Navigating Card Brand Changes: The Impact of Downgrading
As an Independent Software Vendor (ISV) or Value Added Reseller (VAR) relying on residual income from credit card processing, it’s critical to stay informed of changes made by card brands to their interchange rates and fees. These changes can have a direct impact on...
Going Cashless in a Post-Covid Era
Going cashless in a post-covid era. What does it mean for the future?
Analyzing Merchant Statements: Let Technology Do the Hard Part
Analyzing merchant processing statements can be a simple process with the right tools. Those who stay ahead of the curve are taking advantage of software that powers the payment processing industry. We recognize that statement analysis is essential, and we want our...
Sealing the Deal: Setting Merchant Expectations to Keep Up with Industry Trends
The Payment Industry has new advancements in technology that frequently alter merchant expectations. As they continue to experience increased products and services to help grow their business, the market grows even more competitive. What are you doing that's part of...
Pass-through vs. Flat Rate Pricing: Presenting the Best Options to Your Merchants
"Why is my effective rate different this month versus last month?” This is one of the most common concerns we hear from new merchants after their first few months of processing. Explaining the fundamentals of interchange to a merchant is no easy feat. When selling...
Three Tips to Grow Your Payments Portfolio
Advantages of a BOLD portfolio Building a portfolio with BOLD is a unique experience that many may struggle to find elsewhere. Whether you are building off of an existing book of business or starting from scratch, BOLD has the resources to assist with your company’s...
The Upcoming Changes to PCI-DSS and Timeline for v4.0
PCI-DSS has adopted new changes and rules for v4.0. Take a look at the upcoming changes and timeline for v4.0.
Covering the Upcoming Regulations to Cash Discounting
The industry and what we consider “cash discounting” is changing. As regulations from the card brands begin to mount, many merchant processors are looking to offer a variety of compliant fee-based programs for their merchants. As BOLD continues to uncover details, the...
