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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. Learn More What are ISVs?

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Understanding Risk Management Strategies as a PayFac

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For SaaS companies, becoming a payment facilitator (or PayFac) offers a ton of advantages—including but not limited to—boosting retention and profitability while exercising greater control over the customer experience. However, several complex types of risks come along with this. Let’s get started.

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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. Some solutions, like Slack or Microsoft, are useful for any kind of business. What is Vertical SaaS?

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How Much Do Credit Card Companies Charge Merchants?

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By understanding how credit card companies charge merchants and how these fees are calculated, businesses can explore optimization strategies to manage and reduce some of these costs. As well as improving profit margins, these activities can also enhance the customer experience and give merchants a competitive advantage in the marketplace.