Credit bureaus not enough? Try these alternatives
Credit bureaus are supposed to be the backbone of the lending process, yet they often fall short. Let’s explore three other alternatives
How do lenders handle failed direct debit attempts?
This article walks through how lenders actually handle failed direct debit attempts in practice. It focuses on what finance and operations teams need to understand, from root causes and notifications to retries, customer communication, dispute handling, and compliance considerations
The possible upsides of making GSI the go-to loan repayment method
As lenders look for more reliable ways to recover loans, the Global Standing Instruction (GSI) framework presents a compelling repayment option. By allowing repayments to be recovered across a borrower’s bank accounts when obligations are due, GSI can reduce missed payments, improve collections efficiency, and strengthen lender confidence. For borrowers, it may also create access to better credit terms where repayment risk is lower. If adopted more widely, GSI could reshape repayment behavior and improve discipline across the lending ecosystem.