Remember when Y2K seemed years away and one could only imagine what new trends and technologies we would face?  And here it is, the second week of 2007.   Things may not be as advanced as we earlier imagined, but times have changed and so has the market in which credit unions compete. 

Here at Callahan we are constantly trying to provide context for recent trends, as well as identifying future opportunities.  This week we cover issues new in this century. We'll discuss bill pay, the new face of old stand-bys like branching, and uncover trends in share certificates that may go against conventional wisdom.

I'm sure you will find these articles insightful as you develop strategies to help your credit union succeed in 2007.

Annie Sebastian

A new year brings an opportunity to evaluate staffing questions at your credit union. What will 2007 bring for trends in staffing needs?

Our HR Director Leigh Anne Terry shares some thoughts on filling staffing needs and hopes you will discuss your own experiences on a new interactive channel, NextCU.com.