When considering a commercial loan underwriting software solution, it’s important to thoroughly vet the software to ensure it meets the needs of your institution. Here are some key factors to consider when vetting commercial loan underwriting software:

Functionality

Make sure the software has the features and capabilities that you need to effectively manage risk and streamline the loan origination process. This may include features like automated credit risk analysis, portfolio monitoring, and compliance management.

Integrations

Consider whether the software can integrate with other systems, such as accounting and CRM software, to more easily collect, organize, and analyze data from across the organization.

Scalability

Ensure that the software can scale to the size and volume of your institution and that it can handle the number of loans you process.

Compliance

Verify that the software is compliant with all relevant laws and regulations, such as the Community Reinvestment Act (CRA)

Support and Maintenance

Make sure that the software provider has a dedicated support team that can provide ongoing support and guidance to ensure you’re getting the most out of the software.

References

Speak to other banks or credit unions that have implemented the software, to get an idea about the software and its usability.

By considering these factors, you can be more confident in your decision to select the right commercial loan underwriting software solution for your institution.

It is important that the software fits the organization’s needs as well as being compliant with the laws and regulations, having a good support and maintenance, and also being a good fit in terms of integration with other systems in the organizatio