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What Is an ACH Payment Facilitator?

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Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments are a type of electronic bank-to-bank payment system in the US. Unlike payments facilitated by card networks like Visa or Mastercard, ACH payments are managed by a body called the National Automated Clearing House Association (NACHA). Let’s get started.

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Payment Facilitator vs Payment Gateway: Key Differences and Similarities

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In a world where we’re spending more and more time online and every click is a potential transaction, it’s no surprise the eCommerce and digital payments sectors are experiencing exponential growth. In this article, we’ll dive into the intricacies of two types of players in the eCommerce ecosystem: payment gateways and payment facilitators.

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29 Latin American SaaS Superstars

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The Latin American SaaS landscape is hustling and bustling, having seen more IPOs in the last 6 months than the previous 20 years combined. We will gather 300 leading SaaS founders, executives and investors for three days packed with opportunities and rich exchange of knowledge to push the whole ecosystem forward. Founded : 2013.

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6 Payment Acceptance Obstacles SaaS Companies Face and How to Avoid Them

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With thousands of new startups emerging everyday and the average turnover rate for business applications trending at 39% annually, the SaaS industry couldn’t be more competitive. Despite the hyper competition, many SaaS providers take their organization’s payment processing experience for granted. Securing payments.

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A SaaS Executive’s Guide to ISO Types and Registration

In the ever-changing world of SaaS, keeping up with the latest trends in payment strategy is vital for success. Embedded payments have become the go-to for seamless transactions within software, but choosing the right model can make or break your business.

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How to Create a Secure Mobile Payment Acceptance Strategy

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Payments can be facilitated on a mobile device in a variety of ways. This is a huge advantage for SaaS companies looking to diversify recurring revenue streams in a way that also delights customers. In this article, we’ll give you a clear and concise look at how SaaS providers can do just that, so data breaches can be avoided.

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ISV vs PayFac: The Similarities and Differences Between Independent Software Vendors and Payment Facilitators

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FIS Global reports that in Norway, Sweden, and other Scandinavian countries, more than 90% of transactions processed at point-of-sale (POS) in 2023 were cashless. The writing on the wall is clear—businesses need to start accepting digital payments and software providers need to start offering payment services one way or another.

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PayFac vs. ISO: What Is the Optimal Integrated Payment Strategy in SaaS?

Our comprehensive article delves into the merits and challenges of Payment Facilitators (PayFac) versus Independent Sales Organization (ISO) registration. Equip your business with the knowledge to choose the right payment strategy. Delve deeper into issues of scalability, compliance, and setup.