Pub. 1 2021 Issue 1

February 2021 | 33 Todd Nielsen is an executive, writer, and speaker. He currently leads strategy execution initiatives at JMARK Business Solution, Inc. His 20+ years of diverse experience dealing with rapidly changing markets and technologies has made him a strong leader and business advisor. Todd can be reached at tnielsen@jmark.com or 417.837.4875. remote workforce. They had equipped themselves with policies, processes, software, and technology that allowed them to col- laborate and operate securely in a distributed fashion. The purpose of a backup and disaster recovery plan goes beyond helping to mitigate the effects of an actual disaster; they are in place for all kinds of incidents, from a sudden power outage to a data breach to a tornado. Beyond that, a good backup and disaster recovery plan will guide strategy and help with selecting software and hardware resources. It will also guide your policies and pro- cesses, not just during an incident but well before. A good backup and disaster recovery plan or continuity plan is like excellent security; it allows you to maintain forward momentum when there is no room for setbacks. Prepare for the Futurewith theBest Ally by Your Side With technology being so critical for banking and business success, banks need to have the best possible partners by their side to sup- plement their workforce. A great technology partner understands the banking industry, and they are proven experts in I.T. security. The right partner will listen to your goals, learn about your technol- ogy pain-points, and guide you toward success with appropriate technology strategies. The right partner will have the credentials, history, and testimonials frommany other banks. The right technology partner protects you and makes you aware of shortcomings in your technology, and will help you overcome those weaknesses. Summary As we move into more uncertainty in the coming months, I hope you can embrace the benefits that technology can bring to your business and life. Times are changing, but technology is the single most significant factor to help a bank adapt, overcome, and succeed no matter what is thrown at it. If you'd like to learn how JMARK can help your bank reduce its risks, increase its profits, and decrease its expenses with technology, let’s talk! ■ ONE LAST THING ... Did you know that you can enjoy your association news anytime, anywhere? The new online article build outs allow you to: • Stay up to date with the latest association news • Share your favorite articles to social channels • Email articles to a friends or collegues There is still a flipping book for those of you that prefer swiping and a downloadable PDF. Scan the QR code or visit: the-show-me-banker.thenewslinkgroup.org Check it out!