Software Providers
6 Benefits of Working with a PayFac as a Service Provider
PayFac as a Service allows software providers to reap the benefits of true payment facilitation services without the heavy lifting.
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Clearent by Xplor Blog
Software Providers
What is a Payment Facilitator (PayFac)?
Keeping it simple, if a business wants to accept credit card payments, they will need a PayFac, AKA Payment Facilitator. But what exactly is a PayFac and how does it apply to you?
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Merchants
Update: Visa/Mastercard’s Class Action Lawsuit
MCAG and Clearent are excited to share the most recent news about the Visa/Mastercard Settlement. The Judge has approved the proposed claim form, and it’s expected they will start going out by mail in December 2023.
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Merchants
Embracing the Holidays: A Small Business Guide
The holiday season is more than just a festive time of year; it’s a golden opportunity for small businesses to shine. But what does this mean in numbers?
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Software Providers
Improving Customer Experience in 10 Steps
If you’re an Independent Software Vendor (ISV), you’re probably aware of the buzzword that’s been making waves in the industry: Customer Experience or CX. Users don’t just want a product; they crave an experience, a journey, a story. Modern users are a savvy bunch.
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Merchants
How To Choose a POS System: What SMBs Need To Consider
Navigating the world of Point of Sale (POS) systems can be daunting, especially for small business owners. However, a modern POS system is more than just a tool to accept payments.
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Software Providers
Cash Discounting: Offset Processing Costs & Boost Revenue
In a world where every penny counts, businesses are always on the lookout for ways to save money and boost their bottom line. One often overlooked strategy that can make a significant difference is the use of cash discounts.
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Merchants
The Value of Repeat Customers for SMBs
The value of repeat customers for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) cannot be overstated. They play a crucial role in the success and growth of an SMB. Creating a base of loyal customers can lead to increased profitability, stability, and growth for your business.
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Merchants
Cash Discount vs Surcharge: A Detailed Comparison
The idea of merchants offering their customers a discount for paying with cash or check is nothing new. Neither is adding a fee to cover the cost of processing credit cards.
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Merchants
Give Yourself the Gift of Time – Optimize Your Small Business
For many small business owners, the dream isn’t necessarily to expand into a larger company. In fact, a significant portion of small businesses have a different goal in mind: optimization.
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Merchants
What is Dual Pricing?
In the competitive landscape of modern markets, businesses employ various pricing strategies to attract customers, optimize revenue, and achieve market segmentation. One such strategy that has gained prominence is cash discounting with dual pricing.
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Software Providers
ISV Integrated Payments: Unlocking the Future of Software
In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the way businesses handle payments is undergoing a transformative shift. For Independent Software Vendors (ISVs), this shift presents both a challenge and an opportunity.
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Merchants
Credit Card Tokenization
Tokenization replaces confidential customer credit card information with a string of random numbers so that no one, neither businesses nor criminals, get access to it.
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