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Let’s Talk Turkey: Thanksgiving Day Risk Management

Let’s Talk Turkey: Thanksgiving Day Risk Management

A humorous look at risk mitigation strategies for Thanksgiving dinner disasters

Nov 23, 2021 4 min read
Ncontracts Acquires OnSemble Software from Passageways, Inc.

Ncontracts Acquires OnSemble Software from Passageways, Inc.

Ncontracts expands its comprehensive software that automates the development and updating of employee intranets for the financial services industry.

Nov 19, 2021 2 min read
What Will Examiners Look for in 2022? OCC Releases Supervisory Priorities 

What Will Examiners Look for in 2022? OCC Releases Supervisory Priorities 

Strategic and operational planning are key to risk management in 2022.

Nov 17, 2021 3 min read
How Many Vendors Should Your Financial Institution Have?

How Many Vendors Should Your Financial Institution Have?

The number of bank, credit union, and mortgage broker third-party vendors isn’t nearly as important as identifying them all.

Nov 16, 2021 2 min read
Regulatory News You Can Use: Briefing on LIBOR, the BSA/ransomware connection, and virtual currencies

Regulatory News You Can Use: Briefing on LIBOR, the BSA/ransomware connection, and virtual currencies

Insight into bank, credit union, and mortgage lending regulatory changes in October 2021.

Nov 4, 2021 2 min read
OCC reprimands bank for poor risk oversight, weak internal controls & repeat findings

OCC reprimands bank for poor risk oversight, weak internal controls & repeat findings

OCC says poor risk management can be an unsafe and unsound banking practice in recent enforcement action against Cenlar Bank.

Nov 2, 2021 3 min read
When Risk Gets Spooky - Risk Assessing Halloween Candy

When Risk Gets Spooky - Risk Assessing Halloween Candy

Ever thought about the risk of eating Halloween candy? Cool! Us, too. Here's a fun exercise in overthinking the risk you're about to thoroughly enjoy.

Oct 29, 2021 2 min read
CFPB, OCC & Justice Department Team Up for $9 Million Redlining Suit as Part “Vigorous” Fair Lending Enforcement Effort

CFPB, OCC & Justice Department Team Up for $9 Million Redlining Suit as Part “Vigorous” Fair Lending Enforcement Effort

Justice Department will “spare no resource” to ensure “vigorous” fair lending law enforcement, including a focus on redlining

Oct 27, 2021 5 min read
5 Common Misconceptions About SOC Reports and How to Avoid Them

5 Common Misconceptions About SOC Reports and How to Avoid Them

Financial institutions can reduce cyber risk with third-party vendor SOC reports, but only if you avoid these 5 misconceptions.

Oct 26, 2021 3 min read
6 Tips for Aligning ERM & Cybersecurity

6 Tips for Aligning ERM & Cybersecurity

Fed watchers offer tips on aligning risk management and cybersecurity, one of the latest trends in risk management in 2021.

Oct 21, 2021 2 min read
A Cautionary Tale About Risk and Accountability

A Cautionary Tale About Risk and Accountability

Accountability increases safety and soundness at financial institutions, as described in this excerpt from CEO Michael Berman’s new book, The Upside of...

Oct 20, 2021 4 min read
What Is a SOC Report and How Can I Use it for Vendor Management?

What Is a SOC Report and How Can I Use it for Vendor Management?

Financial institutions can use SOC reports as the first step in third-party due diligence, but true vendor management demands a deeper look.

Oct 19, 2021 2 min read
 5 Tips for Enhancing Your Financial Institution’s Cyber Resiliency

 5 Tips for Enhancing Your Financial Institution’s Cyber Resiliency

Here are five tips for enhancing cyber resiliency at banks, credit unions, mortgage companies, and fintechs.

Oct 13, 2021 3 min read
Risk Management Has No Finish Line 

Risk Management Has No Finish Line 

The risk management lifecycle (risk assessment, monitoring, communication, remediation) is an ongoing effort.

Oct 12, 2021 3 min read
Regulatory News You Can Use: Briefing on cryptocurrency, the CFPB, and NY’s mortgage lending guidance

Regulatory News You Can Use: Briefing on cryptocurrency, the CFPB, and NY’s mortgage lending guidance

 Regulatory compliance update for banks, credit unions, and mortgage lenders.

Oct 7, 2021 2 min read
4 Top Cybersecurity Takeaways for Financial Institutions

4 Top Cybersecurity Takeaways for Financial Institutions

Four cybersecurity risk management tips for banks, credit unions, mortgage companies and fintechs.

Oct 6, 2021 2 min read
Ncontracts Brings Customers Together From Coast To Coast At Its Ngage User Conference In Nashville

Ncontracts Brings Customers Together From Coast To Coast At Its Ngage User Conference In Nashville

The conference represents the first chance for the company to interact in person with its customers and partners since the COVID pandemic began.

Sep 28, 2021 2 min read
We Asked 257 Compliance Officers How They Really Feel about the Industry. Here’s What they Told Us.

We Asked 257 Compliance Officers How They Really Feel about the Industry. Here’s What they Told Us.

Survey with CBANC uncovers future bank and credit union compliance officer challenges, risks, and wishes

Sep 23, 2021 1 min read
Risk, Reward and a 3,000-Foot Drop: Breaking Down the Risk in Free Solo

Risk, Reward and a 3,000-Foot Drop: Breaking Down the Risk in Free Solo

What can free solo rock climbing teach financial institutions about risk management? Find out in Michael Berman's new book, The Upside of Risk.

Sep 16, 2021 3 min read
 Is your FI Ready for the Next Disaster? Answer these 5 Questions to Find Out

 Is your FI Ready for the Next Disaster? Answer these 5 Questions to Find Out

Disaster Preparedness Month is a reminder for financial institutions to update their BCP, or business continuity plan.

Sep 14, 2021 3 min read
CFPB Moving Forward with Section 1071 Rulemaking: 5 Things Your FI Needs to Know to Prepare

CFPB Moving Forward with Section 1071 Rulemaking: 5 Things Your FI Needs to Know to Prepare

Insights into the HMDA for Small Business proposal from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).

Sep 9, 2021 5 min read
Ncontracts' Founder and CEO Michael Berman Publishes New Book, The Upside of Risk

Ncontracts' Founder and CEO Michael Berman Publishes New Book, The Upside of Risk

Company proud to announce founder and CEO publishes new book, The Upside of Risk: Turning Complex Burdens into Strategic Advantages for...

Sep 8, 2021 2 min read
Regulatory Brief for August 2021: Digital Banking Guidance & a Focus on Inclusion

Regulatory Brief for August 2021: Digital Banking Guidance & a Focus on Inclusion

Regulatory compliance highlights from August 2021 for banks, credit unions, and mortgage companies.

Sep 7, 2021 2 min read
Which Risk Manager Would You Hire? Ted Lasso Edition

Which Risk Manager Would You Hire? Ted Lasso Edition

What can Ted Lasso teach financial institutions about risk management? 

Sep 2, 2021 4 min read
Fintech Due Diligence: A Nearly Exhaustive List of Documents

Fintech Due Diligence: A Nearly Exhaustive List of Documents

Insights on fintech partnerships for financial institutions, based on the latest guidance from the Federal Reserve, FDIC, and the OCC.

Sep 1, 2021 4 min read
 Ask the Author: Where Does Risk Management Go Wrong?

 Ask the Author: Where Does Risk Management Go Wrong?

Strategic planning and risk management mistakes at financial institutions.

Aug 31, 2021 4 min read
Ncontracts Challenges the Gartner Vendor Management Magic Quadrant

Ncontracts Challenges the Gartner Vendor Management Magic Quadrant

Ncontracts remains fully focused on developing functionality for financial services customers across the US.

Aug 31, 2021 1 min read
Ncontracts Named to Gartner IT Vendor Risk Management Magic Quadrant

Ncontracts Named to Gartner IT Vendor Risk Management Magic Quadrant

Company recognized for its strong set of industry skills and a deep understanding of the regulatory requirements and trends of financial services.

Aug 31, 2021 2 min read
 Regulatory Trend Spotting: AI & Innovation

 Regulatory Trend Spotting: AI & Innovation

How is artificial intelligence regulation emerging and evolving?

Aug 25, 2021 2 min read
PPP Loan Audits: How to Proactively Address Regulatory and Litigation Risk

PPP Loan Audits: How to Proactively Address Regulatory and Litigation Risk

Assessing your PPP audit program to identify and address problems.

Aug 19, 2021 4 min read