this resource gap. Managed device services partners empower community banks to take charge of mission-critical device management activities with: Logistics and installation services to support se

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