Customers want the flexibility to pay by whatever means suits them (and let's face it, there are many). And the speed of payment matters too. In this blog, we will explore the world of point of sale (POS) systems and explain how they have improved and why more retailers and hospitality businesses are switching from legacy POS systems to cloud-based POS.

Endless Aisle (an app that can reside on any device or channel) allows a shopper to browse through a retailer’s entire product range, as a store will have a physical limitation on what it can stock. Where items aren’t in stock locally, they can be pinpointed. Orders placed. Transactions closed. Shoppers leave knowing they’re guaranteed to receive what they want, even if not immediately.

This piece delves into the mechanics of an OMS, exploring its core features, the workflow it facilitates from order placement to fulfilment, and the distinctive benefits it brings to the table. We'll also shed light on how an OMS can significantly boost e-commerce sales and what considerations should be considered when investing in such a system.

When it comes to payments, the topic of Interchange Fees can be complex and confusing to those outside of the industry. For merchants who want to analyse and control their card acceptance costs, it's essential to grasp how interchange fees work and what factors affect them. This knowledge serves as a valuable starting point.

Credit card authorisation is the process of verifying that a cardholder has enough funds or credit to cover the cost of a card transaction. Card authorisation is required for both in-person and online card transactions. It typically occurs electronically, behind the scenes, when a customer taps their card on the terminal or clicks “purchase” on an e-commerce checkout form. It finishes a few seconds later with either an approval or a payment decline.

Planet, a global software, payment, and technology solutions firm, today announced the findings from its latest guest sentiment poll conducted across 19 countries. The report provides important data and insights to hoteliers as to what domestic and international guests want from their stay, from booking through to check-out, including their payments preferences.

Planet, a global software, payment, and technology solutions firm, today announced the findings from its latest shopper sentiment poll of over 7,500 consumers across 19 nations. The report provides UK retailers with new insights into what their customers want from the overall shopping experience and payment preferences. It compares UK consumer preferences to those across Europe and other countries, most notably China and the US.

GDS offers many advantages for hotels seeking to enhance their occupancy rates and overall performance, allowing them to thrive in a competitive hospitality landscape. These systems offer a gateway to a global network of travel agencies, online platforms, and travellers, offering unparalleled opportunities for growth and success.

Payment gateways play a crucial role in the payment process. They encrypt and then securely transmit a customer’s transaction data to the acquiring bank’s payment processor. If you run a business that accepts card payments, then understanding this is essential. This is how you setup a payment gateway.