If you’re like most people, you constantly check your email so that no important messages go unanswered. However, constantly checking email prevents you from being in control of your time and focusing on finishing your work. Learn how to accomplish more each day while monitoring your email with these four tips. Turn Off Notifications… Read more »
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The SEC Called Cyber Security the “Biggest Risk” – How Can Your Company Prepare
The biggest risk facing the financial industry is cyber security. The SEC discovered that many major exchanges, clearing houses, and private exchanges and forums lack cyber policies covering the risks that they face, leaving them open to cyberattacks. Although the SEC is doing everything possible to prevent such attacks, the agency cannot handle the problem… Read more »
What to Watch for in Remote Deposit Capture
According to a study by technology research and consulting firm Celent, approximately one-third of the U.S. population will use mobile remote deposit capture (RDC) by 2016. Learn about four trends shaping the future of RDC technology and how they affect your bank or financial institution. Product Launches New products hit the market daily. What… Read more »
Nobody Likes a Bad Boss – Avoid Becoming One
Nobody likes having a bad boss who acts more like a dictator than a mentor. Follow these guidelines so your staff members want to follow you. Make Time for Staff Devoting time and resources to your staff members’ professional development are a productive investment. When you show interest in your employees’ futures and help… Read more »
How Does Technology Help Financial Compliance?
The latest technology is essential for your bank or financial institution’s financial compliance plan. Here are some reasons why. Regulatory Compliance Regulatory agencies look favorably on organizations that keep up with the latest compliance technology and they are using predictive analytics to meet anti-money-laundering (AML) compliance standards. Your bank or financial institution can… Read more »
Identify Funnel Accounts with These 12 Red Flags
Funnel accounts created by profits earned from committing crimes are commonly used in money-laundering schemes. Watch for these 12 red flags to help you stop the progression of funnel accounts. 12 Red Flags of Funnel Accounts Accounts with multiple deposits quickly transferred to other accounts. Checks may have different handwriting on the payee and… Read more »
Improve These Daily Behaviors to Become a Better Leader
Working on your leadership skills daily will help you advance at work. When you’re in a leadership position, it’s easier to work on your leadership skills, but you don’t have to be in a traditional leadership role to become a leader. Here are three ways to improve your behaviors and get on your supervisor’s… Read more »
Are Local Banks Suffering Because of Dodd-Frank?
Because of the 2008 financial crisis, the government took steps to control how big and small banks function so future bailouts aren’t necessary. Some of those steps, such as passing the Dodd-Frank Act, may have done more harm than good for local banks. Dodd-Frank Act U.S. Representatives Barney Frank (D., Mass.) and Chris Dodd… Read more »
Did You Know Annuities Harbor Money Laundering?
As an insurance and investment professional dealing directly with clients, you’re able to obtain information about their fund sources, reasons for purchasing annuities or other insurance products, and other personal details. This puts you as a first line of defense against money laundering. The Money Laundering Process Money laundering filters illegally gained money through various… Read more »
Is Your Financial Institution Ready for a Cyber Attack?
Cyber attacks involving data breaches are growing in number and sophistication. As a financial institution holding funds and private data on consumers and commercial entities, your organization is especially vulnerable. Learn how to minimize your risk in case of a cyber attack. Set a Plan To Avoid a Cyber Attack Manage your risk for… Read more »