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5 Reasons to Consider ATM Outsourcing

ATMs are not a luxury item for financial institutions. They must have high performing ATMs in locations that consumers can easily access. Add in the...

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What Does Deposit Automation Cost?

Looking to deploy deposit automation? Then you will want to read on to learn about the costs of installing and running deposit automation ATMs. There...

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3 Things to Consider When Buying (or Replacing) an ATM

Your branch or drive up ATM is past its prime and needs replacing. Or, you are building a new branch or establishing a presence in a new market and...

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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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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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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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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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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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The Business Case for Investing in a Software Maintenance Subscription

The world we live and work in today is fueled and maintained by countless software applications. From the devices we use in our homes to the tools...

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Implementing ATM Deposit Automation From Start to Finish

Background: ATM and Deposit Processing Then and Now The steady growth of deposit automation since the early 2000s -- also known as Check 21, no...

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Universal Tellers: Pros, Cons and Best Practices for Your Team

Automation Avenue Episode 12 - Universal Tellers: Pros, Cons and Best Practices for Your Team This podcast discusses the reasons why you should...

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Deposit Automation and Video ATMs: An Honest Review

Technology has revolutionized the banking industry, leaving financial institutions wondering which advancements make sense for their unique needs....

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Will Card Skimming Affect Your ATM?

Recently some high level Financial Institution CEO’s were interviewed on one of the major financial network morning news programs. One of the leading...

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Should I Lease My New Banking Technology Instead Of Buying It?

In conversations with many of our existing as well as prospective customers, they indicate a common theme in the desire to continue to drive...

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3 Keys to Successfully Deploying Deposit Automation at the ATM

You’ve just learned that one of your key competitors has been acquired and are bringing their ATMs near you. You have ‘Big Banks’ already in your...

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The Branding Standard For ATM Screens

Have you ever noticed those pretty images on the screen of the ATM you are using? Whether you work for the bank or are a customer, I think we can all...

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Deposit Automation vs. Video ATM Technology

Automation Avenue Episode 11 - Deposit Automation vs. Video ATM Technology In this podcast episode we talk about how to use deposit automation to...

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Deposit Automation versus Video ATM

Today’s financial institutions are constantly challenged to continually identify and adapt their growth strategy while increasing efficiency. With...

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An Honest Review of the Nautilus Hyosung 7600i Island Drive-Up ATM

The island drive up ATM has become a very popular ATM model, especially here in the south where we live in a drive up world. This article is designed...

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An Honest Review of the NCR  38 Island Drive-Up ATM

In today’s marketplace, an ever increasing number of financial institutions are seeing branch traffic trending down, placing more and more importance...

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An Honest Review of the Diebold Opteva 750 Island Drive Up ATM

In today’s market, there is a high demand placed on technology products. When it comes to handling cash, financial institutions want to make sure...

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How Nautilus Hyosung is Building Excitement Around Innovation

Do you remember that feeling you get on Christmas morning? The feeling of when a new product arrives that you have been salivating over for months....

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