Through hands-on volunteerism and support for local organizations, the Shields team is helping address immediate needs while investing in stronger communities for the future. From preparing and distributing hundreds of meals at Cathedral Kitchen to sponsoring a fundraiser supporting children’s health and life services, Shields Business Solutions is finding hands-on ways to give back to … Read more
The end of Microsoft’s Windows 10 Extended Security Updates program is approaching. Learn how to evaluate your ATM fleet, understand your upgrade options, and reduce cybersecurity and compliance risks before support ends. Is your ATM fleet running on Windows 11 yet? Microsoft’s Extended Security Updates (ESU) program for Windows 10 will eventually end, increasing cybersecurity … Read more
Historically, ATM security efforts focused on preventing physical threats such as theft and vandalism. However, as ATM technology has become more connected and sophisticated, criminals are targeting ATMs through software, operating systems, and network vulnerabilities. Financial institutions now face far greater risks from sophisticated cyber threats targeting ATM hardware, software, and communications. From malware … Read more
If your financial institution still relies on tellers to replenish in-branch ATMs, you’re opening yourself up to workflow disruptions, avoidable security risks, and productivity losses that can quietly impact your staff and customers. A smarter, safer, and more efficient strategy? Outsource ATM replenishment to a trusted cash management partner so you can stay focused on … Read more
Why Smart Safes Are Becoming a Must for Modern Cash Management Even as digital payments grow, many businesses still rely on cash. Retail stores, convenience stores, restaurants, and other cash-heavy operations spend significant time on error-prone tasks such as counting deposits, reconciling drawers, and transporting funds. For banks serving these businesses, helping streamline cash management … Read more
MOORESTOWN, N.J., Jan. 8, 2026 – Shields Business Solutions, the largest independent Cash-In-Transit (CIT) provider and a leading ATM/ITM technology partner in the tri-state region, is expanding into central Pennsylvania with the opening of a new operations facility. This milestone builds on Shields’ 55-year legacy of secure, reliable, and customer-focused performance. With a 99% delivery … Read more
Cash isn’t just at risk while it’s on the road. It’s also exposed at every step, from counting and loading to handoffs and data management. The right provider builds security into every part of the process, not just the transport itself.
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In a world of 24/7 expectations and digital payment competition, even brief downtime can have major consequences. The good news? With the right strategy and partner, you can keep your ATM network running smoothly.
Starting in 2026, the U.S. Mint will no longer make the penny. The end of the penny will impact individual consumers and businesses, but perhaps its greatest impact will be on financial institutions across the Northeast and the rest of the country.
Bank security used to be simple. A solid steel vault, a reliable lock, and an armed guard were once all that was used to keep cash and valuables protected. Fast forward to today, and the landscape looks very different. Banks and credit unions now operate in a world where security threats are as likely to … Read more
