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Payment processing tips, payment trends, and industry observations shouldn’t just languish in our heads. At North, we have a lot to say about payment processing best practices, and we love to share.

Welcome to the new North.

Welcome to the new North.

North American Bancard is now “North.” A new brand with a shorter, simpler name, yes, but those five letters stand for much more.


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POS Systems for Bars: Everything You Need to Know

For any retail business to thrive, having the best point of sale system is imperative for multiple reasons, including profit, functionality, …

POS Systems for Bars: Everything You Need to Know

Card-Not-Present (CNP) Fraud Prevention for Your Business

Credit card processing fraud is a major issue for retailers. Not only can a breach of security cost a significant amount of dollars in the …

Card-Not-Present (CNP) Fraud Prevention for Your Business

The Merchant Processing Statement: All the Ins and Outs.

A merchant statement is a document that is given to merchants at the end of every month that details customer transactions that have been …

The Merchant Processing Statement: All the Ins and Outs.

North American Bancard Introduces “Hotspots” for Payments Hub

One of our main goals at NAB is to make running your business as simple as possible. To help in this mission, a tool has been introduced to help …

North American Bancard Introduces “Hotspots” for Payments Hub

Choosing a POS System: Advice for Small Business Owners

Selecting the right POS system is a big choice for a small business. Get it right, and you help streamline your workflows and enhance customer …

Choosing a POS System: Advice for Small Business Owners

The Different Types of POS Systems for Restaurants

In 2018, restaurant sales grew more than 10 percent year-over-year, the largest 12-month gain in more than 3 years. To differentiate themselves in …

The Different Types of POS Systems for Restaurants

Credit card declined codes explained

If your business takes credit cards, you are processing payments numerous times a day. It goes without saying that, sooner rather than …

Credit card declined codes explained

Best Practices for Using Restaurant POS for Online Orders

A 2018 survey reported by Hospitality Technology shows at least 45 percent of American adults planned to increase their use of online food …

Best Practices for Using Restaurant POS for Online Orders

EMV for Restaurants: How to Protect Against Fraud

There aren't many situations where we're willing to hand over our credit cards to strangers, but in the restaurant industry, the practice is all …

EMV for Restaurants: How to Protect Against Fraud

Still Requiring Signatures for Countertop and Wireless Credit Card Processing?

If you’re still asking for signatures to complete credit card transactions, you may be getting strange looks from an increasing number of …

Still Requiring Signatures for Countertop and Wireless Credit Card Processing?

NIACS vs SIC vs MCC Codes: Why They Matter

Businesses that accept payments from customers must be aware of NAICS, MCC and SIC codes. These codes can affect how the Internal Revenue Service …

NIACS vs SIC vs MCC Codes: Why They Matter

POS Tipping Etiquette: The Definitive Guide

Consumers are tipping more than ever these days, but it's not always because they want to. Point-of-sale machines that suggest tip amounts to …

POS Tipping Etiquette: The Definitive Guide

6 Reasons to Consider a Wireless EMV Terminal

If you accept credit cards at your store or business venue, you might use a desktop point-of-sale machine or some other plugged-in form of EMV …

6 Reasons to Consider a Wireless EMV Terminal

Merchant Services Rate Comparison: A Snapshot of Your Options

Get an at-a-glance view of how we compare to competitor merchant services solutions providers. From rate differences to equipment set-up, get the …

Merchant Services Rate Comparison: A Snapshot of Your Options

The Definitive Merchant Services Comparison Guide

If you want to serve your customers, you know the importance of debit and credit card acceptance. When 1,000 consumers were asked what form of …

The Definitive Merchant Services Comparison Guide
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