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Category Archives: Payment Processing

The benefits of using paywalls for ecommerce subscribers

Customers will have to enter their credit card information to access what's behind a paywall.
Thinking back about 10, or even 15, years ago, would any company have imagined that ecommerce would be as big as it is now? Customers from around the world flock to the web to make purchases today, something that didn't…

Benefits of a recurring payment system

With recurring billing, customers will only need to enter their payment information once.
Companies utilizing an ecommerce subscription business model have grown in popularity over the years. A study from Hitwise found that visits to these retailers were up 3,000 percent between 2013 and 2016. As a result, more and more big brands…

4 reasons ecommerce businesses need an OMS

An order management system can help online companies handle many responsibilities.
Over time, ecommerce businesses have discovered just how difficult it is to fulfill all of the responsibilities of their business on their own. Many company leaders have decided to work with an ecommerce partner that can provide helpful software to streamline their…

Accepting payments for subscription services

To ensure the subscription process runs smoothly, companies should ensure payment is simple.
An increasingly large number of companies are taking advantage of the growing success of subscription-based services and implementing their own. These kinds of business models offer convenience to customers, as items are essentially hand-picked and delivered to their door. Organizations…

The future of PCI

Mobile payments were an unexpected security concern for the SSC in the previous years.
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) have come a long way since the first version was released in 2004. Some of the payment practices that are commonplace today would have seemed impossible at that time. With changing…

3 common PCI compliance myths merchants should know

There are many myths surrounding PCI compliance that can confuse merchants.
Adhering to pre-determined regulations can be a daunting process for merchants of all sizes. Companies processing, storing and transmitting customers' sensitive data on a regular basis have certain obligations they must complete to keep this information safe from potential threats.…

PCI compliance: A breakdown of merchant levels

Companies must determine their merchant level to become compliant with the PCI DSS.
Entrepreneurs across the country have brilliant ideas for developing goods and services customers want to purchase. These companies operate brick-and-mortar locations, online or both and have a number of legal responsibilities they must complete. One such obligation is complying with…

History of PCI DSS

It's important to understand the PCI DSS.
Companies have a number of responsibilities on their plate to keep track of on a daily, monthly and annual basis. These days, data security is of the utmost importance to customers. People are accustomed to hearing that some of the most…

Choose a partner that customizes services to suit your business

A services provider will be able to customize their offerings based on a company's needs.
Customers crave a personal experience whether they're buying from an ecommerce retailer or a brick-and-mortar store. Clients want the business they're purchasing from to meet their needs, wants and expectations in a variety of departments. It's no different for companies working…

The necessity of PCI compliance and why you should outsource it

PCI compliance is an important aspect of any business.
Merchants have no lack of responsibilities to consider, but data security is quickly becoming priority No. 1. It's crucial for companies to make sure all bases are covered to give consumers the best experience possible. Customers today are increasingly aware…