by daveo@designsbydaveo.com | Aug 11, 2017 | Blog
PCI compliance can be confusing, but it is critical that merchants understand and follow the requirements Data breaches, including credit card breaches, are alarming both because of the theft of confidential financial information, and because they seem to occur far...
by daveo@designsbydaveo.com | Aug 11, 2017 | Blog
The application process for a cash advance is easier than the traditional route—a huge advantage for small business owners who are already pressed for time. Running a small business takes a lot of hard work. Many small businesses today deal with economic uncertainty...
by daveo@designsbydaveo.com | Aug 11, 2017 | Blog
As a business owner, you know the value your loyalty cards play to your bottom line profit margin. But I also know how busy you all are. So here are a few fast helpful reminders that are easy to keep in mind and execute. 1. Load $5 or $10 on no less than 10 gift cards...
by daveo@designsbydaveo.com | Aug 11, 2017 | Blog
EMV is a chip-based technology considered as the new global standard for credit and debit card payments. Why is everyone talking about EMV technology? What is it anyway? How does it affect business owners? Is it a requirement? How do I get it? Let’s start from...
by daveo@designsbydaveo.com | Aug 11, 2017 | Blog
How does the new liability shift from card issuer to merchant affect your business? As of October 2015, the U.S. (through payment networks) implemented the “liability shift”, designed to support the transition to EMV technology and to reduce credit card fraud. Before...