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Clearent by Xplor Blog: Merchants

Merchants

December 01 2023

4 min read

Food Trucks Go Mobile: How Mobile Payment Solutions Are Changing the Game

by Clearent by Xplor

The mobile food industry, spearheaded by the food truck scene, has seen a remarkable surge in popularity. It’s a revolution on wheels, bringing gourmet flavors and diverse cuisines to the streets. This culinary trend isn’t just about food; it’s about culture, convenience, and community.

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Merchants

October 25 2024

11 min read

Level 2 Processing: What It Is and Why It Matters

by Clearent by Xplor

Credit card processing fees are a burden for many businesses, especially those with high transaction volumes. But what if there was a way to lower those fees without changing your payment provider? This is where Level 2 credit card processing comes into play.

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Merchants

September 27 2024

6 min read

How SMBs Can Improve Customer Engagement with a Point-of-Sale System

by Clearent by Xplor

Once viewed as just a tool to process payments, today’s POS systems are dynamic platforms that help SMBs enhance customer engagement, improve efficiency, and ultimately grow their business.

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Merchants

September 13 2024

6 min read

Payment Trends in Liquor Stores: Embracing Modern-Day POS Systems

by Clearent by Xplor

Modern Point of Sale (POS) systems, which are helping liquor store owners keep up with customer expectations, streamline operations, and drive growth.

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Software Providers

September 05 2024

5 min read

Tips for Understanding and Optimizing Your Merchant Portfolio: A Guide for Software Providers

by Clearent by Xplor

As software providers pursue more responsibility through embedded payment solutions, it is critical to understand portfolio management

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Merchants

August 30 2024

9 min read

Ways to Accept Online Payments

by Clearent by Xplor

Explore the many benefits of accepting online payments and provides a guide on how businesses can implement various online payment methods, ensuring a seamless and secure transaction experience for their customers.

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Merchants

August 15 2024

7 min read

Preparing Your Retail Business for Back-to-School Season

by Clearent by Xplor

From optimizing your inventory to enhancing your marketing efforts, there are several ways to ensure your retail business is ready to meet the demands of back-to-school shoppers.

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Merchants

August 09 2024

5 min read

Chargeback Management

by Clearent by Xplor

Did you know that worldwide chargeback costs to businesses hit $117.47B in 2023? This highlights the importance of chargeback management.

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Merchants

July 31 2024

6 min read

14 Ways to Improve Your Service Business Operations  

by Clearent by Xplor

Efficient business operations are essential for the success of any service-based business, such as HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services. Using the right tools can significantly streamline processes, enhance productivity, and improve customer satisfaction.

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Software Providers

July 26 2024

7 min read

What is Merchant Onboarding?

by Clearent by Xplor

In order for a business to accept payments it starts with applying for a merchant account and going through an onboarding process.

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Merchants

July 24 2024

9 min read

What is a Chargeback?

by Clearent by Xplor

Understanding chargebacks is important for both merchants, who face financial and reputational risks, and consumers, who rely on chargebacks as a safeguard against fraud.

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Merchants

June 26 2024

6 min read

Smart Invoicing: Boost Efficiency and Get Paid Faster

by Clearent by Xplor

Smart invoicing uses automated systems to create, send, track, and manage invoices to streamline invoicing process, enhance accuracy, and improve cash flow.

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Merchants

June 11 2024

5 min read

What is a Payment Service Provider (PSP)?

by Clearent by Xplor

Payment service providers simplify the process of accepting and managing payments for businesses of all sizes by providing a wide range of payment methods.

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