Articles For Tag "preparedness"

  • Steer Clear of Travel Scams

    posted on Monday, March 13, 2023

    Spring break is a popular time to travel. But if a scammer or a shady company is behind the wheel your dream trip may leave you grounded. Learn how to detour around these roadblocks to make sure your trip is smooth sailing.

  • Crime doesn't take a holiday. Don't let it ruin yours. Secure your data.

    posted by Stephan Thomasee on Wednesday, July 1, 2020

    While travel to new places may have slowed due to the pandemic, crime's never on a holiday. To protect yourself while traveling on vacation or enjoying a staycation, take a few simple but effective precautions.

  • SHAZAM keeps payments humming despite COVID-19

    posted on Wednesday, April 15, 2020

    SHAZAM is consistently one of the fastest and most reliable authorization networks in the industry, as ranked by Mastercard and Visa. COVID-19 has not changed any of that, although card activity has shifted significantly from point-of-sale transactions to online transactions from home computers and smartphones. SHAZAM offers some insight into card usage trends in an interview with the Des Moines Business Record.

  • We are here for you!

    posted on Monday, March 16, 2020

    In the SHAZAM offices, we're taking care of each other so we can take care of you – our valued clients and partners. In light of recent developments with COVID-19, SHAZAM has taken steps to ensure we're prepared to serve you without disruption.

  • 2020 SHAZAM Forum canceled

    posted on Thursday, March 12, 2020

    SHAZAM has been closely monitoring the COVID-19 situation that's been continuing to grow over recent weeks. After careful consideration of information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), national leaders and feedback from those involved with the event, we've made the difficult decision to cancel the 2020 SHAZAM Forum.

  • Get involved in your community's preparedness

    posted by Amanda Holmgaard on Wednesday, September 18, 2019

    Hurricanes, flash floods, wildfires, tornadoes. From coast to coast disasters vary, but in the aftermath the needs are the same: Food, shelter and money. Take time to review your business continuity plan during September's National Preparedness Month.

  • Crisis preparedness is more than a written plan

    posted by Patrick Dix on Friday, June 21, 2019

    Situations happen daily that impact the operation and reputation of your financial institution. Take time now to prepare and practice your crisis plan — before disaster occurs.

  • Practice safe social media practices to protect yourself and your business

    posted by Ben Hayden on Wednesday, June 12, 2019

    Did you know employee social media accounts may impact your financial institution's security? Share these tips to guide social media activity to help protect their personal information and that of your institution.