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.
The Financial Impacts Of Credit Card Fraud
October 7, 2024
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Ensuring payment solutions employ robust fraud detection and enhanced security helps mitigate instances of data exposure and loss.
Transcend’s Teen Account Banks On The Future
September 30, 2024
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A mix of account features, parental involvement, and financial education are all helping the Kentucky cooperative narrow its generation gap.
Americans Aren’t Ready For Retirement. Credit Unions Can Help.
September 30, 2024
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A new YouGov study indicates only one-third of consumers expect to have enough money saved for retirement by age 65, and virtually no one is confident about their plans once they stop working.
Loan Trends In 2Q24
September 11, 2024
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Fluctuating loan demand upset credit union lending pipelines and balance sheets in the first half of the year. How significant were these impacts?
Buy Now, Pay Later: Fad Or The Future?
September 9, 2024
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BNPL programs have become a key player in the financial landscape, with some credit unions adopting their own version for their members.
6 Reasons Credit Unions Are Selling Their Credit Card Portfolios
September 9, 2024
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Market pressures and compliance challenges are just two variables pushing cooperatives to hand off their card operations.
It’s Time To Rethink Credit Card Rewards
September 9, 2024
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How credit card reward programs drive business and loyalty at Alliant and Affinity credit unions.
Members Want BNPL. How Will You Respond?
September 9, 2024
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A March 2024 study determined Buy Now, Pay Later tools are among the top features consumers want from their payments options.
The Future Of Check Processing: A Transaction Level Approach
September 9, 2024
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A new approach to transaction processing lowers costs, reduces risks, and increases efficiency.
4 Strategies To Increase Prepaid Card Usage And Acceptance
September 9, 2024
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An examination of common obstacles to prepaid card adoption and effective strategies for overcoming them.
The Financial Impacts Of Credit Card Fraud
Ensuring payment solutions employ robust fraud detection and enhanced security helps mitigate instances of data exposure and loss.
Transcend’s Teen Account Banks On The Future
A mix of account features, parental involvement, and financial education are all helping the Kentucky cooperative narrow its generation gap.
Americans Aren’t Ready For Retirement. Credit Unions Can Help.
A new YouGov study indicates only one-third of consumers expect to have enough money saved for retirement by age 65, and virtually no one is ...
Loan Trends In 2Q24
Fluctuating loan demand upset credit union lending pipelines and balance sheets in the first half of the year. How significant were these impacts?
Buy Now, Pay Later: Fad Or The Future?
BNPL programs have become a key player in the financial landscape, with some credit unions adopting their own version for their members.
It’s Time To Rethink Credit Card Rewards
How credit card reward programs drive business and loyalty at Alliant and Affinity credit unions.
Members Want BNPL. How Will You Respond?
A March 2024 study determined Buy Now, Pay Later tools are among the top features consumers want from their payments options.
The Future Of Check Processing: A Transaction Level Approach
A new approach to transaction processing lowers costs, reduces risks, and increases efficiency.
4 Strategies To Increase Prepaid Card Usage And Acceptance
An examination of common obstacles to prepaid card adoption and effective strategies for overcoming them.
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Lights, Camera, Action! How To Improve Outreach On The Air.
Savana Morie
Two credit union leaders discuss how regular broadcast appearances help them reach members and non-members alike.
Embracing ARMs And Battling Members’ Misconceptions
Aaron Passman
With adjustable-rate mortgages back in fashion, credit unions are educating members about the ins and outs of these products, dispelling misunderstandings along the way.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
Andrew Lepczyk
Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.
Celebrating 40 Years Of Credit Union Impact
Aaron Passman
From shaping the industry’s approach to data to framing the conversation around key industry issues, here’s a look at the impact we’ve made — and what’s to come
Help Your Members Navigate Higher Vehicle Costs
Auto Financial Group
Economic and industry challenges are reshaping the auto lending market.
The Future Of Banking Blends Technology And Human Interaction
La Macchia Group
As digital innovation reshapes banking, physical branches remain essential for trust, expertise, and personalized service.
Turn Youth Accounts Into Growth Engines
BankingON
How a family-driven app powers more swipe, more stick, and more growth.
Navigant Levels Up Its Data-Driven Branching Strategy
Aaron Passman
The Rhode Island-based credit union is using internal and third-party data to better understand branch traffic patterns and consumer banking behaviors — and the results are paying off far faster than expected.
Great Strategy Requires Trade-Offs
Callahan & Associates
A notable shift is occurring in the industry as credit unions make a choice to refocus on areas in which they can make the greatest impact.
CEO Onboarding: Susan Gruber, UVA Community Credit Union
Marc Rapport
Gruber’s transition to CEO of UVA Community Credit Union brought leadership challenges, cultural shifts, and strategic transformations that all highlight the importance of decisive leadership.
6 Reasons Credit Unions Are Selling Their Credit Card Portfolios