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"Banks can also improve the overall banking experience by offering customers reimbursement options for using non-bank ATMs as a way to reduce the impact of fees on their wallets." Many #creditunions and #communitybanks started doing this, including my own Virginia Credit Union, over a decade ago. After in depth analysis many organizations were able to show that an internal qualified fee reimbursement program was more cost effective than the heavy per transaction or 'all card' models found with many of the surcharge free networks. This reduced expenses to the financial institutions, removed confusion on where cardholders could get 'free' transactions, and encouraged more direct deposits to the connected checking account associated with the cardholder. The surcharge-free Networks have their place in our ecosystem, and may be the better option for some Issuers. I carried a debit card with the CU24 (Culiance) logo for many years, and worked on the STARsf, AllPoint, and MoneyPass Networks while at First Data/Fiserv. But it is a good idea to look at the options, the overall financials, and the data behind your cardholders ATM usage before making the decision. #atms #networks #cashaccess #customerexperience #memberexperience #cardholders

With instant payments solutions now popular amongst Retail/Consumer Banking customers, there's need to look into how Commercial and Corporate customers can also tap into this new norm... https://lnkd.in/dP3RAk3B

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Check out this article from the Rochester Business Journal featuring our own Laura Geary, Community Banking Division Manager, speaking about Tompkins' approach to community banking and the importance of personalized customer experience!

Strong move by NatWest Group which continues to be a real open banking leader among UK banks. If banks start enriching data, what will this mean for TPPs with this model... 🤔 With customers notoriously reluctant to change their primary provider; it will be interesting to see whether the fee structure (free for NatWest customers) attracts switchers: 🔥 UK's NatWest launches transaction categorisation service as an extension to open banking APIs https://lnkd.in/e-qYePqv #openbanking #transactiondata #affordability

'While credit unions are still leading the way in customer service, consumers think banks are better at digital. Here's how credit unions can learn from the competition and gain an edge in building — and retaining — customer loyalty.' https://bit.ly/3wYGZHY #creditunions #digitalbanking #banking

Humans: The Secret Ingredient for Retail Banking Success In today's digital age, it may seem that technology is the be-all and end-all of retail banking. However, we firmly believe that humans are the secret ingredient for success in this industry. While technology has undoubtedly transformed the way we bank, it is the human touch that truly sets banks apart. Customers crave personalized experiences and genuine connections. They want to be understood, valued, and supported in their financial journey. This is where human bankers excel. They possess the empathy, intuition, and interpersonal skills necessary to build trust and foster long-term relationships. Moreover, humans bring a level of expertise and problem-solving ability that technology cannot replicate. They can navigate complex financial situations, provide tailored advice, and address unique customer needs. By combining the power of technology with the human touch, banks can deliver exceptional service and create a competitive edge. In conclusion, while technology plays a vital role, it is the human element that truly drives retail banking success. Investing in skilled and empathetic bankers will undoubtedly pay off in the long run, ensuring satisfied customers and a thriving industry. https://lnkd.in/gw3ytYPj Loquat, an innovative financial technology company, developed and operates a proprietary banking as a service platform designed with the small business customer in mind by a world-class team of former banking executives, fraud specialists, technology and digital transformation experts, and business owners. The end-to-end-platform allows credit unions and community banks to improve or launch a streamlined digital banking functionality aimed at serving small and medium-sized businesses (SMB) from new account onboarding through delivering lending options, while preventing fraud without sacrificing on the user experience. To learn more about Loquat, visit: www.loquatinc.io #Loquat #creditunions #communitybanks #banks #smallbusiness #empathy #humanity

I have a question for you to ponder… When was the last time you stepped foot in a bank? For me, it’s been quite a while given the rise of mobile banking. There just doesn’t seem to be as much need for visiting a branch. So, you can imagine what a surprise it was to find out that Gen Z is averaging 6 branch visits per month.  It makes you sit back and reassess... If the digital generation is doing banking physically, what's the why? Really great insights in the Quad piece below. I highly encourage you give it a read.