The Tampa, Fla.-based credit union has grown substantially and wanted to maximize its core's capacity to serve its more than 641,000 members across 17 counties. Additionally, Suncoast develops many services internally, such as its online banking application. It needed a customizable and easily-integrated system for its unique technologies, and Episys met those needs.
Kevin D. Johnson, executive vice president and chief information officer at Suncoast, commented, "A driving force behind Suncoast's success is our dedication to meeting members' financial needs through favorable products and services. After extensive research, it became clear that Symitar is the leading candidate for any credit union that requires flexibility and connectivity in its IT infrastructure."

Maximizing efficiency is a primary mission for the credit union. Episys provides the flexibility to support the credit union's unique technologies and bolster its efficiencies for years to come. Johnson noted, "Symitar's users have expressed a feeling of corporate support and attention, a true partnership. I look forward to working closely with the company to provide input and direction on its technology roadmap and future integrations."

Ted Bilke, president of Symitar, said, "Suncoast Credit Union is a proven leader in member service and technology. I am pleased to welcome the credit union as a valuable addition to our client roster. Episys is the leading core platform for the nation's largest credit unions, proving its capacity to manage Suncoast's growth while integrating closely with its unique business plan."