From Pencil to Paperless: Changes in Accounting Technology
Becky Frankowski reflects on 30 years in accounting, how systems and technologies have changed during her tenure, and what concerns there might be surrounding these changes.
NCUA’s Alternating Examination Pilot Program May Lead to Decision Soon
Speaking with NASCUS recently, NCUA Chairman Todd Harper said the agency is taking its insights and lessons learned from the Alternating Examination Pilot Program to determine whether the project is worth formally adopting, reports Esteban Camargo.
Rewards: Everybody Has Them, Why Don’t You?
Reward systems seem to be everywhere you look, offering some kind of discount for your continued loyalty. Well, almost everywhere. Stephanie Raven discusses the importance of offering rewards at the credit union and how all parties can benefit from the program.
Why AI Cannot Replace Your Writer: Part One
AI-generated writing can seem like magic, one that many writers were certain would make them disappear. But once you pull back the curtain, the method is fraught with errors, legal and ethical debates, and lifeless content. Emily Claus shares why AI isn’t ready to replace your writer and why depending on it can be risky.
What Can Be Done About the Drought of New Credit Union Charters?
The credit union industry was founded based on need; those unable to secure financial services turning to their communities for help. Chip Filson argues that this founding nature is slipping away but can still return to its roots.
Economic Liberties Project: Junk Fees Create Unlevel Playing Field
Arguing that junk fees are not just annoying, but also create an unlevel playing field, the American Economic Liberties Project on Monday released model legislation that would provide Congress and state legislatures tools to tackle the issue, reports David Baumann of CUCollaborate.
Email Security Technologies Your Credit Union Should Be Implementing
Financial institutions depend on email for daily communications, meaning if email is compromised, the credit union and member information are also compromised. Chris Shelton shares three email security tools your credit union can implement to keep your information safe.
The CUNA-NAFCU Merger: What It Is and What It Means
Following the announcement of the CUNA and NAFCU merger intentions, CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo provides some background on the organizations and touches on whether or not the merger will ultimately benefit or harm credit unions.
I Love My Credit Union Day Celebrates A Triumphant Third Year
The third annual I Love My Credit Union Day, a worldwide social media blitz meant to spread awareness and appreciation for the industry, was a resounding success, reports Emily Claus, with over one thousand credit unions and organizations getting involved in the festivities.
No Successor Named as Hood’s Term Comes to a Close
As NCUA board member Rodney Hood’s term comes to a close, he has announced he has no intention of leaving until a new board member is nominated and confirmed, a process which could take months, reports Emily Claus.
