A Risk Assessor Origin Story Courtesy of Stephen King’s IT
Movies are chockfull of superhero origin stories, but what about us regular risk management folks?
Ncontracts Promotes Stephanie Lyon to VP of Compliance
Ncontracts announced that it has promoted Stephanie Lyon to VP of Compliance. Lyon is responsible for leading the development and ongoing enhancements...
What Does the FDIC Look for in a CMS?
The FDIC expects a bank’s board of directors and management to have a compliance management system (CMS) adapted to its business strategy to effectively
7 Features Every Compliance Management System (CMS) Needs
Compliance management is no joke. Look for a compliance management solution with these seven key features...
What Does the NCUA Look for in a CMS?
The NCUA defines a compliance management system as a credit union’s overall approach to managing compliance risk.
Have You Prepared for Climate Change Risk?
What is your bank doing about climate risk and its potential impact on loans, investments, and operations?
Quiz Time! How Did You Get Your Start in Banking?
Risk management starts at the top, but bankers typically start at the bottom.
5 Fair Lending Lessons Learned in 2019
As Q4 approaches, it's time for compliance professionals to reflect on the changes we’ve seen so far. Here are 5 fair lending lessons learned this year.
4 Features Every Vendor Management Solution Needs
A vendor management software solution organizes existing processes and documentation while showing how vendor relationships and policies can be improved.
What If a Cyber Attack Caused a Bank Failure?
There are more than just financial threats to industry stability. The FDIC is actively considering how it would handle an unprecedented scenario: a bank
Ignore KRIs & KPIs at Your Own Peril: Best Practices for Key Risk Indicators
Stop me if you’ve heard this story before. Significant management turnover at a $1B FI, and new management is eager to make an impact. The solution:
Summer Blockbusters Revisited: Assessing My Risk Assessments
When it can cost nearly $100 to take a family of four to the movies (including snacks, of course), you don’t want to risk wasting your cash on a so-so movi
School's in Session: 3 Tips to Help You Ace Compliance
Here are three essential, timeless tips for you to remember to ensure that you achieve your compliance goals in 2019 and beyond.
Is Your Institution Prepared for These Emerging Risks?
Across the business world, businesses in all industries are worried about the pace of change...
PA Bankers Services Corporation Endorses Ncontracts’ Solution Suite
The PA Bankers Services Corporation (Services Corp.) and Ncontracts jointly announce the addition of Ncontracts into the corporation’s Select Vendor...
6 Silo-Busting ERM Tips
How do seasoned risk professionals fight risk management inertia? They find ways to dismantle silos and develop processes to spark discussion about risk
Ncontracts Recognized by Inc. Magazine as one of America’s Fastest Growing Companies
Ncontracts, the leading provider of integrated risk management solutions for financial institutions has joined the Inc. 5000, the magazine’s annual...
CU Broadcast Interviews Stephanie Lyon on Compliance Management System for Financial Institutions
Our very own Director of Compliance, Stephanie Lyon, talks with Mike Lawson from CU Broadcast about the company's new CMS solution for FIs.
Bank Audit
A bank audit is a routine procedure designed to review the services of financial institutions to ensure they are in compliance with laws and industry
13 Movies and Shows Every Bank Compliance Nerd Needs to Watch
Here are a few banking compliance movies and TV shows for you to check out, and prove to your friends and family that compliance is entertaining!
Vendor Employees Gone Wild: Structuring Vendor Contracts to Guard Against Rogue Insiders & Cyber Threats
Capital One and its credit card applicants and customers are not having a good week.
A Model CIO: Equifax CIO Keeps Showing Us How *Not* to Respond to a Breach
The big news out of Equifax this week is its $700 million settlement as a result of its 2017 data breach. It’s the most expensive breach settlement ever.
What are the Three Lines of Defense in a Compliance Management System?
Learn the essential definitions of a compliance management system (CMS), and what the three lines of defense really are.
The Risk Management/HR Connection
How often do you engage with human resources? Risk managers may not give a lot of thought to human resources, but they should.
Hate Illegal Telemarketing Calls? So Does the FDIC.
The good news is at least one agency is taking action to enforce telemarketing regulations. The bad news for one community bank is that it’s the FDIC.
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cyber Monitoring
Here are the most common questions we get asked about vendor cyber monitoring:
Ncontracts Announces Integration With Compliance Alliance
Ncontracts Announces Integration With Compliance Alliance
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.