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The mobile platform integrates with advisor services, enabling members to schedule appointments, conduct video conferences, or connect directly with support staff through the application.

This integration maintains the personal connection valued by co-operative members while providing digital convenience.

How AI virtual assistant Alvie enhances financial empowerment Banks and financial institutions are increasingly using AI to spot fraud, process transactions and provide customer service.

Many have deployed chatbots or automated alerts, while some process transaction data to generate product recommendations, but few integrate AI directly into financial guidance.

Desjardins has taken a different path with Alvie, a virtual assistant that analyses spending patterns to provide financial advice.

The system spots potential issues before they arise and suggests ways for members to improve their financial position.

“ Alvie helps guide members in their day-to-day finances,” says Nathalie.“ It monitors cash flows, alerts members to unusual transactions and supports them in creating and maintaining monthly budgets.”

Alvie combines two core functions: financial insights and money tracking. The insights engine monitors spending patterns, flags unusual transactions and provides budget-related notifications.

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The money tracking system includes monthly activity monitoring and a budget tool that categorises spending across seven distinct areas.

Alvie’ s monitoring capabilities include subscription cost changes, budget adherence alerts and spending pattern analysis. The system integrates with Desjardins’ mobile banking platform – automatically displaying insights while allowing users to customise budgeting tools to their preferences.

The AI system forms part of a broader strategy to enhance financial empowerment among members.

168 April 2025