THE boost

SAN FRANCISCO–The coronavirus pandemic and work-from-home scenarios have quickly established a new maxim among American companies and credit unions–employees are just as productive, if not more so, when working from home. But is it true? One person is saying no, while also sharing five tips for boosting productivity.

MADISON, Wis.–While the coronavirus pandemic has put the brakes on car sales, one CU that has quickly changed lanes as it adjusts to consumers’ quickly changing attitudes toward car buying believes it is well poisoned when the pandemic ends.

NEW YORK–Newly released results of a survey conducted by the 12 Federal Reserve Banks offers key insights into what small businesses are reporting when it comes to their financing needs.

TAMPA, Fla.– While many consumers remain interested in electric vehicles (EV) but hesitate to make a purchase out of concern over logistical issues, a new survey by AAA finds 91% of those who have purchased an EV say they are happy with the decision.

SAN DIEGO—Credit unions are giving members tools to combat data breaches, but are members using them to the extent that’s needed?

CHARLOTTE, N.C.–Credit unions looking to better penetrate the Millennial market will want to pay attention to some new findings.

NEW YORK–It’s a mistake to view the coronavirus pandemic as a temporary halt in efforts to innovate, according to one person. In fact, says Stephen Shapiro, it’s the ideal time to be innovating, as the history of the ATM makes clear.

CHELSEA, Mich.—It’s time for credit unions to turn up their marketing and educational efforts around digital banking, according to one person, who said new data show many CUs are successfully converting long-time digital holdouts into electronic consumers. 

LONE TREE, Colo.–Canvas Credit Union has launched a “B.S. Free” campaign it says it designed to remind Coloradoans they can “eliminate financial jargon” from their interactions