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Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) often fall into a unique financial management situation. Many are too small to have thorough financial reporting practices in place,…

Small Business Saturday, or SBS, is a much-anticipated shopping event that takes place between the Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday shopping frenzy. This day…

If you’re selling anything at all these days—online or in-person—it’s absolutely imperative to learn about interchange fees. They significantly impact the cost of accepting card…

Since the first plastic credit card was issued by American Express in 1959, payment tech progress has been growing exponentially. Magnetic stripe payments enjoyed a…

A 2022 survey by the Pew Research Centre found that 41% of consumers don’t use cash for weekly purchases like gas, meals, and groceries. This…

It’s difficult to imagine retail and commerce without credit cards. According to the Forbes 2023 Advisor Survey, physical or virtual credit card payments make up…

A key part that any business undertakes is sending out invoices. From SaaS services to healthcare, virtually every business has to send invoices to get…

Guest post from Dining Alliance The restaurant industry is home to some of the most forward-thinking technology on the market. From AI to drone delivery…

More businesses have come to realize how technology can help them automate the tasks involved in bookkeeping and other aspects of financial management. Robust platforms…

From collecting payments in-store to offering virtual, contactless options, choosing the right payment processor with the best cost is critical for the success of your…

Are your sales growing rapidly? Do you find yourself having to find and onboard new team members? Is your brand getting in front of more…

Significant advances in the fintech industry frequently introduce innovative new technology for payment methods, allowing consumers and businesses several cashless payment methods to consider. While…

A good chunk of customers use online payment gateways to make payments. With cash payments declining, payment methods like credit cards, debit cards, and mobile…

Just a few decades ago, virtually all businesses lived by the “cash is king” motto. Today? Not so much. According to the Federal Reserve, cash…

Every month, the average U.S. consumer makes 68 card transactions. It’s also estimated that approximately 108.6 million card transactions take place in the U.S. each…

In today’s technology-first environment, SaaS providers must maintain a competitive edge in the market to stand out. While there are many novel software solutions, one…

As a SaaS business, you need to be constantly evolving your offerings to stay fresh and relevant (and yes, it is as hard as it…

The veterinarian services industry in the US has experienced rapid growth over the last few years. Fueled by the growing pet insurance sector and increasing…

Since the first plastic credit card was issued by American Express in 1959, payment tech progress has been growing exponentially. Magnetic stripe payments enjoyed a…

Let’s time travel back, just 20 years ago, to the shopping mall. You’re making a purchase at a retail store, and the cash register is…

EMV is an acronym for Europay, Mastercard, and Visa as these are the three companies that came together to create the EMV standard. An EMV…

To say there are numerous ways to make or receive payment is a huge understatement.Today, business owners need to consider not only the many payment…

When the world wide web became available to the public in the early ’90s, the growth of eCommerce and online shopping wasn’t far behind. With…

Staying competitive in today’s consumer landscape requires flexibility—particularly when it comes to payments. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce that Stax merchants can now add…

EMV is an acronym for Europay, Mastercard, and Visa as these are the three companies that came together to create the EMV standard. An EMV…

Whenever you accept debit cards as a form of payment, that transaction will appear on the customer’s credit card statement, often with “POS” or “POS…

As a business owner, you might already know that debit and credit card payments can be processed through merchant services. But the process of actually…

Guest post from Dining Alliance The restaurant industry is home to some of the most forward-thinking technology on the market. From AI to drone delivery…

Knowledge is power when it comes to winning in business (and life). This is especially true in the realm of fees, fee statements, and payments. …

Running a restaurant or food business is a massive undertaking that requires a high level of coordination between your storefront, staffing management, payment processing, and…

Small Business Saturday, or SBS, is a much-anticipated shopping event that takes place between the Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday shopping frenzy. This day…

EMV is an acronym for Europay, Mastercard, and Visa as these are the three companies that came together to create the EMV standard. An EMV…

When dealing with clients, accepting eCheck payments or electronic checks is an excellent way for business owners to make financial transactions more convenient. In the…

When the world wide web became available to the public in the early ’90s, the growth of eCommerce and online shopping wasn’t far behind. With…

There’s no new news in saying that every small business needs an online presence. Whether you’re a coffee shop, retail boutique, or professional services—a website…

What separates a regular website from an online store? The humble online shopping cart. This functionality allows customers to select and store items before heading…

Let’s time travel back, just 20 years ago, to the shopping mall. You’re making a purchase at a retail store, and the cash register is…

When you’re serving customers, you need to be as fast and efficient as possible—no matter how big or small your business is. Your customers are…

When the world wide web became available to the public in the early ’90s, the growth of eCommerce and online shopping wasn’t far behind. With…

The evolution of mobile credit card processing technology means consumers have more choices when it comes to how they pay. Whether you’re using a mobile…

It is essential for field services businesses to improve their field service management (FSM) and keep their employees up to date with the latest technologies…

For businesses of all sizes, credit card payments are essential. And when credit card processing outages occur, the revenue loss can be huge. Causes of…

As a business owner, you might already know that debit and credit card payments can be processed through merchant services. But the process of actually…

To say there are numerous ways to make or receive payment is a huge understatement.Today, business owners need to consider not only the many payment…

For businesses of all sizes, credit card payments are essential. And when credit card processing outages occur, the revenue loss can be huge. Causes of…

From collecting payments in-store to offering virtual, contactless options, choosing the right payment processor with the best cost is critical for the success of your…

Your Merchant Services Provider is a vital partner that can help you operate and grow your business. They facilitate credit card processing and provide other important services…

Small or large, tech company or not, gathering customers’ payment card data is a standard part of conducting business today. Almost everyone pays by debit,…

Let’s time travel back, just 20 years ago, to the shopping mall. You’re making a purchase at a retail store, and the cash register is…

A key part that any business undertakes is sending out invoices. From SaaS services to healthcare, virtually every business has to send invoices to get…

Running a small business often means wearing many hats—sending emails, paying suppliers, invoicing, crafting workflows, and building financial reports. All these are must-dos, in addition…

When dealing with clients, accepting eCheck payments or electronic checks is an excellent way for business owners to make financial transactions more convenient. In the…

When the world wide web became available to the public in the early ’90s, the growth of eCommerce and online shopping wasn’t far behind. With…

Knowledge is power when it comes to winning in business (and life). This is especially true in the realm of fees, fee statements, and payments. …

For any merchant selling products or services online, it’s always a good idea to allow customers to make payments on their platform itself—instead of redirecting…

204.5 billion. That’s the amount of non-cash payments made in the U.S. in 2021, according to the Federal Reserve. That’s a lot of money being…

As the world increasingly moves online, it is essential to safeguard the information being stored and transferred over networks. Today, data is as important as…

A recent survey by Forbes Advisor revealed that only 9% of Americans still pay for their purchases using cash. For frequent purchases like gas and…

Customer lifetime value is a common buzzword heard in the world of sales and marketing. Yet it’s also a vital metric for SaaS businesses to…

Developing and improving new features for your SaaS platform can take a massive investment. Unfortunately, the majority of software product features—80% according to some studies—go…

For any merchant selling products or services online, it’s always a good idea to allow customers to make payments on their platform itself—instead of redirecting…

204.5 billion. That’s the amount of non-cash payments made in the U.S. in 2021, according to the Federal Reserve. That’s a lot of money being…

As the world increasingly moves online, it is essential to safeguard the information being stored and transferred over networks. Today, data is as important as…

A recent survey by Forbes Advisor revealed that only 9% of Americans still pay for their purchases using cash. For frequent purchases like gas and…

Customer lifetime value is a common buzzword heard in the world of sales and marketing. Yet it’s also a vital metric for SaaS businesses to…

Developing and improving new features for your SaaS platform can take a massive investment. Unfortunately, the majority of software product features—80% according to some studies—go…

When you’re serving customers, you need to be as fast and efficient as possible—no matter how big or small your business is. Your customers are…

If you’re reading this guide, you’re likely interested in implementing a surcharging program to offset credit card costs.  More and more merchants are choosing to…

The evolution of mobile credit card processing technology means consumers have more choices when it comes to how they pay. Whether you’re using a mobile…

It is essential for field services businesses to improve their field service management (FSM) and keep their employees up to date with the latest technologies…

Running an operation is not an easy task for field service professionals. Even when you do stellar work and perform the tasks as expected, you…

The evolution of modern markets and customer expectations have changed the conventional business payments model entirely. In today’s environment, it is now the norm to…

Let’s time travel back, just 20 years ago, to the shopping mall. You’re making a purchase at a retail store, and the cash register is…

A key part that any business undertakes is sending out invoices. From SaaS services to healthcare, virtually every business has to send invoices to get…

If you’re reading this guide, you’re likely interested in implementing a surcharging program to offset credit card costs.  More and more merchants are choosing to…

As a business owner, you might already know that debit and credit card payments can be processed through merchant services. But the process of actually…

When the world wide web became available to the public in the early ’90s, the growth of eCommerce and online shopping wasn’t far behind. With…

Knowledge is power when it comes to winning in business (and life). This is especially true in the realm of fees, fee statements, and payments. …

A key part that any business undertakes is sending out invoices. From SaaS services to healthcare, virtually every business has to send invoices to get…

Frustrating patient account interfaces and high payment amounts. These are just two reasons why paying medical bills is widely recognized as an unpleasant hassle. And…

The veterinarian services industry in the US has experienced rapid growth over the last few years. Fueled by the growing pet insurance sector and increasing…

Are you looking to accept credit or debit card payments for your business? While the process may appear difficult, small business credit card processing is…

As an independent software vendor (ISV), you play a key role in the success of your clients. Businesses rely on you to power their systems…

While all businesses must take the privacy and security of the customer information they handle seriously, those operating in the vast healthcare landscape have additional…

Small Business Saturday, or SBS, is a much-anticipated shopping event that takes place between the Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday shopping frenzy. This day…

Since the first plastic credit card was issued by American Express in 1959, payment tech progress has been growing exponentially. Magnetic stripe payments enjoyed a…

EMV is an acronym for Europay, Mastercard, and Visa as these are the three companies that came together to create the EMV standard. An EMV…

As a business owner, you might already know that debit and credit card payments can be processed through merchant services. But the process of actually…

When the world wide web became available to the public in the early ’90s, the growth of eCommerce and online shopping wasn’t far behind. With…

There’s no new news in saying that every small business needs an online presence. Whether you’re a coffee shop, retail boutique, or professional services—a website…