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Small Business Banking Has Been Disrupted (And There’s No Going Back)

Forrester eCommerce

Bankers around the world are rightly worried about the threats posed by digital disruptors getting in between them and their retail banking customers. But Forrester’s newest research reveals that executives should be just as worried — perhaps even more worried — about another market that is being upended: Small business banking.

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During the Holidays, Small and Mid-Sized Businesses Feel the Impact of Retail Crime

Retail TouchPoints

Retail crime was a hot topic throughout 2023, and it’s easy to see why. According to the National Retail Security Survey, losses attributed to retail theft rose to $112.1 Cracking down on retail crime isn’t just about stopping thieves anymore. billion in 2022, up from $93.9 It’s about keeping employees and shoppers safe.

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How Mobile Payments Are Taking Over eCommerce

Groove

A Mobile payment is a way for customers to complete transactions in-store or from your eCommerce website through smartphones, smart watches, or tablets. Encryption technology allows sellers to accept these payments that are connected through a 3rd-party app linking the customer’s bank account, credit card, or debit card. Conclusion.

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Retailers Must Embrace Financial Services, and Quickly

Retail TouchPoints

Retailers know that customer engagement must be the focus of their marketing efforts. The only problem is, for many retailers, the idea of becoming involved in the financial transaction part of the journey is a leap too far. Its simplicity works for the retailer and customer alike. It’s reckoned that nearly 4.5

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In Their Own Words: How Retailers Are Coping With COVID-19

Retail TouchPoints

During our annual 36|86 Festival in August, a panel of experts and founders across the retail industry came together (virtually) to address what trends and consumer habits have changed specifically, how they’ve adapted to serving customers, and what the outlook looks like for the future for small businesses, e-Commerce and logistics.

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The Best Credit Card Processing Companies (In-Depth Review)

Kissmetrics

This is particularly important in e-commerce where the checkout process needs to be streamlined. Full-service providers do the same as credit card processors but also provide a merchant account, meaning you don’t need an additional merchant account with a bank. 3 – FIS — The Best for Small Businesses.

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A Small Business Guide to Handling Cross-Border Payments

Korona

Small businesses can now easily find employees across the world for both part-time contract work and full-time positions. So retailers, too, need to be prepared to accept payments across borders. Read on the learn more about cross-border payments and how small businesses can make this process simple, reliable, and efficient.