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ISVs vs SaaS: What’s the Difference?

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Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and Software-as-a-Service Providers (SaaS) operate within the same market, thus creating a push-and-pull revenue dynamic. TL;DR ISVs develop and distribute software products independently and often collaborate with hardware manufacturers and platform providers.

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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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Global Growth: Understanding Merchant of Record for E-commerce

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Tasks in this diverse role include managing payments, complying with tax laws, and reducing risks such as chargebacks and fraud. Imagine, for example, an e-commerce business in Brazil that sells handcrafted textiles and wants to sell to customers in Europe. MoR is especially valuable for those SMEs planning to enter foreign markets.

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The 7 Best Mobile POS Systems for Small Businesses in 2024

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Around since the 2000s, mPOS systems have come a long way from their origin as a glitchy solution used primarily by micro-businesses to process payments. Today, they’re known for their robust services, enhanced security, user-friendly interfaces, and the integration of advanced data analytics.

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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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What are Merchant Accounts and How Do They Work?

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Accepting payments is the most important functionality that a business needs to start selling. But to accept payments seamlessly and securely, you need a merchant account. A merchant account refers to a business bank account that allows businesses to accept electronic payments for goods and services.

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Vertical SaaS vs Horizontal SaaS: 8 Differences and Similarities

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Software as a Service (SaaS) has made business software more accessible by offering cloud-based, on-demand access to a range of solutions, from project management and collaboration to sales and marketing. Because horizontal SaaS companies serve both startups and enterprise businesses, scalability is a key selling point.