At The Grocer - Paper Or Plastic?

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 by Joshua B

Do cashiers at your grocery store still ask "paper or plastic"?  While most people I know prefer reusable bags or paper bags, rather than plastic ones, when it comes to payment options the opposite is true.  Most consumers now prefer to pay with credit or debit card (i.e. plastic) rather than with cash (i.e. paper).

Regardless of how you refer to it, North American Bancard offers the best credit card processing for small business, including many grocery stores.  What makes us the best?  Good question.  We believe it is the fact that we offer the guaranteed lowest processing rates combined with 24/7 technical support and the best customer service in the industry.

If you're looking for a new merchant account provider for your grocery store or simply an upgrade to your existing retail credit card machines, call on North American Bancard.  With a  merchant account from North American Bancard, you can take advantage of state-of-the-art technology that integrates seamlessly with your existing system and processes.

Call us at 800-BANCARD today!


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.

A Keen Eye On Profits & Business Image

Thursday, July 8, 2010 by Joshua B
Customers are impressed with businesses that "have it all together".  A good way to portray this success is in the use of top-of-the-line equipment at your checkout.  Even thinking a bit outside of the norm, and offering "on the sales floor" checkout could really impress clientele.  North American Bancard can help facilitate some of these types of ideas.  We can help you capture more of your hard-earned profits while providing you the new technology that will certainly impress.

Calling 800-BANCARD is the first step toward improving your business with a quality payment system that fits your needs.  At North American Bancard, we do more than simply providing you with a credit card machine.  We offer comprehensive merchant account and POS solutions that make the entire payment process easier for your customers and your sales team.

Whether you are looking for ways to incrementally increase profits or simply an upgrade in the look and functionality of POS process and equipment we can help.  We have a wide range of solutions and devices to fit your needs.  Visit our website today.  While you're there you can take a closer look at our equipment offerings and even begin the online application process, if you so desire.

Fast Processing = Happy Customers

Tuesday, July 6, 2010 by Joshua B
The equation is fairly simple.  All other things being equal, customers will be happiest and you will build the most loyal customer base if you provide services that go above and beyond your competitors.  This includes the ability to process their purchases quickly, efficiently and securely.  The time it takes to checkout each of your guest can say a lot about your business. 

An excessively long wait at the checkout certainly tarnishes the positive impression of your store, one that you have worked so hard to perfect.  Think about it.  Do you really want the last impression of your store, from those that have already shown they will purchase from you, to be negative?  Don't put the fate of your customer base in the hands of amateurs.  Call on North American Bancard to put together a customized plan which includes payment processor software and retail credit card machines that fit your specific needs.

We can help you keep your checkout lines short, even during peak periods by showing you efficient POS solutions and offering you best-in-class equipment from Magtek and Hypercom.  In addition to the fast processing capabilities, you'll enjoy low payment processing fees, the lowest in the industry, to help out your bottom line.

To apply for your merchant account online, simply visit our website or call 800-BANCARD for more information.

Touch Up Your Tech Offerings

Thursday, June 10, 2010 by Joshua B
You have to embrace it.  Technology is ever-changing.  And, as a business person, you will have to adapt the way you do business and the tools you use to ensure that you harness new technologies to maximize profits.  North American Bancard has figured this out too.  We continually update service and product offering with the latest and greatest technologies that have proven to improve speed and performance of our solutions, like the wireless credit card processing machines that are now being widely used.  Innovations like these make life easier for business owners and the clients they serve.

Our President, Marc Gardner, said this about North American Bancard's commitment to innovation; "...we are fully committed to providing our sales partners with the most advanced technology available today."  Whether that means giving client a better way to accept electronic payments or simply offering a broader range of innovative products, like the Nurit 8000 or Verifone Vx670, North American Bancard will continue to lead the way.

For more information about our unique technology-driven credit and debit card processing options, call 800-BANCARD or visit our website today!

Terminal Convenience

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 by Joshua B
Looking for a way to make processing credit cards faster than you currently can do it?  One little upgrade to your retail credit card machines can make it all happen.  They're called tap-and-go terminals and they have made it easier than ever for your customers to pay for their purchases with no more than a wave of their hand.

North American Bancard has a number of great products and even some that will allow you to take advantage of this relatively new technology as part of your payment system.  The VIVOpay 4000, one of the preeminent contactless payment terminals available, could be the perfect fit to provide a convenient and simple checkout process for your clients, without taking up too much of your precious counter space.  The terminal is compact and flexible enough to easily be integrated in to your existing software and mounted for maximum

North American Bancard has some great products that will allow you to implement this speedy technology in your payment system.  The VIVOpay 4000 is one of the top contactless payment devices available and is especially convenience for businesses who may be lacking extra counter space.  Its designed to easily integrate with existing software and its compact size makes it easy to find a place to mount it at your counter.

The terminal has the capability to accept a wide range of card types including loyalty, gift and private-label gift cards, if you need them to do so.  Of course, as a merchant account with North American Bancard, you'll have the ability to accept all major credit cards and access to products just like the VIVOpay 4000, many times at little or no cost to you.

See our line of products and services online to learn more about the tap-and-go technology that we can help you use in your business.
 

Top Ten Reasons To Use North American Bancard

Thursday, June 3, 2010 by Joshua B
Top 10 reasons to use North American Bancard for all of your merchant account service needs:
  1. Free Credit Card Machine: We offer the best free equipment program in industry. State of the Art terminals, check readers and pin pads that are truly free! 
  2. Customer Service: When you call, a human being answers the phone and takes care of you right away.
  3. Cost: Low discount rates & per transaction cost
  4. Low monthly fees
  5. Low/No set up fees
  6. 24/ 7/365 customer service
  7. Reprogramming of your current equipment for free
  8. Wide range of other services:  Electronic checks, check guarantee & conversion, credit and debit, loyalty/gift cards, merchant cash advances and more. 
  9. Full understanding of the industry: Our sales consultants have extensive training and experience in the processing needs, requirements and all possible solutions for most industries. 
  10. Ethical business practices
Need more reasons?  Visit our website and then begin the merchant account application process today!

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.

Footloose & Free

Monday, May 24, 2010 by Joshua B
Providing your business with a great way to make additional revenue on-the-go is one of the specialties of North American Bancard.  We provide state-of-the-art wireless solutions to satisfy the needs of businesses serving an increasingly mobile customer base.  Customers are getting more and more accustomed to having convenient payment options at their disposal.

If you are looking for a way to capitalize on a new customer niche by providing payment processing options wirelessly, look no further than North American Bancard and our full line of wireless credit card processing machines.  These solutions not only allow your business to stay mobile, but also offer some of the lowest credit card processing rates in the industry. We are so sure of this that we offer a $500 guarantee that our rates will beat the rates of your current, reputable merchant account services providers.
 
Visit our website to find out exactly what you can expect from our wireless solutions.
 
Once you have reviewed our product offerings, find out what people are saying about our services by visiting our review page here.  At North American Bancard, we truly believe that, if you have all of the information to make an informed decision, the obvious choice in a merchant account provider is us.

Clean Things Up A Bit

Monday, May 24, 2010 by Joshua B
I hope you're in the mood to clean things up a little bit.  After all, it still is spring and you could save yourself a lot of money.  I can't think of a better time to "spring clean" your existing point of sale system and evaluate whether or not it still meets your business needs.

I know we, at North American Bancard, are ready and willing to help you "clean".  We will happily work along side you to figure out what to throw out and what just needs a little attention.  Having worked with thousands of businesses in similar situations, we have the expertise and experience to make solid recommendations about new wireless credit card processing machines, payment processor software and more.

Feel free to call us up and ask for help.  We won't try to sell you a completely new system if we don't honestly believe that one is needed.  The beauty of our solutions is that they are flexible enough, in most cases, to work with some existing hardware or solutions.  Our representatives will be honest in their assessment of your needs and will allow you to make a pressure-free decision.

Call 800-BANCARD today or visit our website for more information.  We promise that you won't be disappointed.

Capitalizing On A Slow Economic Turnaround

Monday, May 17, 2010 by Joshua B
Slowly but surely statistics are showing that the economy is coming back around.  Hopefully, before you know it, your store or restaurant will once again be busier than you can handle.  We can only hope, right?  But, as we daydream about better profits to come, we also need to make sure that we are ready to make these dreams a reality.

Is your POS equipment ready to handle the stress of a higher workload?  As you know, slow retail credit card machines can create bad experiences for your customers.  Each passing minute that a customer has to wait in line because of a slow transaction takes away from their good experience in your store or with your company.

So, as things are supposedly improving, make sure you are ready.  Take a look at the wide range of POS services and solutions offered by North American Bancard.  We offer some of the lowest credit card processing rates in the industry, the ability to accept electronic payments and so much more.  Visit our website to take a look at the retail credit card machines and innovative software solutions for yourself.

Pay Only For What You Need, Keep The Rest

Monday, May 17, 2010 by Joshua B
What a novel concept, paying for only what you need.  For years, businesses in the payment processing industry have been packaging solutions making it seem like they are saving you money by doing so.  The reality is that, since every business is different, their needs are different and these "packages" don't necessarily include what they need.  The fact is that businesses may be paying more and getting less use out of the packages because of this.   At North American Bancard, we make sure to give your business only what you need, saving you money right off the bat.

Our philosophy is to design a payment system specifically to meet your needs.  We'll work with you, side-by-side, to develop payment processor software solutions that fit your needs now and are scalable enough to grow with you.  We offer a top-notch internet credit care processor with our Authorize.net solution, more traditional retail credit card machines and everything in between.

You no longer have to settle for packages that don't provide you with exactly what you want.  Apply to become a client of North American Bancard and begin enjoying the benefits of our custom-tailored packages right away.

In Your Social Circles

Monday, May 10, 2010 by Joshua B
You probably already run in social circles on Facebook, Twitter or the like.  Do you use these social networking sites to get informed on new products or services or connect with companies that you frequent?  If so, you may want to know that North American Bancard is in your social networking "neighborhood".  We do our best to keep our own clients and prospective clients informed of the latest updates in payment processor software and retail credit card machines. If you're interested, just look us up on your social networking site of choice.  Chances are we will be there.

If you don't already know of us, we are a leader in credit and debit card processing services, keeping credit card terminal fees as low as possible for our clients.  If you take the time to connect with us on Facebook, it could go a long way toward finding out more about us and, ultimately, saving you money on the credit and debit card processing fees that your company is already paying.

Whether you are looking for a new, full-service merchant account provider or just an update or upgrade of an existing, portable credit card swiper, "friend" North American Bancard and stay up-to-date on their latest news and offers.

Always Here To Help

Monday, May 10, 2010 by Joshua B
Since our inception, North American Bancard has always valued customer service above all else.  Certainly, we strive to offer the best products and technological services to our clients, but we know that the quality technical and customer support we provide is what sets us apart from any competition.  It is our philosophy that the client deserves our full attention when a pressing need or questions arises.  With this philosophy, we have been able to go above and beyond to satisfy customer needs.  Here is one such customer:

"About a month prior to opening our store, I spoke with my local bank about a merchant account. I was told to call their sales office. After leaving multiple messages, I went to the yellow pages and found North American Bancard. They were very professional and had us up and processing by the end of the week. Additionally their pricing on the equipment and the processing was better."  -Jaime, from "The Collection"

Whether you are looking for retail credit card machines or the lowest debit card processing fees in the industry, we can provide them.  While these benefits may persuade you to join our network initially, and are certainly important, we believe that our level of "always here" customer service is what will keep you a client of ours for years to come. 

May Flowers And Other Green Initiatives

Monday, May 10, 2010 by Joshua B
Looking to go green?  Did you know that part of going green includes updating your payment processing solutions?  North American Bancard can help you reduce waste by eliminating unnecessary paperwork, while increasing productivity and efficiency of your workers and your bookkeeping processes.  Along with the obvious ability to accept electronic payments and all major credit cards, North American Bancard provides software that makes the bookkeeping process transparent and clear for you.

The state-of-the-art retail credit card machines, like the one provided by North American Bancard provides, give you the ability to streamline the entire process from checkout to final audit of your books.  This allows your customers to move through the checkout line more quickly, improving their experience, while eliminating countless hours of administrative work on the back end.

So take a moment and visit our website or give us a call at 800-BANCARD to see what products are available for your business and your needs.

The Tools You Need To Succeed

Monday, May 3, 2010 by Joshua B
Let us help you get the tools you need to succeed in business. Along with our partner, Capital for Merchants, we can provide you with the capital, technology and resources to grow your business, as you see fit.  North American Bancard offers the best credit card processing for small business with some of the lowest rates you'll find anywhere.  In addition to our great rates, our outstanding customer service team is ready to answer your questions or resolve your issues, any time of day or night.

After opening your merchant account with North American Bancard, you will be able to benefit from our free terminal program, which allows you utilize state-of-the-art, retail credit card machines, like the Nurit 8000, at little or no cost to you.

Visit our website and review our wide range of product and service offerings.  From wireless units to traditional countertop terminals, and everywhere in between, North American Bancard has the tools you need to put together a better POS system.



 

Unrestricted Growth Opportunities

Monday, May 3, 2010 by Joshua B
Let North American Bancard show you how you can leverage your relationship with us to gain access to capital that allows you and your business nearly unrestricted growth opportunities.  North American Bancard is proud to partner with Capital for Merchants to offer business cash advances that fit your needs and make it easier than ever for you to obtain these funds.
Whatever you business needs Capital for Merchants can help.  Do you need to purchase new retail credit card machines for that new brick-and-mortar store?  Do you need to purchase wireless credit card processing equipment to allow your employees to checkout customers while on the floor?  For any need, you can obtain up to $250,000 from Capital for Merchants.  The business cash advance process is much simpler than it is going through a bank and the repayment program is unique.  A small percentage of each transaction is allocated to pay back the loan amount, so you don't have to worry about making sure you have enough at the end of the month to make another loan payment.

For more information about Capital for Merchants, visit their website.  For more information about a merchant account from North American Bancard call us at 800-BANCARD.

 

 

POS Terminals That Work For You

Monday, April 26, 2010 by Joshua B
At North American Bancard, we offer only the best products, from the best manufacturers.  If you visit our website, this may be one of the first things you notice.  In addition to the high level of 24/7 customer and technical support that we provide, we feel that the hardware that we offer differentiates us from many others in the industry.  We select only the best manufacturers' products to use to extend our solutions to you.

To find out more about the retail credit card machines that we provide, visit our online solutions center and take a look for yourself.  We have everything from a mobile credit card swiper to electronic check readers, and everything in between.  If you look closely enough at these products, you may notice something that looks odd.  Many of these hardware solutions are offered to merchant account clients for free.  Don't believe me?  I don't blame you, but it's true. Call 800-BANCARD to speak with a service representative and they can explain everything.

More Wireless Payment Solutions

Friday, April 16, 2010 by Joshua B
Have you considered adding wireless credit card processing machines to your point of sale system?  Advances in technology has made it easier than ever to integrate North American Bancard's unmatched services with some of the best new payment products out there.  The Nurit 2085 is a great example of this.  Actually, there are a number of products, provided by North American Bancard, that could help you meet your goals of a wireless POS system.

Adding a wireless terminal creates a new level of convenience for you and your customers.  This level of convenience means better efficiency at checkout and, in turn, increased profit potential.  Getting started is simple.  With a merchant account from North American Bancard, we will help you through the entire process from selection of services to product setup and training.  Most of the terminals that we offer a very user-friendly and intuitive, making retraining simple and fast.

To find out more about the wireless payment solutions that we have to offer, visit our website or call 800-BANCARD today and one of our representatives will be happy to speak with you.
 

Your Return On Investment

Monday, April 12, 2010 by Joshua B
Do you track the ROI of your current point of sale system?  What criteria did you use when selecting the hardware or software you currently utilize?  Or, do you have any retail credit card machines at all?  If you aren't yet accepting credit or debit cards from your clients, then you are certainly losing out on revenues in that area.  You are probably also losing out on customers who no longer carry cash at all.

Providing customers with the ability to accept credit cards really changes the way your point of sales system works.  North American Bancard has years of experience assisting businesses with the setup of a POS system that maximizes profitability, while keeping things as simple as possible.  As a merchant account client, we provide you with some of the lowest payment processing fees in the industry, some of the best products available and the best service and support that you will find. 

All of this adds up to a point of sale system that provides you significant and trackable ROI.
Interested in finding out more?  Visit our website now, or call 800-BANCARD any time of day or night.  We'll be glad to speak with you about how we can help.