Why cannabis payments are a different problem than retail payments Most retailers treat payment processing as a solved problem: plug in a terminal, take…
Processing Fees
Sales are the same, but fees are increasing. Why?
Why Payment Processing Costs Keep Rising It’s not just one thing. It’s a combination of structural shifts happening all at once. Let’s break down what’s…
When payment systems multiply, so do the hidden costs.
The Hidden Costs of Fragmented Payment Systems Many businesses adopt multiple payment systems to support different regions, offer additional payment…
Scaling payments together: Cartis Payments becomes an NMI reseller.
We’re excited to announce that Cartis Payments is now an official reseller of NMI. Are...
What is the biggest mistake businesses make when adding eCommerce to retail?
The Biggest Mistake: Treating eCommerce as a Separate Channel Too many retailers still treat eCommerce as a stand-alone channel, a “separate thing” that…
Why 70% of online shopping carts are abandoned, and what’s driving it.
Why Most Online Shopping Carts Never Become Sales Cart abandonment is one of the most persistent problems in eCommerce, and it hasn’t improved much in…
Choosing the right payment partner: What you need to know.
Payments Have Become a Growth Lever, Not a Back-Office Task Payments used to be something ISVs bolted on. Today, they’re something customers expect to be…
Point-to-Point Encryption (P2Pe)
What Point-to-Point Encryption Actually Does Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) encrypts cardholder data the instant a card is swiped, dipped, or tapped,…
What is the one thing all growing companies require? Access to capital.
Capital Efficiency Is About More Than Financing Ask any founder what a growing company needs and “access to capital” is usually the first answer. Most of…
When clarity costs more: How flat-rate pricing hurts small businesses
For small businesses, accepting credit card payments is essential — but it comes at a cost. Behind every transaction lies a concealed web of fees…
