METRO 2 SOFTWARE & COMPLIANCE SOLUTIONS SINCE 1986

Metro 2 complianceisn't optional.Neither is gettingit right.

Generate, validate, and submit Metro 2 compliant credit reporting files to all four national bureaus. Automated stack processing, compliance audit trails, and expert support — from the team that's been doing this since 1986.

Desktop, Cloud & API
All 4 Bureaus
CDIA Compliant
Since 1986

Trusted for reporting to all four national credit bureaus

Equifax credit bureau
Experian credit bureau
TransUnion credit bureau
Innovis credit bureau
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What Is Metro 2 Credit Reporting?

Metro 2 is the standardized data format maintained by the Consumer Data Industry Association (CDIA) for reporting consumer and commercial payment history to the credit bureaus. Every organization that furnishes credit data must generate Metro 2 compliant files.

The Metro 2 format defines over 100 fields across base segments, J1/J2 associated consumer segments, and K-segments. Errors in any of these fields can result in bureau rejections, consumer disputes, and FCRA violations.

Hutchins Systems has been the industry's trusted Metro 2 software provider since 1986. Our platform handles data mapping, bureau-grade compliance validation, stack processing, and secure delivery to all four national bureaus.

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Base Segment

Core account information including account number, balance, payment status, and consumer identity fields.

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J1/J2 Segments

Associated consumer segments for joint accounts, authorized users, and co-signers.

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K-Segments

Supplemental account information including purchase money mortgage and specialized payment indicators.

Compliance Audit

Automated validation against CDIA standards to prevent bureau rejections and FCRA violations.

Everything You Need for Metro 2 Compliance

Data mapping, compliance validation, stack processing, file generation, bureau delivery, and audit trails — all in one platform.

Bureau-Grade Metro 2 Validation

Our compliance engine mirrors the exact validation rules used by Equifax, Experian, TransUnion, and Innovis — catching errors before they cause rejections.

Stack Processing Engine

Process thousands of credit records in parallel batches. Our stack processing architecture handles high-volume submissions with automated scheduling and error recovery.

Compliance Audit Trail

Every change, submission, and validation result is logged with a timestamped audit trail. Meet FCRA requirements and respond to disputes with complete documentation.

One-Click File Generation

Generate CDIA-compliant Metro 2 format files instantly from CSV, Excel, or JSON data. No manual field mapping or format debugging required.

Multi-Bureau Submission

Submit to all four national credit bureaus — Equifax, Experian, TransUnion, and Innovis — from a single platform with fully automated delivery.

CRRG® Aligned Compliance Engine

Built to the current Credit Reporting Resource Guide® specification. Our engine is updated whenever CDIA releases a new CRRG® edition, keeping your submissions in sync with bureau requirements.

Metro 2 Stack Processing

High-Volume Metro 2 Stack Processing

Our stack processing engine is purpose-built for organizations with large credit portfolios. Process thousands of accounts in parallel batches, with automated error detection, record-level validation, and intelligent retry logic.

  • Parallel batch processing for high-volume submissions
  • Automated Metro 2 segment assembly from raw data
  • Record-level error detection with actionable fix suggestions
  • Scheduled monthly processing with email notifications
  • Complete stack processing audit log for every run
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Built-In Metro 2 Compliance Audit Engine

Our compliance audit engine runs every submission through a comprehensive set of CDIA validation rules before the file reaches the bureau. Catch errors, warnings, and compliance gaps before they become rejections or regulatory issues.

CDIA Specification Checks
Validates all 100+ Metro 2 fields against current CDIA standards
FCRA Compliance Validation
Ensures data accuracy requirements and dispute handling compliance
Audit Trail Logging
Every change and submission logged with timestamp and user attribution
Bureau Response Parsing
Automatically parses bureau acceptance/rejection responses
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Metro 2 Compliance Audit

Hutchins Systems vs. Legacy Desktop

See how our modern Metro 2 platform compares to outdated desktop-only alternatives.

Feature
Hutchins Systems
Legacy Desktop
Metro 2 Compliance Validation
Stack Processing (Batch)
Limited
Compliance Audit Trail
Cloud-Based Platform
API Integration
Automated Delivery
CRRG® Aligned Compliance Engine
Multi-Bureau (4 bureaus)
2–3 only
Desktop + Cloud + API
Desktop only
Live Record Editor
Guided Data Entry
In Business Since 1986

Flexible Metro 2® Solutions

One trusted standard since 1986. Cloud and desktop options starting at $49/month.

Credit Time 2000©

Desktop Metro 2® software for Windows. Trusted since 1986.

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  • Desktop-based (Windows)
  • Manual data entry
  • Unlimited phone support
  • Built-in reports
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e-CreditTime

Cloud Metro 2® software. No installation. SOC 2 Certified.

From $49/mo
  • Cloud — any browser
  • No installation
  • Audit included
  • SOC 2 Certified
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MORFi Web

Browser-based platform with CSV import and stack processing.

From $49/mo
  • Cloud based
  • Import CSV/Excel
  • Stack processing
  • SOC 2 Certified
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MORFi API

Enterprise REST API for developers. Integrate Metro 2® into your platform.

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  • REST API
  • Webhooks
  • Sandbox environment
  • SOC 2 Certified
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Trusted by Lenders Nationwide

Recently our office leased the Hutchins Systems Credit Time 2000© software and it has been a great experience. The software is very user-friendly and the support team is excellent.

Isaac Maldonado
Peak Finance, LP

Working with Hutchins has been great. They are very patient with new clients, and they are very easy to get a hold of. Highly recommend for any Metro 2 compliance needs.

Frank Scarso
Financial Services

Can I first say THANK YOU! I really appreciate you sending so much detailed information. They were so extremely helpful and more importantly patient with me.

M. George
Credit Reporting Client

Its simple to send to the bureaus and when we changed systems Sarah helped us with coding for the bureau. Thank you.

Katherine Ponton
Lending Institution

Common Questions About Metro 2 Software

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Hutchins Systems | Metro 2 Software, Compliance Audit & Stack Processing Since 1986