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Why Check Fraud Still Matters to NACM Members: Lessons from a Federal Case Every Credit Department Should Know

Think check fraud is a thing of the past? Think again.

As fraudsters become more sophisticated, businesses remain prime targets for stolen, altered and counterfeit checks. This white paper, in partnership with United TranzActions, explores a recent federal case that highlights the real-world impact of check fraud and what it means for today’s credit professionals. It also outlines common red flags, prevention strategies and payment solutions that can help organizations reduce risk before fraud turns into financial loss.


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May 2024
This white paper, in partnership with Handle, aims to demystify the role of AI and data analytics in credit management for professionals in the field. It seeks to provide a clear understanding of AI’s fundamentals, its applications in credit and finance, and the critical importance of data in powering these technologies.  Our objective is to equip credit professionals with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of AI, leverage its capabilities for their operations, and harness the potential of their data to drive innovation and competitive advantage.

May 2024
B2B credit management is subject to constant change. With each year comes new tools, trends, and best practices that reshape the trade credit landscape. This white paper, in partnership with Nuvo, uncovers how credit managers are achieving their goals today, how that is different from their approach yesterday, and how they plan to accomplish their jobs in the future. Here we share the modern strategies that credit managers use to complete their core responsibilities and create value for their organizations.

August 2023
The B2B credit landscape is set to evolve, ushering in an era of smarter, more agile and data-informed credit operations. By integrating automated tools, credit departments can better serve their organizations, customers and stakeholders. Download NACM’s latest white paper in partnership with BlackLine, The State of Accounts Receivable Automation 2023, to discover current technology trends and what the future may hold for the credit department. Other key findings include: Most credit departments (82%) have only one to four team members involved in cash application Nearly half of…

July 2023
Credit managers are the professional investigators of the financial world. Just like detectives, they meticulously gather data from various sources, such as credit reports, financial statements, and bank references, piecing together the financial puzzle. Download NACM’s latest white paper in partnership with Thomson Reuters Confirmation, Unlocking Financial Trust: The Role of Bank References in Establishing Creditworthiness, to learn how bank references are imperative in the credit investigation. Other key findings include: 27% of companies lose more than $1M in revenue each year du…

April 2023
On average, 35% of projects experience at least one major change, according to an Independent Project Analysis Group study. Despite being commonplace, they create some of the biggest headaches for subcontractors and material suppliers. Download the NACM Expert Credit Brief, Maximizing Your Leverage When Discussing Change Orders, to learn more about how to put yourself in the best position to avoid conflicts and get paid on time. The white paper powered by NACM Thought Leaders covers: Types of change orders What a change order should contain Common problems regarding change ord…

April 2023
In the credit industry, there is rarely a clear right or wrong approach to any given situation. Credit professionals are tasked with using their best judgment to find solutions to complex problems. This makes measuring credit department performance both challenging and necessary. Download the NACM Expert Credit Brief, Beyond the Numbers: The Art of Measuring Modern Credit Department Performance, to explore the wide range of formulas that exist to measure the ever-expanding list of tasks that fall under the responsibility of credit managers. Key findings in this white paper pow…

December 2022
Every company’s success starts with its people. But as the economy tightens, collection activity naturally increases and staffing in the credit department rarely matches the demands of maintaining collection efforts. Give your existing collectors every opportunity for success by assigning workload in a way that allows your team to divide and conquer collection activity. Download the NACM Expert Credit Brief, Guidelines for Assigning Collector Workload, to learn more about the different types of automation and how to persuade upper management of the benefits. The white paper powered…

October 2022
Business-to-business (B2B) credit professionals are expected to do more with less in today’s world, but automation can bridge the gap. Yet, most credit departments use automation in only 25% or less of their processes, according to an eNews poll. One difference between those departments in the infancy stage of automation and those in the advanced stage is the credit department’s ability to build a solid argument that appeals to upper management. Download the NACM Expert Credit Brief, Build Your Case for Automation, to learn more about the different types of automation and how to persu…