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5 Payment Processing Strategies for Software as a Service (SaaS)

USIO

Subscription Models: Usio will provide general insights into why subscription-based payment processing is often considered advantageous for Software as a Service (SaaS) businesses. Predictable Revenue Streams: Subscription models provide a consistent and predictable revenue stream for SaaS companies.

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What Is an ACH Payment Facilitator?

Stax

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

Stax

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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Why Medical, SaaS, EHR, and CRM Solutions Need PayFac-as-a-Service

USIO

Medical practices, Software as a Service (SaaS) providers, Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, and Customer Relationship Management (CRM) solutions are constantly seeking ways to streamline their processes and enhance their offerings.

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SaaS Business Fundamentals: How Decline Codes Impact Failed Payment Recovery

A failed payment isn't just a lost transaction - it could mean a customer churning for good. But not all payment declines are the same. For SaaS businesses, decline reasons vary, shaped by customer demographics and the nature of your service.

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Payment facilitation and risk management: What do vertical software companies need to know?

Payrix

Before we dive into the risks associated with payments, let’s review why embedding payments is good for SaaS businesses and the three payment processing solutions available to software companies today. What are the benefits of adding payments to vertical software? What is a PayFac® developer?

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Innovative SaaS Payment Gateways for Startups

USIO

Innovative SaaS Payment Gateways for Startups In the highly competitive world of startups, managing payment processing can indeed be a significant challenge. Furthermore, the complexities, high costs, and time-consuming processes can easily divert your focus from what truly matters: growing your business.

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The Path to Payment Control: How SaaS Companies Can Maximize Enterprise Value

A key factor in achieving these goals is having a solid integrated payment strategy in place — one that allows for control, ownership, and leverage over customer relationships and payment service contracts. For software company executives, maximizing revenue, profitability, and enterprise value is of utmost importance.

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Evolving with Confidence: A Dynamic Approach to Integrated Payments in SaaS

Navigating the world of integrated payment strategies can be daunting, particularly for software companies seeking to make informed decisions. Unfortunately, many companies approach integrated payments with a rigid, inflexible mindset. With countless options and potential pitfalls, the fear of making a costly mistake can be paralyzing.

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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 Clinic Sense Reduced Churn and Unlocked More Revenue

ClinicSense is a SaaS platform that supports over 7,000 massage therapists who use it for appointment management, payments, scheduling, marketing activities and more. Despite having a relatively low payment failure rate, the company discovered that the failures disrupted the customer experience.

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SaaS Payments 101: Roadmap for Monetizing Payments

Embedded solutions have taken the software industry by storm and disrupted the traditional distribution network for financial services, like payment processing. The payment facilitation (payfac) model and partnership offerings create a near- and long-term roadmap for SaaS growth and transformation.

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Payment Facilitation: A How-To Guide

Discover what B2B SaaS needs to know to become a Payment Facilitator. This guide includes: Earning Revenue from Payments Bank Sponsorship, Underwriting Risk Requirements In depth Descriptions of Staff Requirements Detailed Timeline Itemized Cost List Case Study And more!

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SaaS CX: The Optimal Failed Payment Recovery Strategy

Customers are the lifeblood of your SaaS business, and keeping them for as long as possible is essential for long-term success. But this relationship can be at risk if their credit card payment fails. Maintaining a positive customer experience during payment recovery is key to minimizing churn and improving retention.

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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.