Computer Ergonomics and You
While our desk layout may seem inconsequential, a bad layout can lead to back pain, vision issues, and even carpal tunnel. Mike Glazer offers a few tips on how to make your workspace as comfortable as possible to help maximize efficiency and avoid injury.
Why Credit Unions Should Offer Interest-Only Loans
Coming out of a year of significant growth for credit unions’ real estate loan portfolio, AVANA’s Shivan Perera discusses why credit unions might consider offering interest-only periods on their loans.
Tips and Tricks to Automating Data in Excel
Excel can be an extremely helpful, yet often confusing, tool. However, when it comes to data automation, learning Excel’s secrets can save you both time and resources. Tabitha Pierce shares a few tips to help you get the most out of your data and Excel.
Reaction to CFPB Credit Card Fee Plan Wildly Divided
Following the CFPB’s proposed rule limiting credit card late fees to a maximum of $8, reactions from the financial sector have been largely opposed, reports David Baumann of CUCollaborate.
Technology Versus Slow Checkouts
In a world of self-service and convenience, Chip Filson examines ways in which companies are looking to slow things down and connect with their customers and how that might apply to credit unions.
Typography: The Art of Designing Text
Picking fonts is more than a choice, it’s an art, says Vivian Colligan. Thankfully, this art has a few rules you can master to make the most of your fonts and your design.
Cybersecurity, Certification, and the Credit Union
Leaving your credit union’s cybersecurity up to vendors and programs won’t help you be as prepared as you should be when it comes to potential risks. Patrick Schumaker shares his experience in getting cybersecurity certified and why your credit union employees should be too.
House Passes Credit Union Board Modernization Bill
The House has passed the CUNA-supported Credit Union Board Modernization Act, which would alter the current board meeting requirements from monthly meetings to a minimum of six meetings per year. Emily Claus reports.
The Risks and Rewards of Biometric Data
While biometric data can reduce the risk of fraud, credit unions and other financial institutions need to take steps to reduce risk and ensure the protection of said data, says Patrick Sickels.
What Are the Drivers for CUSO Merger and Acquisitions Success?
Chief Financial Officer of CU*Answers, Bob Frizzle, discusses the incentives that push CUSOs into investing in mergers and acquisitions and which motivations will yield the most success.
