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Running a POS system for your business is a key way to speed up orders and improve customer service, this is a universal truth for both restaurants and bars alike. Businesses like restaurants and bars use today’s advanced POS systems to their advantage, and you can benefit from them, too....

Credit card processing rates can be a confusing topic for many business owners. What is a reasonable credit card processing rate? How do you know what your best option is? There are so many different opinions out there, and what works best for one business might not work well for another. This blog ...

More restaurants are tapping into the benefits of POS online ordering each year, and by all indications, it will remain a standard restaurant offering. By giving customers the ability to read menus, order online, and receive door-to-door service, online ordering programs’ convenience has boosted d...

Have you heard of “omnichannel payments” and wondered what the term means? This system is an easy, all-in-one digital solution often used as a preferred method of sales for businesses ranging from restaurants to retail shops and mobile sales teams. Its integrated digital model helps you connect ...

Looking for the secret to boost your restaurant’s profitability? The answer lies in restaurant ordering systems. This easy add-on feature gives you the power to stay efficient while managing food orders, all the while providing a wealth of backend information to help you manage your restaurant tea...

ACH payments are a smart payment processing option for businesses who need secure, recurring funds regularly, but how long do ACH payments take? The ACH network works differently than other payment processes, and it has its own timing as well. Still, as more businesses adopt this type of transaction...

For business owners in North Dakota, buying a POS system is a smart investment. Not only do they lead to increased sales, but they also keep your staff efficient for continued growth When you work with a POS company familiar with the North Dakota market, your business will see more of a benefit. Whe...

Trying to find out where you cut costs on your processing fees? Understanding what a specific company is charging you on a monthly basis to accept credit and debit cards can be confusing. In this article, we’ll break down what individual processing charges you’ll see on your statement and where ...

Today's point-of-sale (POS) systems have changed dramatically and are a far cry from what was available just ten years ago, leaving many businesses to ask how do the newest versions of point-of-sale systems work?  POS systems allow you to process more types of payment in more ways faster than ever ...

When your business is searching for a new payment processor, learning what questions to ask credit card processing companies is an integral part of the shopping process. However, many credit card processors are not always honest about their pricing because it is easy to disguise fees. Many companies...

The ugly truth is every business that accepts payments via credit, debit card, or ACH is the potential target for a data breach. It is one of the most stressful situations to find yourself in and can lead to a damaged reputation on top of financial repercussions. The key to security is multiple laye...

[et_pb_section admin_label="section"] [et_pb_row admin_label="row"] [et_pb_column type="4_4"][et_pb_text admin_label="Text"]How much do POS systems cost? If you have ever shopped online before, you know the answer to this question isn’t always clear. What a company lists on their website may not a...

You may be looking to update your company’s B2B credit card processing to make your payment processing simpler and faster. Today, a merchant’s needs extend far beyond simple transactions. You can take advantage of superior payment tracking and accounting automatically anywhere you are at any tim...

Are POS systems affordable? Now, more than ever, the answer is yes. A competitive market has made it possible for businesses of all sizes to find the best POS systems to boost efficiency and sales, all while providing back-end data to capture revenue and profitable items. The true value of a point o...

If you’re looking for the single best way to take payments online, the short answer is that there isn’t one. Now more than ever, customer’s are making more online payments in 2020 compared to previous years, and more businesses are looking for ways to make it easier to collect money....

As a business owner, the cost of a point of sale system you’re currently paying may be limited based on what seems affordable. As we move through 2020, there are now more software options than ever. Coupled with special financing options, you can take advantage of more robust systems that not only...

Payment Gateway vs. Payment Processor: What's The Difference? If you're a business owner, chances are you've already heard about payment gateways and payment processors. Both are related to any online selling or shopping that you do. However, have you ever wondered what makes each of these items uni...

Looking for new ways to develop and expand your business in 2020? As methods of doing business and customer expectations grow and change, small businesses (and especially independent or locally-owned restaurants) must be ready to meet demand whenever and wherever it exists. Incorporating a mobile po...

If you run a small business, invoices are your best friend. You can reduce billing errors for services/products, provide a summary of the transaction, track current and potential orders, verify stock, maintain accurate accounting records, and (most importantly) track payments. They also provide you ...

One of the key challenges that small businesses face is their employee’s decrease in productivity over time. While there are many factors that may be attributed to this, repetitive tasks related to billing and collections are at the top of the list. Repetitive tasks lead to boredom which, in most ...

Own a restaurant that requires a mobile point of sale system? With the latest technology available for businesses, now many bars, restaurants, and cafes can use a point of sale system that fits in a pocket with similar features to a full POS system. With a properly established handheld POS System...

See What Options Your Business Can Use To Accept ACH Payments Through Your Bank Account Or Through QuickBooks More often, merchants are looking for less costly alternatives to credit cards for their business. With numerous options on the market, more businesses are trying to see if ACH payments are ...

With E-Check Payment Processing Available For Merchant Accounts; Credit Card Transactions Are No Longer Needed The world of payments is changing, and now merchants are gaining the ability to replace credit/debit card transactions with e-check payment processing. If you’re not caught up on the late...

Chances are, if you’re starting a business in retail or restaurant, people in the industry will tell you to purchase a point of sale system. If you’re new to the business, a “point of sale” or POS system is a piece of technology in which hardware and software components are used to take ...

Over 48% of small businesses do not believe they are at risk for fraud attacks, but earlier this year, over 137 restaurants across the Midwest were affected by North Country Business Products data breach. Data breaches like this can be devastating for small businesses, and it can be challenging ...

Having good data can make a world of difference when you’re trying to make decisions for your business. Good data can help you know what product is selling really well or when it’s time to retire products that aren’t making you money. A lot of businesses tend to overlook one of the easiest ...

Price is usually a significant deciding factor in whether your startup retail or restaurant business can afford a point-of-sale system or not. You're probably unsure if you can afford to buy one, or if you should try and make your own solution using a tablet and free online software. Several comp...

There’s a lot of debate over whether or not it’s okay or not for a business to surcharge customers to cover their credit card fees. We are asked constantly by merchants if adding that extra percentage to their customer's bill is a good business decision. The truth is it’s a bit complicated...

A lot of bar owners dream of having an experience like Cheers, one where customers are happy, and the drinks are flowing. But it’s a lot more work then you’d assume, and it can be difficult to make any money from it. Sometimes it can seem like you’re doomed to lose money and never see any p...

One of the most common questions we get from a customer is why their credit card processing rates can’t be under 1% per transaction. Lots of businesses receive phone calls on a weekly basis from some salesperson promising they could only pay 1% if they would switch to their services. The s...