TAMPA, FL (April 4, 2011) – Card Services for Credit Unions® is pleased to announce that Motorola Employees Credit Union (MECU) is now offering its members a full suite of mobile banking services, including Downloadable Apps for the iPhone, Android and BlackBerry, SMS Text Banking and a universal Mobile Browser App, through a partnership with Card Services for Credit Unions® and MShift, Inc.
“Just as technology is rapidly expanding, so are our members’ financial services needs,” stated John Fiore, President/CEO of MECU. “We’re very pleased to be able to deliver this mobile banking solution and provide members the information they need anytime, anywhere.”
“Card Services for Credit Unions® is committed to providing more than 3,000 member credit unions with the latest industry trends and services that keep them on the leading edge,” said Robert Hackney, president of Card Services for Credit Unions®. “As a part of that commitment, Card Services for Credit Unions® has partnered with MShift to leverage their exclusive patented technology to bring member credit unions a holistic solution that’s carrier and content agnostic. In addition, by leveraging this new strategic partnership and Card Services for Credit Unions®’s pooled volumes, member credit unions are eligible for significant savings and superior value.”
“MShift is committed to providing Card Services for Credit Unions® members comprehensive mobile solutions that can be integrated -- quickly, inexpensively and flexibly,” stated Scott Moeller, CEO of MShift.
Card Services for Credit Unions®/MShift Mobile Banking line up is expanding to add Mobile Deposit. Mobile Deposit will be available soon to all Card Services for Credit Unions® members that have Card Services for Credit Unions®/MShift Downloadable Apps for the iPhone and/or Android.
For more information on Card Services for Credit Unions® and MShift’s Mobile Banking solution, credit unions can visit www.CSCU.net/Mobile.
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More than 3,000 member credit unions trust Card Services for Credit Unions® with their credit and debit card portfolios. Card Services for Credit Unions® gives credit unions access to the latest industry trends, responsive service and complete card processing solutions. As the nation's largest card processing association, Card Services for Credit Unions® is a trusted partner for insight, education and proven tools that grow and strengthen credit unions.
About MShift
MShift, Inc., a privately held corporation, is a pioneer and the leading provider of mobile platform technology and services for the Banking industry. Deploying its first customer in 2001, MShift now powers more than 200 US Mobile Banking applications including 2 of the top 10 banks and more than 2/3rd of the top 50 credit unions, which have deployed mobile banking for their members. MShift solutions allow financial institutions to offer their customers a full range of mobile financial services via Internet, SMS banking, and downloadable applications. Proven security, rapid deployment and competitive pricing are among the reasons a growing number of Financial Institutions choose MShift Mobile Banking. For more information, contact www.MShift.com
About MECU
MECU is a not-for-profit, member-owned credit union whose principal mission is to make the lives of its nearly 39,000 members considerably easier, and significantly more rewarding. Backed by the strength and stability of $730 million in assets, MECU embraces a 70-plus year tradition of doing the right thing for members – a practice that goes beyond offering the finest financial products and services. The core principle of “Putting you first” reflects the unwavering commitment to demonstrate uncommon courtesy, respect and integrity in each interaction with every member of MECU. To learn more, visit www.mecunet.org or call toll-free at 877-270-6392.