At a time when every dollar counts, your business may be hurting its bottom line if it doesn’t accept a diverse range of payment options.
Retail and hospitality merchants can’t afford to ignore credit cards, debit cards, and other electronic payment methods during the current economic crisis. Consumer spending remains sluggish, despite some signs of economic stabilization. As profits have evaporated, many businesses are finding themselves under pressure to spur sales and improve operational efficiencies.
Many merchants believe they’re cutting costs by accepting cash and checks only, but that’s no longer true. Today’s credit card processing rates and fees are extremely competitive. These low costs are offset by the profits merchants stand to make by opening up their businesses to a broader customer base.