Flagstar Bank selects Fixact from Fiserv for core upgrade

Flagstar Bank is upgrading its underlying technology by switching to the Finxact cloud-native core platform from Fiserv. While this sounds like back-office banking news, it has direct implications for any merchant or retailer using Flagstar for consumer lending or credit programs. Modernizing a bank's 'core' is like replacing the engine of a car while it is driving; it allows the lender to process transactions faster and launch new financial products with much less friction. For business owners, this move signals that Flagstar is positioning itself to be more competitive in the digital age. Older banking systems often struggle to integrate with modern retail APIs or offer real-time financing approvals. By moving to a cloud-native system, Flagstar will be better equipped to support seamless point-of-sale financing, faster funding times for merchants, and more flexible loan terms. This upgrade is specifically designed to help the bank scale its national footprint, which likely means more aggressive lending across various retail sectors. Expect to see improved digital interfaces and potentially more integrated financing widgets for your e-commerce or showroom floors as this rollout completes.

Source: Finextra — Lending

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