The Lifecycle of Software Testing

The Lifecycle of Software Testing

Testing may seem like one short step in the entire software development process, but its importance cannot be understated, says Mary VanAntwerp as she shares the ins and outs of each stage of the software testing lifecycle and why having a quality tester is integral.

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Don’t Let New Technology Determine Your Strategy

Don’t Let New Technology Determine Your Strategy

John Beauchamp urges credit unions not to invest in new technology for the sake of being trendy and to remember that technology is meant to support a credit union’s strategy, not dictate it

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House Financial Service Committee to Hold Hearing On Climate-Change Policies

House Financial Service Committee to Hold Hearing On Climate-Change Policies

On Tuesday, July 18th, the House Financial Service Committee will hold a hearing to discuss climate-change policy issues and whether financial regulators such as the NCUA can remain politically independent on the topic, reports Emily Claus.

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Tips for Managing Members’ Compromised Cards

Tips for Managing Members’ Compromised Cards

When a member’s card is compromised, both the member and credit union will need to act quickly to minimize the damage. Linda Stearns offers advice on how to best approach the situation to resolve it quickly and support your members.

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Is Audio Banking Dead?

Is Audio Banking Dead?

At first glance, one might assume that audio banking is slowly disappearing as digital methods become increasingly popular and convenient. But there’s more to the story, says Brian Maurer, who argues that thanks to devoted members, audio banking may live longer than expected.

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My Credit Union Experience: How Are You Bringing Young Members To Your Credit Union?

My Credit Union Experience: How Are You Bringing Young Members To Your Credit Union?

Kyle Karnes offers a few quick and easy suggestions for marketing your credit union to younger audiences and build the trust they have in the credit union.

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NASCUS: NCUA Should Only Review FISCU Mergers for Share Insurance Risks

NASCUS: NCUA Should Only Review FISCU Mergers for Share Insurance Risks

The NCUA should butt out of merger reviews of federally-insured, state-chartered credit unions (FISCUs) unless there is a safety and soundness issue that poses risks to the Share Insurance Fund (SIF), NASCUS said, in comments submitted to the agency.

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The Legacy Effect of Credit Unions

The Legacy Effect of Credit Unions

As charitable organizations ask Chip Filson to become a legacy member, he reflects on one credit union’s lasting legacy and urges others to pay tribute to their founding and the reason they are around today.

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Keeping Members Where They Are: Outdated Fields of Membership

Keeping Members Where They Are: Outdated Fields of Membership

As digital services and banking experiences become the new norm, traditional field of membership designations have become outdated and restrictive, hurting both credit unions and members alike, argues Emily Claus.

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Consumers Charged Nearly $3 Billion in Fees Annually from Predatory Lenders According to Study

Consumers Charged Nearly $3 Billion in Fees Annually from Predatory Lenders According to Study

In a study released June 2023 by the Center for Responsible Lenders, analysts found that borrowers are charged nearly $3 billion annually for single-payment, payday installment, and car-title loans, reports Esteban Camargo.

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