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3 Elements of a Vendor Cyber Monitoring Program

3 Elements of a Vendor Cyber Monitoring Program

An FI’s vendor management program is part of its enterprise risk management. Vendor management can’t be done in a vacuum.

Jul 9, 2019 2 min read
Fair Lending Fireworks: 3 Trends in the Hottest Area of Compliance

Fair Lending Fireworks: 3 Trends in the Hottest Area of Compliance

In the spirit of July 4th, learn what's sparking fireworks in Fair Lending compliance. After the $1.75M consent order, this is news you'll want to know.

Jul 3, 2019 3 min read
Another Vendor Behaving Badly: Failed Vendor Management Results in $236K+ Consent Order

Another Vendor Behaving Badly: Failed Vendor Management Results in $236K+ Consent Order

Failing to engage in appropriate third-party vendor planning, due diligence, contract negotiations, and ongoing monitoring has bad results.

Jul 2, 2019 2 min read
Frequently Asked Questions About Cyber Monitoring

Frequently Asked Questions About Cyber Monitoring

Here are the most common questions we get asked about vendor cyber monitoring:

Jun 27, 2019 2 min read
Does this $1.75M Fair Lending Consent Order Signal Changes in Compliance Enforcement?

Does this $1.75M Fair Lending Consent Order Signal Changes in Compliance Enforcement?

Does this $1.75M Fair Lending consent order signal a change in regulatory enforcement? We're talking HMDA, Fair Lending, and what this means for you.

Jun 26, 2019 5 min read
Ncontracts Announces Integration With Compliance Alliance

Ncontracts Announces Integration With Compliance Alliance

Ncontracts Announces Integration With Compliance Alliance

Jun 21, 2019 2 min read
3 Lessons Learned from the ABA Regulatory Compliance Conference

3 Lessons Learned from the ABA Regulatory Compliance Conference

In this post, you'll learn 3 essential insights gained from the ABA Regulatory Compliance Conference that every compliance pro needs to know!

Jun 19, 2019 7 min read
Lessons Learned from Giving Away 1,100 T-Shirts at an ABA Conference

Lessons Learned from Giving Away 1,100 T-Shirts at an ABA Conference

We handed out our full inventory of 1,100 free t-shirts at the ABA Compliance Conference earlier this month! Here's what we learned:

Jun 18, 2019 3 min read
What to Do When You’re Worried About Your Vendor’s Finances

What to Do When You’re Worried About Your Vendor’s Finances

How do you know your vendor is in trouble and what can you do if it is? Read on to find out.

Jun 12, 2019 2 min read
Ncontracts Launches New Compliance Management System (CMS), Ncomply

Ncontracts Launches New Compliance Management System (CMS), Ncomply

Ncontracts Launches New Compliance Management System (CMS), Ncomply

Jun 11, 2019 1 min read
OCC: Operational Risk Remains Elevated

OCC: Operational Risk Remains Elevated

The only certainties in life are death and taxes, but I can think of one more thing: risk.

Jun 6, 2019 2 min read
TRUPOINT Partners is Becoming NTRUPOINT - What That Means For You

TRUPOINT Partners is Becoming NTRUPOINT - What That Means For You

There are big changes coming to TRUPOINT Partners over the next few weeks and months. Here’s what all those changes might mean for you.

Jun 5, 2019 5 min read
Due Diligence 101: Are On-Site Visits Required?

Due Diligence 101: Are On-Site Visits Required?

Let’s start with guidance on the subject. There is very little guidance requiring on-site due diligence. It’s peppered with words like “may” or...

Jun 4, 2019 4 min read
Creating Value with A Culture of Risk Management

Creating Value with A Culture of Risk Management

Many bankers think the concept of a “risk management culture” is thought exercise. It’s the kind of psychobabble that takes up time that could be dedicate

May 30, 2019 3 min read
Your Complete Guide to the ABA Regulatory Compliance Conference in New Orleans

Your Complete Guide to the ABA Regulatory Compliance Conference in New Orleans

Here is everything you need to know to prepare for the American Bankers Association Regulatory Compliance Conference from June 9-12 in New Orleans!

May 29, 2019 11 min read
4 Key Risks Facing the Banking Industry, According to the OCC

4 Key Risks Facing the Banking Industry, According to the OCC

As the banking industry has undergone major changes, the top risks have also evolved. Here are the four biggest risks facing banks today, from the OCC.

May 22, 2019 6 min read
GAO Grades Regulatory Agencies on Risk Management Supervision

GAO Grades Regulatory Agencies on Risk Management Supervision

The board will consider whether there are specific factors Federal Reserve staff should consider when escalating supervisory concerns.

May 21, 2019 2 min read
Wishing for More Regulatory Tailoring? You’ll Love Risk Management

Wishing for More Regulatory Tailoring? You’ll Love Risk Management

In a world where bankers feel overwhelmed and disadvantaged by a seemingly one-size-fits-all regulatory environment, there remains one place where a fina

May 16, 2019 4 min read
5 Free Compliance Resources to Download and Share

5 Free Compliance Resources to Download and Share

Get 5 valuable, free, compliance resources to download and share with your colleagues, including a brand-new Fair Lending training module!

May 15, 2019 3 min read
Brokered Deposits & Vendor Management

Brokered Deposits & Vendor Management

As the industry pushes for more flexibility to make it easier to work with deposit brokers, bankers can help make their case with strong vendor management.

May 10, 2019 3 min read
10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Next Banking Conference

10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Next Banking Conference

Learn 10 best practices to help you make the most of your next banking industry event! These guidelines will ensure your next conferences is a success.

May 8, 2019 8 min read
We Listen So You Don’t Have To: FDIC’s Crisis & Response Podcast

We Listen So You Don’t Have To: FDIC’s Crisis & Response Podcast

What went down during the financial and banking crises, and what did the FDIC learn from it? The FDIC has released a 7-part podcast.

May 6, 2019 3 min read
Do Small Institutions Need Risk Management?

Do Small Institutions Need Risk Management?

Risk management isn’t just for large institutions. The case can be made that it’s even more important for smaller FIs to address risk management.

May 2, 2019 3 min read
Why Do I Need a HMDA and CRA Transmittal Tool?
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Why Do I Need a HMDA and CRA Transmittal Tool?

Find out everything you need to know from A to Z about the HMDA and CRA transmittal and why you might need the software for your financial institute.

May 1, 2019 5 min read
Community Bankers Association of Illinois Endorses Ncontracts Risk Management Solutions

Community Bankers Association of Illinois Endorses Ncontracts Risk Management Solutions

CBAI member banks can rely on Ncontracts to be a trusted teammate to assist them with vendor and risk management

May 1, 2019 2 min read
How To Prepare for the Public HMDA Data Release Next Month

How To Prepare for the Public HMDA Data Release Next Month

More HMDA data will be publicly released in May 2019. This data has more depth and may spark additional Fair Lending scrutiny. Learn how to prepare today!

Apr 24, 2019 5 min read
Embezzlement in La La Land: How a TV Studio Credit Union CEO Stole $40 Million Over 20 Years

Embezzlement in La La Land: How a TV Studio Credit Union CEO Stole $40 Million Over 20 Years

Would you believe a story where the villain steals over $40 million from a FI that only had $21 million in assets? The truth is stranger than fiction.

Apr 19, 2019 5 min read
Game of Thrones: Risk Assessing The Iron Bank

Game of Thrones: Risk Assessing The Iron Bank

Game of Thrones has returned for its final season! In honor of the ending of this series, let’s identify the biggest risks facing The Iron Bank of Braavos.

Apr 17, 2019 5 min read
Are You Making This Common Vendor Management Mistake Observed by the FDIC?

Are You Making This Common Vendor Management Mistake Observed by the FDIC?

FIs aren’t doing enough to ensure their contracts with third-party vendors sufficiently address business continuity and incident response.

Apr 10, 2019 2 min read
Fair Lending Risk Assessments: Absolutely Everything You Need to Know

Fair Lending Risk Assessments: Absolutely Everything You Need to Know

The answers to frequently asked questions about Fair Lending Risk Assessments plus a free tool to help you evaluate your fair lending risk assessments

Apr 10, 2019 9 min read