True Sky’s Blueprint For Internal And External Change Management
The Oklahoma credit union is deploying new tools that change the game for its staff and its mission-based membership strategies.
Ops & Payments
Our Ops& Payments page is the hub for credit union-tested and approved methods to increase usage of checking accounts, credit cards, bill pay, and more.
Top Ops & Payments Articles
Credit Unions Take A Big Step Toward Instant Payments
Early adopters of FedNow embrace the Federal Reserve’s answer to fintechs like Venmo and Paypal.
Buy Now, Pay Later The Member-Friendly Way
Advantage Plus has entered the BNPL arena and is crafting a solution to ensure members don’t overextend themselves.
Virtual Cards: More Than Just A Trend
July 7, 2025
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The next evolution in consumer payments — and credit unions that wait risk falling behind.
Digital Wallet Usage Skews Younger, But Becoming More Ubiquitous
July 7, 2025
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Those born before 1980 use digital wallets at a lower rate than younger consumers, but adoption levels are nearly equal across income levels.
Credit Union Savers Favor Flexibility Over Returns
June 23, 2025
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Members are changing the way they deposit their money, saving more and opting for lower-yielding, more liquid account types.
Streamline Document Collection For Your Credit Union
June 18, 2025
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FileInvite helps credit unions accelerate loan processing by automating document collection and keeping your brand front and center. Our secure portal makes it easy for members to upload files, complete forms, and sign documents—while your team stays focused on lending, not admin. With built-in e-signatures, automated reminders, and integrations with tools like Salesforce and SharePoint,
‘Rocky Road’ Ahead? Credit Union CFOs Tweak The Balance Sheet Just In Case.
May 20, 2025
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With recession fears on the rise, industry leaders are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.
Basic Checking Gets A Competitive Upgrade
May 12, 2025
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Boost loyalty with lifestyle checking accounts that offer perks like telehealth, ID protection, and travel discounts.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
May 8, 2025
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With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower delinquency across the industry.
2025 Credit Card Market Insights And To-Dos
May 5, 2025
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Questions and recommendations to help credit unions improve the management and evaluation of their credit card portfolio.
Small Business Meets Big Community At City & County Credit Union
April 21, 2025
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A longstanding program that spotlights small businesses and local organizations deepens ties and reinforces the credit union’s commitment to community prosperity.
Modern Loan Payments, Member-First Experience
April 14, 2025
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Alacriti’s Orbipay Loan Payments solution offers a modern, multi-channel loan payment experience that puts the member first. From Guest Web and enrolled portals to AI chat, Pay By Text, and mobile-optimized access, Orbipay meets members where they are—making payments easy, fast, and secure. Designed for seamless integration and faster deployment, the solution supports automation, real-time
Virtual Cards: More Than Just A Trend
The next evolution in consumer payments — and credit unions that wait risk falling behind.
Digital Wallet Usage Skews Younger, But Becoming More Ubiquitous
Those born before 1980 use digital wallets at a lower rate than younger consumers, but adoption levels are nearly equal across income levels.
Credit Union Savers Favor Flexibility Over Returns
Members are changing the way they deposit their money, saving more and opting for lower-yielding, more liquid account types.
Streamline Document Collection For Your Credit Union
FileInvite helps credit unions accelerate loan processing by automating document collection and keeping your brand front and center. Our secure portal makes it easy for ...
‘Rocky Road’ Ahead? Credit Union CFOs Tweak The Balance Sheet Just In Case.
With recession fears on the rise, industry leaders are hoping for the best but preparing for the worst.
Basic Checking Gets A Competitive Upgrade
Boost loyalty with lifestyle checking accounts that offer perks like telehealth, ID protection, and travel discounts.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower ...
2025 Credit Card Market Insights And To-Dos
Questions and recommendations to help credit unions improve the management and evaluation of their credit card portfolio.
Small Business Meets Big Community At City & County Credit Union
A longstanding program that spotlights small businesses and local organizations deepens ties and reinforces the credit union’s commitment to community prosperity.
Modern Loan Payments, Member-First Experience
Alacriti’s Orbipay Loan Payments solution offers a modern, multi-channel loan payment experience that puts the member first. From Guest Web and enrolled portals to AI ...
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Tech-Grown CEOs Share Fintech Partnership Strategies (Part Two)
Marc Rapport
Three more credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
Tech-Grown CEOs Share Fintech Partnership Strategies (Part One)
Marc Rapport
Credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
Virtual Cards: More Than Just A Trend
Callahan & Associates
The next evolution in consumer payments — and credit unions that wait risk falling behind.
Credit Unions, Fintechs Join Forces For Inaugural Event
Savana Morie
Suncoast Credit Union, in partnership with WithClutch and ModernFI, hosted its inaugural Create 2025 summit in May. Attendees included eight credit unions and nine fintech companies.
4 Ways to Make Your Digital Experience Work Harder for Members
Callahan & Associates
Digital experiences must be a direct reflection of the care and service credit unions are known for. Here’s where to start.
Service Credit Union Launches CUSO For Fintech Investments
Savana Morie
The New Hampshire cooperative recently launched Service Ventures, an independent investment arm that aims to work with startups that share a commitment to operational efficiency and member experience.
Elevating the Credit Union Member Experience Through Seamless Digital Identity
Callahan & Associates
Identity continuity helps create frictionless experiences to connect credit unions with every member touchpoint across digital and physical channels.
Digital Wallet Usage Skews Younger, But Becoming More Ubiquitous
Andrew Lepczyk
Those born before 1980 use digital wallets at a lower rate than younger consumers, but adoption levels are nearly equal across income levels.
Best Of 2025 (So Far): Building Vibrant Communities
Aaron Passman
A midyear look back at how credit unions are lifting up their communities in ways that go beyond just banking.
Best Of 2025 (So Far): Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
Aaron Passman
Revisiting some of the unique strategies financial cooperatives are using to drive long-term success and sustainable organic growth.