PYMNTS

OCTOBER 10, 2018

Regal Software has announced a collaboration with Mastercard that enables financial institutions to support virtual corporate payments. In a press release , Regal said its agreement with Mastercard will allow banks to provide an integrated payables platform that supports virtual card payments.

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

As community banks grow, their vendor partnerships usually also do, which can lead to challenges with organization, data security and more. To address these issues, some community banks have turned to artificial intelligence. Data science can make an impact in every industry segment, including vendor management.”.

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Independent Banker

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Community banks use dozens or even hundreds of vendors—making it critical that they have an efficient way to stay compliant, track performance and more. Some banks are using a combination of software and internal personnel and systems to do just that. In addition to its vendor management platform, $2.2

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Gonzobanker

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Community Banks as Venture Capitalists In fact, not all providers of venture capital are venture capitalists. Increasingly, banks are filling the void created by VCs. Among community banks investing in fintech startups, the average investment was nearly $3 million per bank in 2022. billion in 2021.

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 16, 2017

Last week, P2Bi announced the rollout of a new partnership program that enables community banks to participate in its small business loan marketplace. Community banks are typically a better bet for small businesses in search of a loan, with approval rates higher than those at larger financial institutions.

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PYMNTS

MAY 31, 2018

Community banking may get a boost from technology, if recent activity is any indication. In Florida, reported American Banker – in the community banking realm – Seacoast Banking has paired with SmartBiz Loans to shorten the loan approvals process. Joint efforts from community banks are reportedly picking up steam.

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Abrigo

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019

When a community financial institution spends a lot of money on technology, the last thing management wants is to be disappointed. And while some vendors might oversell the “silver bullet” notion of software, sometimes, the challenges are on the financial institution side. Get more ideas for your institution at ThinkBIG.

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South State Correspondent

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Who the competition is, what the lending competition is offering, their delivery channels, and service levels can help community banks differentiate their services and enhance their competitive advantage. Analyzing the competition can also help a bank be realistic about which products it can sell and at what price.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Relationship focus helps CFIs Small banks can leapfrog competitors and better serve their communities by combining their unique advantages with smart management and partnerships. Takeaway 3 With effective technology, the bank can continue to grow its portfolio without necessarily adding staff.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 22, 2023

download NOW Takeaway 1 The most popular blog posts on the Abrigo site reflect many of the priorities community banks and credit unions had in 2023. Takeaway 2 The top lending and credit blog posts focused on the benefits of banking technology, interest rate management, and developing risk ratings.

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Abrigo

MAY 31, 2017

push credit unions to overinvest in analytics in software that may not be appropriate for the institution’s budget or priorities, and the result is wasted spend or severely delayed project timelines. The Sageworks team also works with the institution to incorporate data management best practices and to help guide the process.

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South State Correspondent

APRIL 15, 2024

As usual, it was full of insight that every community banker should consider. Our focus is on information that pertains to the community banking industry. of the nation’s business banking within its consumer and community banking division (this division serves small businesses and individuals).

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Abrigo

MAY 24, 2024

Transaction management: Procedures for accepting, rejecting, or accepting without posting transactions. Many of Abrigo's 2,400 community bank and credit union clients plan to incorporate the FedNow Service into their product offerings. Compliance measures: Ensuring adherence to Reg CC and FedNow operating procedures.

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Abrigo

MAY 8, 2024

WATCH Takeaway 1 Understanding generative AI and how peers are using AI and genAI helps financial institution leaders and management vet the technology and related risks. Knowing how AI and genAI are being used by peers and fraudsters will help financial institution leaders and management vet potential solutions and watch for risks.

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Abrigo

JUNE 8, 2017

To ensure that underwriting and portfolio management satisfy regulatory expectations as well as industry best practices 2. To provide bank management and the board with an objective assessment of credit quality and ongoing portfolio management 3. Additional Resources Managing member business lending risk Hiring headache?

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Abrigo

MARCH 2, 2023

Banking technology decisions now affect future growth With the possibility of a recession, community financial institutions may consider a delay or cut in technology spending. A buyer’s guide for lending software for smaller financial institutions can be helpful. Experts say that would be a mistake.

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Abrigo

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The banking industry has faced many challenges in 2020, from transitioning to CECL, managing Paycheck Protection Program loans, and navigating an unprecedented economic recession. More than 500 banking professionals across the country gathered for a two-day 2020 ThinkBIG: Manage Risk. Drive Growth. CRE Lending.

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Bank Innovation

FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Cambr, a cloud-based platform powered by investment firm StoneCastle and digital banking software provider Q2 Holdings, is helping neo-banks and fintechs launch and scale up through a network of 850 community banks.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 17, 2021

Learn top best practices for leading a successful software implementation. Takeaway 1 Having a cohesive vision from the top down is critical to a culture of innovation and the successful adoption of new software. . As the saying goes, “the only constant in life is change,” which is certain for the banking industry.

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Abrigo

MARCH 3, 2022

In today’s banking world, community banks are focused sharply on shareholders’ expectations for growth in earnings and return on equity. So, how can community banks support earnings and ROE growth in the face of intense regulatory scrutiny and competitive pressures on profitability? Streamline With Software.

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Abrigo

DECEMBER 31, 2019

Key Takeaways The most popular blog posts on the Abrigo site reflect many of the priorities community banks and credit unions had in 2019. Top blog posts reflect bank, CU priorities. As 2019 winds down, community banks and credit unions have worked hard to attract new customers and members and to retain existing ones.

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PYMNTS

JULY 16, 2020

To let financial institutions (FIs) and issuers provide an automated accounts payable (AP) solution with their own branding to their corporate customers, Regal Software has rolled out its RegalPay B2B payments software, according to an announcement.

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PYMNTS

JULY 30, 2020

The company’s collection of AI bots for the AP process now include bots for cost allocation, fraud detection, invoice reading and inbox managing. The Regal offering allows regional banks, community banks and FIs offer their corporate clients a white-labeled AP technology.

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Abrigo

JULY 15, 2015

One such pain point is the confusion behind identifying ways to effectively grow their business through the management of financial resources. Whether using a national bank, regional bank, community bank or credit union, there are numerous cards that can help your client leverage their credit to create capital.

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Gonzobanker

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Digital: Pigskin Pick-Ups Bankjoy , a digital banking provider, had a funding round led by the Curql Collective Credit Union Service Organization. Treasury management provider Dragonfly Financial Technologies launched independently from an ACI Worldwide sale. MeridianLink acquired mortgage software provider OpenClose.

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Abrigo

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

After the success community banks and credit unions had helping businesses in their local communities with lending during the pandemic , financial institutions continue to turn to small business loans as a source of portfolio growth. Jump-Start Digital Transformation with Change Management. Market Trend. Learn More.

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Gonzobanker

OCTOBER 15, 2014

My heart goes out to the hard working professionals who run the Treasury Services or “Cash Management” divisions at community banks. Yet for more than a decade, cash management professionals have shown their resiliency. Their software vendors are letting them down and wearing them out in a big way.

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Independent Banker

MARCH 31, 2022

We asked community banks how they’re dealing with the resulting shifts in their employment models. Before remote work was an emergency measure to keep employees safe from a devastating virus, it was a perk some community banks offered to retain and attract talent. One bank that is not turning back. WesBanco, Inc.

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Independent Banker

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Photo by Mike Ritter Spurred by social distancing and shutdowns during the pandemic, many community banks turned to virtual financial advisory services, and these new practices are expected to stick around. They are following a trend across the wealth management sector. Going digital Coastal Heritage Bank in Weymouth, Mass.,

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Takeaway 3 Community banks have seen less volatility in noninterest income, and many are still eyeing growth across the category. Community banks target growth. Community banks have seen less volatility in noninterest income over time. Drive growth with integrated risk management. Keep me informed.

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Independent Banker

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Working hand in hand with digital transformation, data provides a powerful tool for community banks. Its accessibility, readability and applicability in today’s digital-first environment has enhanced community banks’ ability to serve their customers, creating a heightened experience.

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Gonzobanker

JUNE 28, 2023

Deep expertise in sound business lending has value , which showed up in the market both directly helping community banks and through partnerships. Sam Kilmer is a managing director in Cornerstone Advisors’ Research & Fintech Advisory Practice. For the hundreds of Baker Hill clients and prospects in the U.S.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 31, 2022

ITMs and VTMs are popular retail banking innovations among community banks. What’s on the horizon for retail banking? We spoke with two community banks that have ramped up their services to meet—and exceed—the changing expectations of customers. So how are retail banks meeting this challenge?

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Abrigo

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

In a survey of community banks and credit unions at the 2016 Sageworks Risk Management Summit, 42 percent of respondents said Commercial Real Estate, or CRE, lending was their primary focus for loan portfolio growth. In fact, software solutions are often key to both profitability and regulatory approval.

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Independent Banker

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Kathy Strasser of IncredibleBank is evaluating marketing campaign management platforms. Customized, well-thought-out interactions—especially in the online banking space—are integral to wooing new customers and retaining existing ones. MainStreet Bank in Fairfax, Va., Photo by Janimal Photography. By Katie Kuehner-Hebert.

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Independent Banker

OCTOBER 1, 2022

But as the prevalence of security breaches grows, so do the opportunities for community banks to position themselves as guardians of their customers’ personal data through compliance, technology and relationship building. By Katie Kuehner-Hebert. Data privacy and security is a hot topic and is only getting hotter. Bob Hickok.

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Abrigo

MAY 22, 2024

As a share of their total assets, community banks have more business loans below $1 million than larger banks, according to numbers from the St. With $580 billion in private-term loans and lines of credit and $62 billion in credit cards, they accounted for 56% of the small business financing market. economic ecosystem.

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