Julieann Thurlow

For many banks, the roadmap for modernization has been dictated by core vendors, conversion timelines, and large scale transformation projects. But that model is beginning to shift. By running legacy and modern systems in parallel, banks can regain control of their technology strategy. Instead of replacing the core all at once, institutions can choose which products, accounts, and capabilities move to new platforms and when. This approach allows banks to modernize incrementally while maintaining operational continuity and regulatory confidence. In this session, leaders from Mascoma Bank and fellow banking executives share how parallel architecture strategies are helping institutions evolve their technology stack while keeping control firmly within the bank.

Attendees Will Learn:

• Why core replacement no longer needs to be the first step in modernization
• How running cores in parallel enables controlled, product level migration
• How institutions can introduce new technology without disrupting operations
• How banks regain control of their technology roadmap instead of relying on vendor timelines