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ISO 20022 update <--and--> Retirement of the Fedwire Funds Offline Service
ISO 20022 update <--and--> Retirement of the Fedwire Funds Offline Service
ISO 20022 UPDATE
Bankers’ Bank of The West, our platform provider for BRIDGE, is well on its way to being prepared for the ISO 20022 wire transfer format changes.
By clicking on the tabs, you will be redirected to the resources provided by the Federal Reserve, which we do not represent or are directly affiliated with. We are simply providing access and visibility to their resources.
If you have any questions, you can also click on the Contact Us tab to contact one of our wire’s specialists, who are happy to assist you.
RETIREMENT OF THE FEDWIRE FUNDS OFFLINE SERVICE
Effective December 31, 2024, the telephone-based Fedwire Funds Offline Service will be retired at 6:30 PM ET, which is normal closing time for Offline Transactions.
By clicking on the tabs, you will be redirected to the resources provided by the Federal Reserve, which we do not represent or are directly affiliated with. We are simply providing access and visibility to their resources.
If you have any questions, you can also click on the Contact Us tab to contact one of our wire’s specialists, who are happy to assist you.
David Melton has accumulated 30 years of operational and customer service experience in banking. He was hired by Bankers’ Bank of the West as VP–Wire & Fed Funds Transfer.
David’s core responsibilities are managing daily operations of the wire and funds transfer area as well as performing customer support functions for BBW’s respondent bank customers. Please reach out to us for any questions regarding wires, we are happy to assist in any way we can!
Our Services
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Federal Funds and Sweeps
To maximize efficiency, capacity, and security, your institution needs to be able to rely on a partner with extensive experience in handling Federal Funds transactions as both principal and agent. With Bankers’ Bank of the West, you can also count on securing the most favorable overnight rates.
Conveniently manage your bank’s liquidity needs and boost your earnings potential. Make automatic transfers to and from BBW’s Federal Funds pool with our Sweep accounts.
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International Services
When you have community roots and a global outlook, you need essential international services that are convenient, reliable, and affordable. You can depend on Bankers’ Bank of the West for all your cross-border banking needs such as wire transfers, check and currency deposits, check collections, currency & drafts, and letters of credit.
See how we cover Secure and rapid electronic conveyance, have more than 90 currencies available and much more!
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Cash Letter
With a complete array of cash management services from Bankers’ Bank of the West, your financial institution can gain a competitive edge with exceptional savings, convenience, and service.
Some of the advantages you will benefit from include: saving on the expense of FedLine Advantage® with BRIDGE, ensuring secure delivery of forward, receipt, and return files, and much more!
Leaders in Payments
Committed to educating our community and customers
If you were to go on a wild safari, would you be comfortable risking your safety by using a rookie guide, or would you choose one that has seen every path, change, danger for over 15 years? This question applies to many aspects of this world, even the financial industry.
Debbie Wendt, SVP and Chief Payments Officer, is in charge of BBW’s federal funds, wires, international operations, and more. Cumulating over 20 years of knowledge, high level expertise and troubleshooting know-how. This is the navigator and guide you want on your journey, such as the biggest one we are all facing right now…Instant Payments.
One of her acknowledgments for her excellent involvement in the payment arena was presented to her by Wespay, the Russell L. Fenwick Award for Payment System leadership. Click the video to watch more on Debbie’s accomplishment.
The best part is she loves answering your questions and leaving you feeling like you are in good hands. Click the “email Debbie here!” button to reach out to her regarding any question you may have, including those related to FedNow.
“FedNow is not the first new service or platform launch I have experienced. I have worked through many since starting with BBW in 2000. Just like those changes in the past, we are prepared, we are cultivating solutions that fit your community banks capabilities and needs, all while ensuring an effective and safe transition.”
Debbie Wendt - SVP and Chief Payments Officer
Bankers’ Bank of the West