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In Part 1 of this blog, we examined some of the industry buzzwords being discussed and what they mean to community-based financial institutions. Brady Chianciola, PRI consultant, emphasizes that buzzworthy concepts should be considered in the context of the FI’s overall business and profitability strategy. Robotic Process Automation (RPA). RPA mimics the tasks that have […]
As we highlighted in Part 1 of this blog, competing in the treasury management space is becoming more challenging as technology expectations grow. It’s also a highly desirable (and profitable) space for the FI to play in. In Part 1, Jen Megee, PRI project manager, discussed two ways to provide a client-centric experience to the […]
Competing in the treasury management space is becoming more challenging as technology expectations grow. It’s also a highly desirable (and profitable) space for the FI to play in. So, what can the FI control when serving the all-important treasury management client base? They can provide a client-centric experience from start to finish. Control and streamline […]
As we discussed in our last blog, change can be daunting. When an FI recognizes that doing things the way they always have could be leading to negative consequences for their organization, they may decide to change processes, allowing for increased efficiencies, improved morale, and increased profits. Establishing a proactive culture that asks the tough, […]
Change can be daunting. Understandably, the tendency to stick to the path of least resistance can lead FIs to continue doing things the way they always have – even when the processes are outdated and inefficient. Have you ever asked the simple question of your team, “Why do we do it this way?” The common […]
In our last blog post, Sue Schmiedeler, project manager at Profit Resources Inc., discussed best practices in project management that ensure the financial institution can minimize business disruption and maximize efficiencies and long-term benefits, including profitability. In this blog, she shares 10 tips to facilitate better and more effective project management. Assess the risks. Every […]
When launching complex projects such as a core conversion or merger and acquisition activities, financial institutions are wise to dedicate substantial time and resources to planning and project management. A good project management process will minimize business disruption and maximize efficiencies and long-term benefits, including profitability. Sue Schmiedeler, project manager at Profit Resources Inc., recently […]
Data and technology continue to shape the future of the lending industry, and opportunity-driven Financial Institutions are embracing and adapting to the changes. In part 1 of this closer look at how the current environment impacts lending and operations, we examined the significant trend of digitization of the lending process. Part 2 will address how […]
Merger and acquisition integration of technology requires a close look at the different processes and best practices of the Financial Institutions involved. Most FIs have similar processes, but they may go about them differently with varying levels of efficiency. Often, the acquiring institution converts the processes of the acquired FI completely without first thoroughly reviewing […]
In our last blog, Efficiency: Why Do We Care?, we laid out a case demonstrating the benefits of improving FI efficiency. When an institution sets a goal to become more efficient and has a plan to push efficiency in the organization from the top down, there is one crucial question to ask. What do we […]
