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Why Data Management Projects Fail and What to Do to Avoid the Pitfalls

by Becky Simanowski, on 5/12/2020

As businesses embrace the use of data-driven processes to transform virtually every aspect of their operations, the integrity of that data and the data management infrastructure have come under closer scrutiny. Data is more abundant for businesses than ever before, but organizations are facing greater limitations in regard to data quality. According to Gartner, the […] Read More

How to Create an Application to Stay Compliant with the CARES Act

by Gordon Jones, on 5/7/2020

Between the reverberations of the stock market and the uncertainty of the scale and length of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, many businesses have been pushed close to their breaking points. Business owners have to constantly weigh the health and safety of their employees against complex pressures that come with making decisions that can help their […] Read More

4 Promises Rules Engine Technology Should Be Able to Deliver

by Becky Simanowski, on 5/5/2020

Whether you already have a business rules engine in use in your organization or you are just beginning to understand the value that it can add to your operations, it is important to remember what sets some business process management software solutions apart from others. Sure, there are a lot of different types of solutions […] Read More

Using Decisions for the CARES Act on Impairment Testing Requirements

by Gordon Jones, on 5/1/2020

It goes without saying that global and national financial markets have been rattled by volatility over the past several months due to the uncertainty caused by the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). In addition to the substantial impacts on public health and the strain on health services and local governments, the downstream effects of […] Read More

Must-Know Tips to Measure the ROI of Your Workflow Software

by Becky Simanowski, on 4/28/2020

If your business doesn’t already use workflow automation software to manage various projects and tasks taking place across the organization, it is easy to see the day-to-day benefit of adding this solution to your technology infrastructure. But a little added convenience isn’t enough to sell decision makers on the cost of adding a new piece […] Read More

The Benefits of Using a Rules Engine for Collection Management

by Beth Meyers, on 4/21/2020

Unpaid invoices and bills are part of the cost of doing business. But the scale of that cost is determined by the efficiency and efficacy of your collections strategy. The first step in managing these collections efforts is choosing the right infrastructure to organize these efforts. At first glance, outsourcing collections to a third party […] Read More

No-Code Workflow Applications for Higher Education

by Gordon Jones, on 4/15/2020

The business procedures in place in education are similar to any other type of organization. There are forms, processes, workflows, and data that people work with every day. Just like businesses in any other industry, those in higher education stand to benefit a great deal from streamlining and automating the different business processes and workflows […] Read More

How to Get the Most Out of Dynamic and Advanced Form Features

by Gordon Jones, on 4/14/2020

When choosing business process management software, many organizations look for a solution that is easy to use. They want an application that gives their end users a no-code interface to make creating automated workflows easy. However, just because some of these solutions are easy to use doesn’t mean they are not powerful. Although some organizations […] Read More

Process Management Trends You Can’t Afford to Ignore

by Becky Simanowski, on 4/8/2020

Business process management (BPM) has always been fenced in by the limitations of the latest technology. Even as new technologies such as automation and low-code development created new efficiencies and capabilities for organizations, the overall agility and flexibility that companies could achieve was fixed. But those technologies have made great strides in recent years, and […] Read More

How Intelligent Automation Is Improving the Mortgage Industry

by Gordon Jones, on 4/6/2020

Businesses in all industries are constantly looking to reduce operating costs. One way to do this is through a type of business process automation known as intelligent automation. What intelligent automation does is take repetitive, routine tasks that humans would typically do and apply machine learning technology to the process automation. This allows the intelligent […] Read More

Learn How to Leverage Decisions Software for the Lending Industry

by Becky Simanowski, on 3/31/2020

Legacy banking and lending technologies continue to plague the bottom lines of financial institutions resisting digital transformation. In many cases, inefficient or limited financial technology is placing a cap on the loan volumes lenders are able to handle, while also creating additional operational costs that could be easily addressed through modern solutions. Research suggests that […] Read More

Decisioning Software as a Financial Services Case Management Solution

by Gordon Jones, on 3/30/2020

Although many simple finance and lending-related processes may be easily managed with straightforward workflows, this industry often wrestles with complex tasks and highly variable processes that require case-by-case consideration and management. Situational challenges, including the amount of unstructured data financial institutions may collect as part of financial processes, create unique obstacles for efficient internal operations. […] Read More

How to Achieve a Successful Implementation of Business Process Management (BPM) Software

by Becky Simanowski, on 3/26/2020

If your organization has made the decision to implement a business process management software solution, you are likely well aware of the many benefits you stand to gain from such a project. However, as with any software implementation, there is always the possibility of something going wrong. In fact, the implementation of enterprise software is […] Read More

What You Need to Know About Integrating with LOS and LMS Software

by Gordon Jones, on 3/23/2020

Banks and lending institutions are expanding their financial products to include lending solutions and terms that can be customized to the individual borrower. This is a response to the ever-expanding ways consumers and businesses are seeking to borrow money for specialized products, but these institutions are hitting roadblocks when it comes to their current lending […] Read More

Top Tips for Using a Business Rules Management System for Loan Origination

by Gordon Jones, on 3/18/2020

In finance and lending, policies and regulations inevitably govern how processes work. An effective rules management system can help these processes flow more smoothly, particularly with loan origination. Automated rules deliver a range of benefits for lenders, including: Increased efficiency Streamlined implementation of rules, regulations, and policies Less reliance on IT teams Fewer repetitive tasks […] Read More

Understanding the Basics of a Business Rules Engine

by Gordon Jones, on 3/10/2020

Whether you’re aware of it or not, rules provide necessary logic and structure to any business. These rules define the job responsibilities for each of your workers, establish expectations for workplace behavior, and offer guidance for a wide range of operational procedures that take place every day at your company. Business rules make it possible […] Read More