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How ISVs can capitalise on the payments journey

The e-commerce sector is rapidly growing; independent software vendors (ISVs) and merchants are looking to capitalise on this through the use of payments technology. However, this can prove to be challenging as maximising returns from growth often comes down to convenience

PayFacs: what they are, why you might need one and how they are reshaping payments

Payment facilitation – PayFac – has helped many business ease the transition to a world dominated by digital payments. The concept is continuing to evolve

Managing risks and costs of ecommerce payments in South Korea

E-commerce is booming in South Korea, the world’s tenth largest economy. But merchants must be wary about potential pitfalls from setting up shop in a country where diverse payment methods and currency controls dominate

Wear protection coating – an industry riding the waves of change

Amid global instability, businesses are having to rethink their strategies and goals. The coating market is undergoing unprecedented technological and cultural development in order to keep up

The unexpected sectors on the frontline of software disruption

Dispersion – the tech trend everyone is talking about. Breaking down distance and traditional distribution barriers is no longer the preserve of retail conglomerates like Amazon; new sectors and new players are catching up

Wear protection coating – well maintained vacuum is key for best results

To assure the quality and therefore the functionality of PVD and CVD coatings, the equipment and process must be in stable condition. Since vacuum cannot be replaced, you want to ensure that no malfunctions occur. This way customers enjoy a longer durability for tools and decorative elements in the automotive sector, cosmetic industries and bathroom fittings

Software entrepreneurs talk ‘accelerating their growth’

Digital commerce has ramped up over recent years. Software companies aiming to scale up should heed the advice of industry veterans who have done it all before

The way people shop is changing – what it’s essential you know

Catalysed by the Covid-19 pandemic and sharp shifts in shopping preferences, the world of retail has shifted. Brands must understand the drivers of change if they are to adapt and succeed

Payment orchestration: what it means and why businesses should consider it

What if one neat platform could authorise, route and reconcile transactions – while managing the mixture of providers, acquirers and banks that merchants must deal with? Enter payment orchestration

Why cross-border payment solutions hold the key to unlocking high growth markets

Cross-border payments offer businesses untold opportunities to boost their bottom-lines and grow. But there are risks – expert guidance should be sought and used