In today’s fast-paced digital economy, an efficient and reliable payment system is crucial for businesses striving to meet customer expectations and stay competitive. For UK-based merchants, evaluating your current payment system is not only a smart move—it’s essential to ensure your business operates smoothly, securely, and cost-effectively.
In the intricate world of payment processing, one term that often takes centre stage is "interchange fees." These fees play a crucial role in the seamless execution of card-based transactions within the UK and Europe. In this blog, we'll delve into the depths of interchange fees, unravelling their significance and shedding light on their impact on the payment processing ecosystem.
In the fast-paced world of travel and tourism, payment processing plays a critical role in ensuring seamless transactions for businesses and customers alike. As a travel merchant, understanding what goes on in the mind of your acquirer is essential for building strong partnerships and optimising your payment processes. Let’s explore the key factors to consider when it comes to travel payments.
Payment routing is the path a transaction takes after a customer makes a purchase. From the moment a payment is accepted, it flows through several different components before it can be processed, such as acquirers, issuers, and payment providers. More recently, businesses are choosing to migrate towards more dynamic payment routing options as opposed to traditional static routing.
In the previous blog, we discussed the extensive impact of fraud on the travel industry. If you would like to read up what was discussed in our previous blog you can do so by clicking here. In this second part of our series, we will explore the common types of fraud that plague the travel industry and effective strategies to prevent them.
In today's fast-paced digital world, businesses need a reliable and efficient payment gateway to thrive. Whether you run a small online store or a large enterprise, the key to success lies in seamless transactions and enhanced security! Axcess Merchant Services’ cutting-edge payment gateway, we empower businesses to streamline their payments, boost efficiency, and ensure secure transactions for their customers.
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on travel payments, with many changes occurring due to travel restrictions, cancellations, and changes in consumer behaviour. Here are some of the ways in which the pandemic has affected travel payments, and how Axcess Merchant Services can help you keep your payments in check in a post-Covid world.
As the holiday shopping season approaches, Black Friday remains a pivotal event for online retailers in the UK. This annual shopping extravaganza not only marks the beginning of the festive shopping season but also serves as a litmus test for the e-commerce landscape. With a staggering £9 billion spent during Black Friday 2023 alone, it’s evident that the stakes are high for businesses looking to maximise their sales during this critical period.
In the dynamic landscape of payment options, recurring payments stand out as a streamlined and hassle-free choice that not only reduces costs but also strengthens consumer relationships. While some smaller businesses may have hesitated to offer recurring payments in the past, Axcess is here to prove that it's no longer an issue.
In today's competitive market, it's standard practice for merchants to build redundancy into their payment ecosystems by integrating multiple payment options or acquirers. This approach not only shields your business from the ever-changing appetites of individual acquirers but also allows you to operate seamlessly across multiple markets. By leveraging a range of acquirers, you can maximise new capabilities and ensure continuity.
Fraud has a significant impact on the travel industry, affecting both businesses and travellers alike. For businesses, fraud can result in financial losses, damage to reputation, and increased operational costs to prevent future occurrences. Travellers may experience identity theft, unauthorised charges, or even booking scams, leading to frustration and distrust in the industry. It is crucial for travel businesses to implement robust security measures and for travellers to stay vigilant and verify the legitimacy of their bookings to combat fraud effectively.