Building the Knowledge Behind Every Card
A successful card program does not start when the finished card reaches the cardholder. It starts much earlier, with the decisions made throughout the manufacturing process. Material selection,…
New Blogs Now Live on ICMA.com
Explore the latest insights from ICMA members who are leading conversations on the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the global card industry. From expert analysis on trade policies…
Five Principles Shaping Card Design
By Megan Anthony, ACE-M, ACE-P, President, Board of Directors Our members and industry experts play an essential role in shaping card design across payment, access, identification, gift and novelty applications. Innovation in…
ACE Sets the Standard for Card Industry Knowledge
As the card industry continues to evolve, technical knowledge and proven expertise have never been more important. ICMA’s Advanced Card Education (ACE) program remains a leading professional development resource for card industry…
From Detection to Prevention: AI-Augmented FMEA for Dual-Interface CardProduction
By Siva Ravi, Director of Operational Excellence, Marketing Card Technology LLC Problem Definition T-Connect dual-interface card manufacturing operates within extremely tight tolerances, were small variations in materials, machine settings, environmental conditions, or…
Save the Date for the 2027 ICMA EXPO in Tampa
Mark your calendar for the 2027 ICMA EXPO, taking place May 16–19, 2027, at the Hilton Tampa Downtown in Tampa, Florida. As the epicenter of the global card…
Flat Cards Offer Issuers More Than a Modern Look
By Jennifer Kohlhepp, Managing Editor, ICMA The shift from embossed to flat cards is no longer just a design trend. Across the global card industry, flat cards are…
Members on the Move
Fiserv Names New CEO Fiserv has appointed Takis Georgakopoulos as CEO and board member, succeeding Mike Lyons, who stepped down to return to banking as CEO of Truist Financial…
Metal Cards Move Beyond the Premium Tier
By Jennifer Kohlhepp, Managing Editor, ICMA Metal cards have long carried an unmistakable message. They signal premium status, exclusive access and a high-value customer relationship. Traditionally reserved for elite banking products…
New Member
Ellams Products Ltd. Kenya Kandadi Reddy ellams.co.ke Ellams produces cards for a wide range of applications, including banking, telecom, smart cards, contactless cards, identification, retail, loyalty and direct mail. Based in Nairobi,…