Electronic Signatures in Banking Enabling the Paperless Bank

Overview

US banks and lenders are challenged with the need to increase revenue while improving the effectiveness and efficiency of their processes in the face of increased regulatory and compliance demands exacerbated by the recent sub prime and credit crises. Electronic signature solutions enhance the customer experience, whether it is face to face, through a call center or via the Web, and significantly reduce the time required for account openings and applications creating more time available for up-cross selling while delivering significant reductions in the life cycle cost of managing mission critical documents and providing immediate access to electronic content thereby significantly reducing back office costs.

On Thursday, May 15, 2008, targeted to banks and lenders seeking expert advice on market drivers, and deployments and benefits of electronic signature solutions, Ellen Carney, industry-leading Senior Analyst, Forrester Research, author of upcoming research entitled “Industry Essentials: US Retail Banking” and Russ Davis, CIC’s Chief Technology Officer, will host a web presentation outlining the findings of this latest report and provide attendees with valuable insight into:

• Focused Adoption – Top applications for eSignatures that help banks surmount competitive pressures, tightening credit markets, and portfolio instability

• Going for Great – Taking wallet share to the next level

• Bridging Silos – Understanding your requirements and solution options

• Compressing the Business Cycle – Closing business in a fraction of the time

• Compliance – Standards and regulations in the banking industry

• Green Strategy – Get a practical perspective on how this technology can support emerging solutions and green initiatives that promote environmentally responsible practices

Presenter Biographies

Ellen M. Carney is a Senior Analyst at Forrester and is a frequent speaker at industry events. Ms. Carney is regularly cited in publications such as the Wall Street Journal and Investor’s Business Daily. With nearly 20 years experience, she has delivered technical and professional services to clients in a variety of industries and markets, and is recognized for her expertise in the area of IT service business strategy to Global 100 clients in financial services.

Russ Davis, Chief Technology Officer, Communication Intelligence Corporation, oversees industry marketing and technology strategy for the company. With more than 20 years' experience, he is a recognized expert on enterprise solutions for the application and compliance of electronic signatures and frequently presents on these topics. Mr. Davis also represents CIC in industry associations and standards committees related to financial services, insurance and government.