(As Seen on CUInsight) - Credit unions have more technology options available than ever before. Digital banking platforms, faster payments, fraud prevention tools, artificial intelligence, automation, and data solutions all promise to improve efficiency and create a...
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Recap: 2026 Synergent Connect Conference
Aug 14, 2026 | Blog, Conference/Workshop, Core Processing, Education, Marketing, Partners, Payments, Synergent Updates, Technology
Portland, Maine (August 10-11, 2026) - The 2026 Synergent Connect Conference welcomed over 150 credit union professionals representing 48 credit unions from across the country to Portland, Maine, for two days of learning, conversation, and connection. Attendees...
More Than a Core: The Value of the Right Processing Partner
Aug 11, 2026 | Blog, Core Processing, Partners
A core processing partner should help enable growth, improve operations, strengthen the member experience, and create value throughout the organization. Just as importantly, that partner should be willing to roll up its sleeves and help solve problems when things do not go as planned. That is where the difference between a technology provider and a true partner becomes clear.
The Power of a Unified Voice: Why Cooperative Marketing Is a Competitive Advantage for Credit Unions
Jul 20, 2026 | Blog, Marketing, Partners
The financial services landscape has never been more crowded. Everywhere you look, a new building is being raised or a flashier ad is popping up on your television or in your social media feed. Consumers are inundated with advertising from national banks, local community banks, fintech companies, and online lenders who are all competing for their business, their attention, and their loyalty.
Beyond Processing | Core as a Strategic Enablement Platform
Jul 7, 2026 | Blog, Core Processing, Partners
For years, credit unions have viewed the core primarily as a transactional processing system—the operational engine responsible for maintaining accounts, posting transactions, balancing systems, and supporting daily member activity. While those functions remain...
Investing in People: Why Continuous Learning Is the Competitive Edge for Credit Unions
Apr 7, 2026 | Blog, Education, Partners
(As Seen on CUInsight) - Credit unions have long stood out in the financial services space for their commitment to community and people—members and employees alike. In an era defined by rapid technological change, evolving member expectations, and workforce shifts,...
3 Questions with Synergent’s Fred Barber as Seen on CUInsight
Mar 11, 2026 | Blog, Education, Fraud, Partners
Synergent's Fred Barber, Vice President of Solutions, was recently interviewed by Greg Michlig, CUInsight's President and CEO. He asked Barber three questions about evaluating and strengthening a credit union's core partnership. Barber discussed key trends in core...
From Insights to Impact: Data Strategies for Credit Unions and How a Core Partner Can Help
Feb 10, 2026 | Blog, Core Processing, Data Mining, Partners
(As Seen on CUInsight) - For credit unions, data isn’t just a technical asset; it’s a strategic growth engine. When used intentionally, data insights help credit unions understand their membership more deeply, design better products, create meaningful marketing, and...
Effective Cybersecurity – The CUInsight Network Podcast
Feb 9, 2026 | Blog, Partners, Security, Technology
Steve Torino, Chief Information Security Officer at Synergent, was recently featured on The CUInsight Network Podcast.“Cybersecurity really is just another risk. I think where we complicate it sometimes is in the language we use to talk about it.” - Steve Torino(As...
Strategic Planning
Jan 20, 2026 | Blog, Partners, Strategic Planning
Your credit union’s success depends on clear direction, yet the demands of day-to-day tasks often leave little room for long-term planning. Taking the time to define your credit union’s vision, brainstorm goals, and create a structured plan can set the stage for years...
Marketing the Credit Union Difference Across Generations Through Values, Purpose, and Belonging
Nov 18, 2025 | Blog, Marketing, Member Engagement, Partners
“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel” – Maya Angelou
We’re living in a time when consumers are flooded with messaging. Streaming services…
Cultivating Connection: How Strategic Engagement Strengthens Member Loyalty
Oct 21, 2025 | Blog, Marketing, Member Engagement, Partners
Every credit union possesses a unique advantage that well-funded fintechs and large banks find difficult to duplicate: a genuine, personal connection to members. Preserving this differentiation requires more than good intentions; it calls for a deliberate, data-driven…














