Perficient

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This blog was co-authored by Perficient Risk and Regulatory CoE Member: Alicia Lawrence The announcement of significant amendments to the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYSDFS) regulations on December 1, 2023, represents a pivotal moment for entities operating within New York’s financial sector.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Managing loan workouts and modifications Tips for preparing your bank or credit union to handle an increased volume of problem loans while ensuring prudent credit risk management. Takeaway 2 Meanwhile, banks and credit unions will likely see a beefed-up regulatory emphasis on credit risk management practices, especially tied to CRE. .

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

This blog was co-authored by Perficient Risk and Regulatory CoE Member: Alicia Lawrence Perficient’s Risk and Regulatory Center of Excellence (CoE) remains at the forefront of evolving financial rules and regulations, ensuring readiness to tackle emerging challenges and safeguard financial institutions and its customers.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Fortify your credit risk management framework How to prepare your organization for scrutiny of its credit risk management practices during your next exam or review. . You might also like this whitepaper, "Stress Testing: Managing Capital Levels and Credit Risk." So how can banks help customers keep up in uncertain markets?

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Abrigo

APRIL 15, 2022

ALM & Measuring Liquidity Risk at Banks and Credit Unions Regulatory agencies expect financial institutions to manage liquidity risk using processes and systems commensurate with the complexity, risk profile, and scope of operations. ALM 101: Introduction to Asset/Liability Management. This is the fourth post in a series.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

It helps financial institutions avoid or at least plan for financial impacts tied to sudden staffing shifts. Identify crucial AML staff positions and processes What tasks are critical to daily operations? What tasks are required per regulations? We can help you navigate changing AML/CFT and fraud regulations.

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Perficient

DECEMBER 22, 2023

This blog was co-authored by: Ashley Simmons In conversations with financial services executives, Perficient consultants consistently delve into the application and usage of artificial intelligence (AI) within the industry. A pivotal aspect of this conversation revolves around the regulatory perspective toward AI.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In this blog post, we will delve into the strategies and policies credit unions can adopt to ensure the success and profitability of their MBL programs. It also recommends including projections related to loan pricing, operating expenses, and delinquency. Re member , it’s often the “slow and steady that wins the race.”

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 5, 2023

AML Compliance Ten qualities of a successful BSA officer Hiring a Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer for a financial institution involves looking for a unique experience level and skillset that ensures compliance with the BSA and related regulations. But what makes an exceptional BSA Officer?

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Cisco

OCTOBER 4, 2022

It is an update to the 2004 Operations book, and links the different processes of Architecture, Infrastructure, and Operations (AIO) into a cohesive framework for auditors to assess. In this booklet the FFIEC discusses the principles and practices for IT and operations, as well as processes for addressing risk respective to IT systems.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 24, 2024

The FDIC bid process is highly confidential and typically operates within a short window before the FDIC officially closes a bank and declares a successful acquirer. For example, adopting the current expected credit loss standard (CECL) required a well-planned strategy and ample time dedicated to the operational and technical transition.

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Perficient

DECEMBER 27, 2023

Manage third-party risks, especially for relationships involving higher-risk or critical activities. Once published by regulators, Perficient’s Risk and Regulatory CoE will be here to walk our clients through the changes.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Blog posts to help your asset/liability management (ALM) staff strategize for the future These ALM posts were the most popular in 2022. Our top ten blogs were created by Abrigo's team, which includes former bankers, regulators, and industry experts. Would you like other articles like this in your inbox?

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Perficient

MARCH 3, 2023

In our first blog in this series, Blockchain: The Secret Sauce to Supply Chain Visibility , we covered why visibility is so crucial in the supply chain for all parties and gave examples of firms using distributed ledgers to help improve customer service, reduce inventory costs, provide proactive status updates, and help mitigate risk.

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BankUnderground

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

Operational risk is rapidly becoming one of the most important threats to the financial system but is also one of the least well understood. Cyber attacks are regularly cited as one of the top risks faced by firms in the financial sector and one of the most challenging to manage. Rachel Adeney and Amy Fraser.

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Abrigo

JANUARY 11, 2022

Asset/liability management basics In part 1 of this "Introduction to ALM" blog series, learn the goals of asset/liability management and how it can help financial institutions. But with a sound and robust ALM model , navigating the uncertainty can become manageable, and the path to the banking Promised Land can be paved.

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Cisco

JULY 12, 2022

Regulatory requirements are a key operational concern that we hear about from our financial customers. A key challenge is managing iterations of infrastructure in global financial enterprises which have spanned 50+ years of digitization. The 2021 Updates in the Architecture, Infrastructure, and Operations book. In the U.S.

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Perficient

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Perficient covered a well-researched Fed paper on this topic here – NY Federal Reserve Evaluates Stablecoin Frameworks – Perficient Blogs. The letter highlighted mandatory compliance with the following federal regulations: The Bank Holding Company Act. Determining Legality. The Home Owners’ Loan Act.

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Perficient

JUNE 1, 2022

So far in our 6-part blog series explaining the intricacies of TRACE, we have defined TRACE reporting, detailed the prep work to be done in order to effectively report TRACE transactions , and reviewed considerations for alternative trading systems. FINRA and the SEC take a dim view of brokers purposely withholding trade reports (e.g.,

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Abrigo

JUNE 14, 2021

Management commitment As with any compliance program, one of the most important aspects of a strong SCP is a “culture of compliance,” from the top, to the middle, to the front line. As seldom seen from the regulatory authorities, the Guidelines generally defines management as senior leadership, executives, or the board of directors.

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Abrigo

AUGUST 7, 2023

Get more tips for managing the AML program from this webinar: "Conquering BSA challenges: Best practices for managing a successful AML program" DOWNLOAD Takeaway 1 A safe and sound financial institution is adequately staffed, but when staffing needs arise, it can be challenging to bridge the gaps.

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FICO

MARCH 7, 2023

Home Blog FICO Responsible AI: Are European Firms Ready for the Regulators? There are significant changes coming in Europe, which highlight getting a handle on responsible AI use, with the banking and financial services sector among those that will be most impacted by increasing regulation.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Often, those alerts mostly likely are routed to the operations area of the financial institution. The operations area should communicate with the BSA/AML area if this function is failing. ACH warnings/exceptions matter. Don’t ignore warnings and exceptions generated from the ACH system. Raise your hand about ACH risks.

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Abrigo

APRIL 12, 2016

The FDIC is offering a fresh take on how a bank’s board of directors should understand and manage risk. The regulator’s April edition of Supervisory Insights provides what the FDIC called a “refresher” on its Pocket Guide for Directors, the 1988 booklet outlining the basic duties and responsibilities of a bank’s board of directors.

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Perficient

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

This blog was co-authored by Perficient’s Chief Strategist and banking expert: Scott Albahary A slowing global economy, coupled with a divergent economic landscape, poses challenges for the banking industry in 2024. The emergence of modern alternatives to traditional credit scoring signifies a broader movement toward financial inclusion.

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FICO

JULY 6, 2023

Beyond the pleasure of leading a FICO Falcon Fraud Manager User Forum and moderating a couple of panel breakout sessions, I I was also able to catch up with many of the fraud-focused attendees from around the world. New regulatory considerations are emerging, like the Payment Systems Regulator issuing new liability frameworks in the UK.

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CFPB Monitor

MARCH 25, 2020

Case management staff will contact parties and arbitrators to discuss alternative arrangements, including the use of video, teleconferencing, or postponements. As of the time of this blog post, JAMS had not announced a universal postponement of scheduled hearings. An announcement similar to the AAA’s announcement is expected.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

For most consumers who have a checking account, savings account and maybe a mortgage, the regulations placed on their community bank isn’t given a second thought. Two recent surveys addressing the community banking landscape have pointed to increasing regulations as the primary cause of stress for these institutions. Blog Bank'

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Abrigo

JULY 30, 2020

Regulators will have elevated interest in credit risk and the resulting impact in the months ahead. Meanwhile, recognizing that other financial institutions are vital to their own communities, regulators also have a long history of requiring various stress tests on individual risk areas of other institutions.

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Abrigo

JULY 10, 2023

Get more tips for managing the AML program from this webinar: "Conquering BSA challenges: Best practices for managing a successful AML program" DOWNLOAD Takeaway 1 AI can enhance our efficiency, but financial institutions must be on guard against AI fraud. Here are several suggestions for tightening security.

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Abrigo

MARCH 11, 2021

information about the place(s) where the reported individuals or entities are operating This is the first of many steps FinCEN must take to satisfy and implement the requirements of the Act, and financial institutions should remain diligent in updating policies, procedures, and processes as regulations and guidance unfolds.

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Perficient

JUNE 5, 2020

Secure software practices are at the heart of all system development; doubly so for highly regulated industries such as health-care providers. Intake, Construction, Release Management), and DevOps pipeline tooling. Operational Security. Secrets Management. username/password).

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 18, 2022

The CEO and CFO of the BitMEX cryptocurrency derivatives exchange announced today that they have reached an agreement to purchase a 268-year-old German bank in order to establish “a one-stop shop for regulated crypto products in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.”. Regulated” is a word Höptner returned to repeatedly in the announcement.

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Abrigo

MAY 2, 2022

Confident Risk Management Begins with Sound Loan Policy A risk-based approach to loan policy can effectively improve your institution's profitability. Takeaway 2 Designing, implementing, and managing your loan policy is a strategic team effort and should take risk into account. Starting Points. When and how to update your policy.

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Additionally, the human capital investment—in terms of both hiring fraud prevention experts and training existing staff—represents a significant operational expense. As overseers tighten the leash with stringent regulations aimed at protecting consumers, the cost of compliance grows. Find out how BAM+ stops fraud scams.

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Abrigo

JUNE 10, 2020

The former Chief Operational Risk Officer was fined for insufficient action on AML program deficiencies and staffing issues. The regulators don’t care what your budget is,” Luttrell says. Adequately staffed and risk-focused AML resources with good documentation are critical. The recent $450,000 fine of U.S. Get adequate resources.

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ABA Community Banking

FEBRUARY 29, 2016

Satisfy your bank’s own operational needs—then worry about the regulators Technology Risk Management Blogs Risk Adjusted Vendor Management Operational Risk.

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