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Top 3 Fallacies About Cash Automation Middleware

The adoption of cash automation technology, specifically teller cash recyclers, has continued to grow in the US. There are new players coming to market and the perennial powers are struggling to maintain dominant market share. With the wide variety...

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I Need to Improve ATM Up-time & Maintenance

“I’m at an impasse with our ATMs. I need to improve our ATM uptime and simplify the way we maintain and service them. We currently have multiple...

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What’s the Best Way to Handle Cash in My Subway Franchise?

With over 3 decades of retail experience, I have found that the single most underappreciated aspect of running a retail business is controlling your...

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The Benefits of ATM Managed Services

Let’s face it, managing ATMs can be challenging. It’s tough keeping up with repairs, technology advancements, and compliance, all while trying to...

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Do You Have a $10,000 Staffing Problem?

One of the biggest challenges financial institutions face is executing teller transactions most effectively.. This may involve anything from...

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Branch Transformation: Crafting Meaningful Experiences with The MacLean Group

We recently sat down with Suzanne Arno of the Maclean Group to get her perspective on branch transformation and how to align staffing and technology...

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Do You Speak the Service Language of Your Customer?

"The more things change, the more they stay the same". That is one of my favorite quotes. I think it's because it speaks more to the heart of human...

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The Arca CM-18 Solo Cash Recycler: An Industry Insider’s Viewpoint

Personally, I have a lot of respect for what Arca has been able to build. A relatively unknown player in the market just 10 years ago, the company...

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A Brief Guide to a Successful Cash Automation Installation

So you have made the smart decision to invest in cash automation and are now directing your thoughts towards the installation. Installs can be scary....

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Creating a Great Branch Experience with Suzanne Arno - The Maclean Group

Automation Avenue 013 – Creating a Great Branch Experience with Suzanne Arno - The Maclean Group In this podcast we dive into the key factors of...

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Vendor or Partner? What a Real Commitment to Service Looks Like

A Blueprint for Becoming a Trusted Partner It seems that when companies tout their commitment to service, it comes across as more of a marketing...

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How Remote Services Capabilities Can Increase Up-Time

Picture this. It is a holiday weekend and two of your ATMs are down. You don’t have weekend support included in your service contract. If you do...

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5 Myths of Partnering with a Large ATM & Automation Company

Through our consultations with companies both large and small, we see how our larger competitors create an image of themselves as one of strength,...

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What You Missed from Our Cash Recycler Webinar

We had a great group join us on our recent webinar to learn about the operational improvements that can be realized by utilizing cash automation and...

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The 7 Things You Need to Know Before an ATM Installation

“A man who does not plan long ahead will find trouble at his door.” - Confucius These are wise words that apply to so many facets of life....

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How Technology is Impacting the Branch Cash Eco-System

Financial institutions are constantly assessing their branches in an effort to get more efficient. They are evaluating staffing models and looking at...

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How Do I Get My Head Teller Back?

One of the most common challenges our financial clients face is the workload of the head teller, teller supervisor or vault teller. The individuals...

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Using Cash Automation to Solve Dual Control Challenges

All tellers, no matter how wonderful or trustworthy they may be, are subject to stresses outside the workplace that can cloud judgment and cause them...

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Are Video ATMs the Best Use of Video for Financial Institutions?

My thoughts on using video through the ATM channel have been validated by some of the largest banks in the US and now the question becomes whether...

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4 Best Investments to Improve Branch Operations

As they look to allocate funds, many financial institutions are structuring their budgets to include investments that will improve their business....

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Product Comparison: The Hyosung MoniSafe 500 vs. The ARCA CM18

It is interesting to look at these two cash recyclers side by side because, for me, it’s like comparing apples to oranges. While the CM18 is a good...

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Comparing the Glory RBG-100 & Nautilus Hyosung MS500 Cash Recyclers

Not all cash recyclers are made or operate the same, but there are definitely some dominant market leaders when it comes to quality and strength of...

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