A Mobile Conundrum

Tuesday, July 20, 2010 by Joshua B

Considering offering mobile payment options at your retailer or service company?  Many business leaders are now seriously considering adding these options but are unsure of what type of services or devices would best fit their needs.  For instance, which mobile credit card swiper option is better?  Really, it depends. 

Hardware-based systems might benefit brick-and-mortar merchants because the hardware, like the Nurit 8000, often can help speed up checkout lines. But mobile merchants may prefer software-based systems because they would not have to carry anything other than a phone when going to make a sale or accept a payment.  Many large retailers are now employing a strategy, with mobile payment devices in hand, called "line busting".  Line busting typically involves retail employees with handheld devices scanning customer merchandise and accepting card payments while on the merchandise floor.

North American Bancard offer options for both types of devices or software applications.  Take a look at our website and see for yourself the types of hardware and software applications that we have to offer you and your business.
 


Different Accounts For Different Needs

Thursday, July 8, 2010 by Joshua B
Selecting the proper merchant account provider can be a seemingly complex process.  It's important to understand the differences between the types of transactions and some basic terminology.  Basically, there are two types of transactions, those that are swiped and those that are keyed.

In a traditional retail transaction (swiped), the transaction is processed using retail credit card machines or terminals, fact to face.  Most standard retailers, restaurants and hotels fall into this category.  In fact, even less traditional, wireless processors using mobile credit card swipers fall into this category because the transactions are completed using a physical card and equipment.

On the contrary, a card-not-present transaction (keyed) is just as it sounds.  The card is not physically present during the transaction.  Applications of this process include mail order, phone or internet sales and these transactions require stricter guidelines and security procedures.

Take a moment to access your own needs.  What type of transactions will you be processing most often?  North American Bancard can help you figure out what you need, get you setup with payment processor software and devices like the Nurit 8000, if that's what you need.  We promise not to "sell" you a package, instead we'll listen closely, understand your needs and suggest the best options to help.  Call 800-BANCARD or visit our website to find out more about the types of services we can offer you.

Card Not Present - Are You Compliant?

Monday, June 28, 2010 by Joshua B
In order to ensure that you are not taking on unnecessary liability, it is of utmost importance to be sure that all of your business' payment transactions are secure.  This should be a top priority for your business on all transactions, even more so for card-not-present transactions.

As the name suggests, card-not-present transactions occur any time you process a credit card that is not physically there.  This can mean a transaction for an online sale, mail-order or phone order.  Due to the nature of these transactions, they require extra precautions and security protocol.  We, at North American Bancard, have a number of products and services that will help to ensure that you fulfill your obligations during card-not-present transactions. Whether you are looking for a virtual gateway, mobile credit card swiper or any other payment solution, we can help with PCI compliance.

Give us a call at 800-BANCARD today! Our service representatives are more than willing to help answer any questions you may have.  

Declare Your Independence

Monday, June 28, 2010 by Joshua B
Looking to give your business that extra edge?  Something that could provide you with that extra independence and flexibility?  There are a number of new wireless payment devices that can help give you this edge.  A mobile credit card swiper, like the Nurit 8000, have come a long way and are becoming more and more popular as businesses begin thinking of new applications for them.  A wireless merchant account from North American Bancard could give your business the mobility that you require to close more sales and increase your profits.

Take a moment to contemplate the benefits of accepting credit cards from your car, your home office or even while on vacation, all with a small, portable device.  A few specific devices or services and their benefits include:

- The Verifone VX670: The latest in security with a large, backlit screen

- The WAY Systems MTT:  Approx. the size of a cell phone, equipped with built-in infrared printer

- DialCharge: Software services allow you to process transactions automatically from any phone

Learn more about the details of our terminal programs by visiting our website.  Let North American Bancard help you gain your independence with the help of our wireless solutions!

Innovation Leads The Way

Monday, June 28, 2010 by Joshua B
Understanding that innovation is a major part of a successful business, North American Bancard strives to provide innovative products and services to its clients each and every day. Any business that stands still will not survive in this fast-paced, so the payment processor software and mobile credit card swiper options that we provide are always the latest and greatest available. 

We carry a wide range of products and services, from wireless credit card processing machines like the Nurit 8000 to services that allow our clients to accept electronic payments via their website, by phone or by mail.  Regardless of your industry, North American Bancard has something for every type of business.

In order to make sure that your business stays on the cutting edge of innovation and as secure as can be, North American Bancard offers the latest in PCI compliant services and products.  To view what we have to offer you, visit our website today.  If you have any questions regarding our innovative product line or the security of our payment systems, simply give one of our representatives a call at 800-BANCARD! 

The Sound Of Security

Monday, June 21, 2010 by Joshua B
In business, the safety and security of information is always a concern.  However, it becomes even more important to safeguard when you are dealing with your customer's private or financial data, as it should.   You are aware and may have even experienced a situation where credit card skimmers or scammers have attempted or even succeeded in obtaining this sort of information from a payment system or process that was less than secure.

Thankfully, North American Bancard can offer your business secure payment processor software which can significantly reduce both the liability on your business and the overall risk of data theft.  Going a few steps beyond, we work with many of the industry's most innovative manufacturers and offer some of the most secure payment processing terminals on the market.  These devices include multiple point of authentication, data encryption and other safeguards to ensure that the person using the credit or debit card is the rightful owner of that account.

So, regardless of whether you are looking for the best credit card processing for small business, a new mobile credit card swiper or simply ability to accept electronic payments, you understand that security is of utmost importance and North American Bancard makes it easier for you to do.  Call 800-BANCARD or visit our website today to find out more.

The Way We Do Business

Monday, June 21, 2010 by Joshua B
It's just the way we do business.  That is, we resolve to make a strong commitment of quality to our customers and we follow through on that commitment.  In business since 1992, North American Bancard has steadily grown our loyal customer base year over year.  It is certainly our commitment to quality of service that has made us as successful as we have been so far and we plan to continue to build upon that success. 

Most businesses acknowledge that payment equipment and services are an essential part of a modern business model and a business' success.  At North American Bancard, we want to be sure that your systems and process are in prime condition and as effective and efficient as they can be for you.

North American Bancard provides merchant credit card processing services that can be tailored specifically to your needs.  Whether you are looking for an online payment gateway like the ones provided by Authorize.net or a mobile credit card swiper for your service business, now you know where to turn.  Visit us online or give us a call at 800-BANCARD for more information.

Mobile Payment Alternatives

Monday, June 21, 2010 by Joshua B
Once you become a merchant account client with North American Bancard, a wealth of different payment methods and technology options are at your fingertips.  Using a portable credit card swiper like the Nurit 8000, can have a significant, positive impact on convenience for your staff and your customers.  Giving them the option to pay with credit or debit card and utilize intuitive payment terminals will only serve to improve the customer experience while freeing your checkout staff to meet the customer's need on the sales floor or wherever their work takes them.

For a full review of the solutions we have to offer visit our website now!  There, you will find all kinds of POS equipment that will help your business become more mobile and efficient.  Anything you need from the ability to accept electronic payments to internet merchant account services and more, North American Bancard can provide, including innovative mobile payment equipment and services like the Nurit 8000 or any other mobile credit card swiper in our product set.


Can I Get A Witness?

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 by Joshua B
How are we doing?  In order to continue to improve our level of customer service and support, we need your eyewitness account.  If you are already a North American Bancard merchant account client, great!  We certainly need to hear from you.  And, don't be afraid to provide us with criticism.  While we strive for perfection, we also have heard our fair share of North American Bancard complaints and use these to focus on areas of greatest need.

The input that you provide, both as a prospective client looking at our services objectively and as a client with a first-hand account of how we work, is invaluable.  At North American Bancard, we really do want our clients to have it all.  We want them to have the lowest debit card processing fees, the newest mobile credit card swiper and the overall best credit card processing for small business and enterprise.  Utilizing feedback to ensure that we are meeting these goals is just a part of the bigger picture.

Don't just take my word for it.  See for yourself by visiting our website and taking a look at what others are already saying about us.  If you want to learn more about setting up an account, just give us a call at 800-BANCARD, any time. 

The Tools You Need To Cultivate Business Success

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 by Joshua B
Do you know what tools you need to create a successful POS and maximize profits at checkout?  Most businesses don't know exactly what they need to get the job done and that's why North American Bancard is here, to help you figure it all out.  No one expects you to be an expert on the mobile credit card swiper like the Nurit 8000.  You're an expert in your business and we are experts in ours.  All we ask is that you give us a chance to help you out.  Call us at 800-BANCARD and speak with a representative who will listen to your needs and has the expertise to put the tools in place to meet those needs.

We have carefully crafted our solutions to be flexible and affordable enough to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes.  In fact, we believe that we offer the best credit card processing for small businesses just like yours and our solutions are scalable enough to grow with you.
For more information about our services or the products we offer, like those from Nurit, Verifone, Hypercom and more, visit our website today.

We Grow As You Grow

Monday, June 14, 2010 by Joshua B
As a growing business, we feel that we have a unique perspective in helping other growing businesses, like yours, succeed.  North American Bancard is a growing merchant account provider and is always on the forefront of modern business innovations, consistently offering highly-competitive pricing, and 24/7 customer service second to none. For these reasons over 100,000 businesses trust North American Bancard with more than $8 billion-worth of payment transactions every year. 

We offer the best credit card processing for small business, ensuring that our services remain affordable and tailored to meet the unique goals and ambitions of growing small businesses.  We also have numerous enterprise-level clients that are continuing to grow with the help of North American Bancard and our low payment processing fees.  We offer these clients payment processor software and equipment that meets and exceed their high demands for fast transactions and reliable service.

For more information about our innovative product offerings, like the Nurit 8000 or any other mobile credit card swiper visit our website or call 800-BANCARD.  We will do our best to show you how we continue to grow alongside our clients.

Do What You Need To Do

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 by Joshua B
For the smallest or biggest needs of your company, why not look into a merchant cash advance?  As an entrepreneur myself, I have been in situations where I needed additional capital that my bank wouldn't necessarily approve me for.  It is a frustrating place to be put.  On one hand you know that this investment will pay off handsomely because you see the opportunity ahead of you while on the other, you don't have adequate cash flow or reserves to fund the initial investment.

No matter what your needs, North American Bancard and its partner, Capital for Merchants, can help.  Here's what they can do.  Capital for Merchants can provide you as much as $250,000 to fund capital improvements in your business, with approval in as little as 72 hours.  Use the funds for anything you wish, from purchasing a better mobile credit card swiper to overhauling your entire POS system and anything else you need to have done to improve efficiency and the bottom line.

The loan application and repayment process is unique in that there is no large monthly payment, no need to worry about having enough to make the loan payment at the end of each month.  For specific details of how it all works visit Capital for Merchant's website.  You'll be glad you did.

Jack Of All Trades

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 by Joshua B
Don't you think it's great when you can pickup everything you need in one place?  At North American Bancard we are truly a "Jack Of All Trades" company.  We offer all of our solutions, products and services on a single platform, making service, billing and management easy to handle.  Why add the extra headache of multiple vendors handling each component of your POS when you can get the best credit card processing for small business from one vendor, North American Bancard?

Take a look at some of North American Bancard's offerings:

- The ability to accept electronic payments by using a great product like Authorize.net 
- Use of mobile credit card swipers, if needed
- Access to a great selection of the latest countertop payment processing terminals
- The lowest credit card processing rates in the industry 
- 24/7 service and support, unmatched in the industry

Stop by our website and take a closer look that the offerings that we provide.  We have everything you need to put together a comprehensive, well-thought-out POS system that fits the needs of your unique business.
 

A Storied Past & Bright Future

Tuesday, June 1, 2010 by Joshua B
Does your business have a solid history and a good reputation in the community.  There is certainly value in this and if you aren't actively working on this reputation then you're probably letting others, even competitors, "write your story" for you.  One easy thing you can do to begin is to take control of the POS system.  Investing some capital into retail credit card machines or a mobile credit card swiper might be the simplest way to improve the customer experience.

At North American Bancard, we know that it is of utmost importance that your system fit the exact needs of your business.  For this reason, we won't attempt to sell you a one-size-fits all solution.  Instead, we'll listen closely to your needs.  If you have specific requests for service or products that you'd like include, we will certainly oblige.  If you don't quite know where to start, we will put together a customized proposal including the products and services that we feel would fit best for you business.

So start taking control of your future today.  Invest in a new or upgraded point-of-sale system from North American Bancard.

Services For The Restaurant Industry

Monday, May 17, 2010 by Joshua B
Restaurant owners or managers like you, know precisely what it's like to work with outdated, inconvenient payment processing software and machines.  It's a fact that the food service industry needs special features to adequately conduct payment processing, unlike anything needed in other industries.  Systems must take into account gratuity, combination of bar and dining room tabs, they must offer options that allow servers to split checks and more.  If you are not working with the best software and equipment you could be regretting it soon.

North American Bancard can help you out.  As I mentioned, you need a solution that will meet your needs instead of finding a cookie-cutter system and trying to adapt your process around it.  We can do just that and have experience creating fully-customized solutions for the restaurant industry.  So, while we know that no two restaurants are exactly alike, we understand the basics and have a "head start" in the process.

Give us a call at 800-BANCARD or visit our website to find out exactly how we can help you out.  Looking to mix things up a bit?  We offer innovative POS ideas for your wait staff including implementation of mobile credit card swipers for use right at the table.  Take a look at the North American Bancard advantage, it's easy to see.


Service Industry Specialists

Monday, May 10, 2010 by Joshua B
Since we provide services of our own, we at North American Bancard, understand the unique needs of businesses in the service industry.  Providing your customers with payment options that make it easy on them, and also your own employees, is very important.  Payment options that are quick and easy, like the ones that can be done using a North American Bancard portable credit card swiper are ideal for applications just like this. 

Ready to find out more about specific products and services?  Our staff is ready to help design a solution for your service business and help you begin to enjoy a more convenience point of sale process.

As I mentioned, one of the best products that we can offer to the service industry is a mobile credit card swiper along with reliable processing service, offered by North American Bancard.  Whether you are an electronics or HVAC company or a part-time handyman around the neighborhood, a wireless device would be a great benefit to your business.  Our product "showroom" is available 24/7.  All you need to do is go to our website to check out our wide range of mobile payment devices or call 800-BANCARD.

Can You Sustain This Growth?

Monday, May 10, 2010 by Joshua B
How are you going about ensuring that your profitability remains at current levels or exceeds them?  You have probably started doing this by determining if revenue from existing customers has been maximized.  After all, it is certainly less costly to keep a current customer than to recruit new ones.  Taking a look at all of the ways to improve average transaction amounts is a good place to start. 

Are you losing sales because your current POS system is inefficient or inflexible?  Would using a mobile credit card swiper that could checkout customers on the sales floor be beneficial?  Are you losing sales because you lack a user-friendly or fully-functional online shopping cart?  Depending on your type of business, getting answers to one or all of these question is of utmost importance.

You have seen the trend, more customers now prefer to use credit or debit cards instead of cash, even for small transactions.  Making it more convenient for them to pay in this way only makes sense and could lead to sustained revenue growth that you are looking for.

North American Bancard
provides top of the line services and extends these services to you, and your customers with the best products available.  We can provide you with products from some of the best brands in the industry like Nurit and Hypercom.  Begin your merchant account application today.

Merchant Account 101

Monday, May 10, 2010 by Joshua B
Did you just start a new business and are looking to figure out the best point of sale payment system?  As you will probably find out yourself, there are a number of options available to you and a number of merchant credit card processing companies out there.

The first thing you will probably want to do is make sure that you select a merchant card services provider that listens to your needs, one that you can trust and one that can design a customized POS system that meets your unique needs.  Fortunately, all of these attributes can be found in one company.  That company is North American Bancard.

Once you've decided that North American Bancard is the provider for you, you'll need to determine what functionality and features are most attractive to you.  If you'd like, a representative will help you through this process.  Simply call 800-BANCARD for help from our knowledgeable reps.  You may be interested in a mobile credit card swiper or internet credit card processor options, depending on the type of business you do.  Whatever your needs, we will be able to help while also providing you some of the lowest credit card processing rates in the industry.  Find out more today.

The Right Products For You

Monday, May 3, 2010 by Joshua B
Where other merchant account providers have failed you, North American Bancard will make your day!  We offer some of the best products in the industry, using these products to extend our innovative credit and debit card processing services to you and your clients.  We take the time to put together just the right mix of POS equipment, like a mobile credit card swiper, if needed, and unique services and payment processing software options.

Each piece of POS equipment can be seen on our website, so feel free to check out what we have to offer there.

We have all of the products that you could need, for every industry and every application.  Better still, we offer most of these products as part of our free terminal program for merchant account clients.  That's right, if you are a client of North American Bancard, chances are that the POS equipment you will utilize is free to you or provided at very little cost.  Think of the costs savings that you'll see from this benefit alone. 

As I mentioned, these products are available online, at any time, for your review.  If you have questions beyond what is described online, give one of our representatives a call at 800-BANCARD.  They'll be happy to help.
 

 

Take The Next Step

Monday, April 26, 2010 by Joshua B
What is the next step in your business' life cycle?  Are you ready to take it to the next level but don't know who can help?  North American Bancard and its partners are here to help you get the capital that you require to make the "next step" a reality.  Making your business cash advance easier than ever to get, Capital for Merchants is unique and different from any other lender you have probably worked with in the past.

With Capital for Merchants, you can leverage your business' greatest potential, its future revenues, to help you grow and meet goals immediately.  You are able to borrow up to $250,00 for use on any upgrades you make, whether that be a new mobile credit card swiper, a new payment processing terminal or anything else.

Keeping things simple, Capital for Merchants takes a small, fixed percentage of daily revenues to repay the amount borrowed.  Benefits include a 95% approval rate, no collateral needed, no closing costs and loan payments that are tax deductible.  Visit our website or Capital for Merchants directly to find out more about how we can help you reach your goals.