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Retail, POS Finance and the Quest for ESG

Retail TouchPoints

In fact, according to a recent consumer insights survey from Etika, which explored the attitudes of young people in the UK toward the environmental and social impact of financial products, 80% of young people look for ethical endorsements when making purchasing decisions. And how can POS finance fit into the equation?

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Digital Wallets: What’s Good for the Payments Industry is Good for Retailers…Right?

Retail TouchPoints

As the online payments industry continues to evolve, new digital wallet solutions, such as mobile payment apps and e-wallet platforms, are becoming increasingly popular and reshaping the way consumers transact. 4 Pros of Digital Wallets Some of the advantages of digital wallet payment options include: 1.

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Braintree Payments Reviews (Nov 2020) – Everything You Need to Know

Ecommerce Platforms

Here we look briefly at Chicago-based Braintree Payments, highlighting some of the features a merchant might consider when picking a payment processor. Today, Braintree is one of the biggest payment solutions in the landscape, offering an excellent selection of tools for business owners to explore.

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Generation Z: Between the Worlds of Digital and Analog

Retail TouchPoints

Significantly, 70% of those surveyed believe the most appealing stores have features that simplify and streamline shopping. According to the IBM Institute for Business Value and the National Retail Federation (NRF) , Generation Z consumers place great importance on dependable and consistent experiences when it comes to their retail purchases.

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eCommerce and Cryptocurrency: Helping SMBs Navigate a Changing Payment Landscape

Korona

Major brands such as Home Depot and Microsoft have begun accepting crypto as part of their eCommerce payment options. Also, processors like Paypal now have crypto gateways accepting many different coins. But how does this affect small businesses? What eCommerce Platforms Have Integrated Crypto Payment Plugins?

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Guarding the Retail Fortress: Cybersecurity Challenges and Network Interruption Risks

Retail TouchPoints

In addition to revenue and reputation impacts, there are costs involved with breaches, from identity theft notification to fines, penalties and potential lawsuits. In the store environment, retailers need to evaluate the physical security of POS terminals and self-scanning technology.

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Increasing personalization using the power of analytics

iVend

Online shopping is intrinsically more personalized – a customer can be greeted by name, shown previous orders, receive suggestions for items they might like and have their payment details stored for seamless checkout. Hiring staff is a real issue, especially in the holiday season – can POS technology help?

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