CU*Answers, the 100% credit union-owned cooperative CUSO, is inviting credit union CEOs to become beta testers for its core platform, CU*BASE^®. At their Starting a Business Collaboration Workshop during the CEO Strategies event held in November, Randy Karnes, CEO CU*Answers, encouraged credit unions on the CU*BASE platform to take advantage of some of the newer Learn From a Peer analytical tools. In particular, the CD, Share, and Loan Rate Analysis Dashboards provide credit unions in the CU*Answers network a unique ability to compare their rates with other credit unions on the system.

The dashboards not only provide credit unions with ability to compare their credit union with others of comparable size or within the same region, but also provide contact information directly on screen to foster collaboration. CU*Answers added that the spirit of the industry is alive and well, and by speaking with one’s peers, all credit unions can learn from each other and grow.

CU*Answers added that they will also be offering credit unions special incentives to test new releases in advance of the official release date. Interested credit unions will work with quality control staff at the CUSO to ensure all new features and enhancements are ready for the rest of the network. In addition to potential financial incentives, participating credit unions will gain early access to release documentation, and dedicated support.