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Charm Solutions

Streamline SMB lending decisions with AI-powered scoring models that transform financial data into actionable insights for faster, safer, and more profitable results.

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About Charm Solutions

Charm Solutions is an AI-driven software platform specifically engineered to modernize the small-to-medium business (SMB) lending lifecycle. By addressing the limitations of outdated technology and static business models, the platform provides financial institutions with a continuous, self-learning analytic engine. It transforms complex financial telemetry into clear, actionable insights, helping lenders bridge the funding gap while maintaining rigorous risk management protocols. The system is designed to handle large-scale data sets, converting them into real-time scores that inform every stage of the credit process. The platform's core technology, SMBScore, is built upon a proprietary database containing thirty years of financial statements and loan performance data from millions of SMBs across six countries. In practice, the CHARM Platform offers multiple integration paths, including a robust API for direct web application connectivity and widget-based tools that embed directly into existing financial software. It also features Agentic AI technology through its SMBEngage agent, which connects to a bank's internal data to drive deeper customer engagement and identify new revenue opportunities within existing deposit portfolios. This tool is primarily designed for financial institutions, including commercial banks, credit unions, and fintech lenders. Within these organizations, it serves acquisition teams seeking high-conversion leads, underwriting departments looking to optimize accuracy, and portfolio managers who need to monitor default probabilities based on real-time account behavior. By automating the analysis of borrower patterns, it allows these professionals to focus on the most promising leads and proactively manage at-risk accounts. What distinguishes Charm Solutions from traditional credit scoring services is its specific focus on the SMB segment and its reliance on three distinct intelligence pillars. Unlike generic models, its machine-learning engine is constantly evolving based on historical and current data telemetry. The platform’s ability to provide individualized solutions through partnerships, such as its integration with Abrigo, allows for a more precise and tailored approach to risk assessment that standard bureau scores often lack.

Charm Solutions pros & cons

Pros

  • Leverages a massive 30-year database of global SMB financial statements for high accuracy.
  • Provides real-time scoring that updates based on borrower behavior rather than static snapshots.
  • Offers multiple integration methods including APIs and embeddable widgets for flexibility.
  • Specifically optimized for the SMB sector, addressing a frequently underserved market gap.
  • Includes SOC 2 compliance and a dedicated trust center for financial security standards.

Cons

  • Pricing is not transparently listed and requires a direct sales demo for information.
  • Platform focus is restricted to SMB lending, making it less suitable for consumer or enterprise-only banks.

Charm Solutions use cases

  • Acquisition teams can use AI scoring to identify which small business leads are most likely to convert into successful loans.
  • Underwriting officers can automate and accelerate the evaluation of commercial vehicle and business loans with high precision.
  • Portfolio managers can continuously monitor existing accounts to detect early warning signs of financial distress or default.
  • Bank strategists can analyze their current deposit base to find qualifying SMBs for targeted new financial product offers.
  • Compliance teams can utilize the platform's insights to satisfy internal reviews and benchmark risk against national associations.

Charm Solutions features

  • customizable scoring models
  • deposit portfolio analysis
  • underwriting optimization engine
  • real-time default monitoring
  • embeddable widget technology
  • robust api integration
  • agentic ai technology (smbengage)
  • smbscore proprietary scoring

Charm Solutions pricing

Is Charm Solutions free? No, Charm Solutions doesn't offer a free plan.

Custom

Price varies

  • AI-powered SMBScore
  • Agentic AI (SMBEngage)
  • API access
  • Widget-based technology
  • Real-time scoring models
  • Portfolio monitoring
  • Underwriting optimization
  • Opportunity insights

Charm Solutions FAQs

What is SMBScore and how is it calculated?

SMBScore is a proprietary credit scoring metric developed from thirty years of SMB accounting data across six countries. It utilizes machine learning technology to analyze financial statements and identify the most critical metrics for evaluating creditworthiness.

How can the CHARM Platform be integrated into existing workflows?

Lenders can integrate the platform via a robust API service for custom web applications or use widget-based technology to embed insights directly into current financial software. This flexibility allows for seamless adoption without replacing entire legacy systems.

What kind of portfolio monitoring does the tool provide?

The platform offers continuous tracking of default probabilities by analyzing borrower account behavior and patterns in real-time. This allows portfolio managers to identify which customers may need additional account management or specific financial services.

Does Charm Solutions offer any tools for lead generation?

Yes, the Opportunity Insights feature analyzes a bank's deposit portfolio to identify SMBs that meet specific loan criteria. This helps acquisition teams focus on the leads most likely to convert into profitable lending relationships.

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