Financial Services

In the fast-paced realm of finance, the significance of regulatory risk and compliance management practices cannot be overstated. This blog post delves into the pivotal role these practices play in ensuring the stability and success of financial institutions and banks. By adopting a proactive stance and leveraging technological advancements, financial entities can navigate the regulatory […]

In recent years, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has significantly broadened its oversight, extending beyond major banks to address concerns in various industries, such as payday loan providers, credit reporting agencies, and most recently, the medical debt collection sector. The CFPB’s Dynamic Approach The CFPB’s modus operandi often involves proactively addressing potential issues through […]

In various press releases, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) has highlighted that an estimated $16.3 billion of the total cost incurred from the failures of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank was designated for safeguarding uninsured depositors. This financial strain emphasizes the critical need for effective regulatory oversight. Immediately following the Silicon Valley […]

There’s been a massive change of tone in the healthcare space over the last few years. What is it you might ask? Well, simple. Proactive healthcare choice. Let me explain. Traditionally, healthcare was reactive – when something went wrong, we would go to the doctor or seek medical treatment. Today, however, the tables have turned […]

This blog was co-authored by Carl Aridas and Joel Thimsen. In the dynamic environment of highly regulated industries like healthcare and financial services, leaders often balance competing goals to delight customers while cutting costs. This has challenged many organizations to better optimize and intelligently automate business processes and experiences. According to The Forrester Wave™: Process […]

In March 2020, the student loan forgiveness program was initiated, providing relief to many borrowers. However, in October 2023, loan payments resumed, presenting new financial challenges. While the temporary pause was beneficial, it left numerous individuals still grappling with the task of managing their additional financial obligations. Borrowers now confront the daunting prospect of resuming […]

With nearly three decades of experience directing commercial lending, corporate finance, and insurance for leading brands, Perficient’s Insurance Principal, Brian Bell, stands at the forefront of our financial services practice. In the increasingly competitive insurance landscape, organizations must strategically leverage digital transformation, and Brian excels at navigating this evolution to deliver maximum client value across […]

Nearly two decades ago (has it already been that long?), I successfully transitioned my career which was steeped in financial services to a sole focus on the insurance industry. Throughout this period, my experiences within the insurance sector have spanned finance, strategy, operations, and consulting services. I firmly believe that this industry serves a noble […]

In our previous article, “Transaction Accounts: Analyzing Deposit Stickiness in the Current Interest Rate Environment,” Perficient’s Financial Services Risk Management and Regulatory Capabilities Center of Excellence (CoE) explored the sharp decline in transaction account balances over an 18-month period. Now, we will delve into the stability of retail deposits from the same bank over the […]

Retail banks respond to the Federal Reserve’s short-term interest rate adjustments with corresponding changes in lending and deposit rates. However, in the current rising interest rate environment in the United States since 2022, loan rates have adapted more rapidly than deposit rates. Sir Isaac Newtown’s first law of motion, which states that an object in […]

Intelligent automation and generative AI can unlock tremendous value for financial services leaders who want to optimize experiences and reduce costs. Perficient was honored to participate in the inaugural Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) event hosted by Kofax. With more than 50 financial services and insurance professionals in attendance, this event showcased the industry’s […]

In today’s world, enterprises must put an emphasis on their cloud transformation, or they’ll be left behind. To have success, organizations must adopt cloud in concert with business vision to deliver digital initiatives and strategic goals. One of the leading drivers of digital transformation is application modernization and migration, but unfortunately, not everyone has the […]