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Tag: Payments

SMEs, ignore the payments revolution at your peril

May 26, 2016

By Shane Schutte

The wind of change in the payments world is gaining in strength as financial technology’s (fintech) potential to alter how, where and when payments are made is further explored and leveraged, World First COO Graham Stanton told Real Business.

How merchants can avoid pitfalls of marketing in the online world

April 18, 2016

By Steve Wilson

For any organisation looking to set up a new online business or expand an existing one, there are a host of challenges to overcome – failure to tackle these factors can result in companies looking unprofessional and falling foul of consumer protection law.

UK retailers will drive expectant customers away without contactless payments

February 26, 2016

By Zen Terrelonge

Britain’s retailers must adopt contactless payments for expectant customers or get left behind. Those yet to embrace the tap and go method can learn from food and drink businesses, which are leading the charge.

Stripe Atlas to help UK entrepreneurs scale online companies into the US

February 24, 2016

By Zen Terrelonge

To support the growth of online businesses globally, digital payments service Stripe has introduced Stripe Atlas at Mobile World Congress 2016, which will provide a framework that includes incorporated business and bank account in the US.

The B2B leader pushing boundaries by sharing ideas and harvesting feedback

December 17, 2015

By Zen Terrelonge

As the adoption of card payments continues to grow, NetPay has been there to support the transition. And with the company named 2015’s business-to-business champion, MD Carl Churchill spoke with Real Business about how facing firms is done with innovation, ideas and feedback.

Are you ready for the payments revolution

September 22, 2015

By Sean Wilson

The way that customers pay businesses is changing fast. From wearables to contactless technology, are you ready for the payments revolution

Conquering cost control to unlock business growth potential

September 7, 2015

By Hunter Ruthven

Time and time again it’s been proven that small and medium-sized businesses with a firm grasp of cash flow have a better chance of succeeding. As such, we heard from three firms which have done just that to find out what techniques were employed.

Export to grow: How SMEs can manage foreign exchange costs

March 2, 2015

By Simon Brooke

According to government figures, small businesses that export are five times more likely to succeed than those that don’t.

WorldRemit: The secrets to closing a $100m venture capital funding deal

February 18, 2015

By Hunter Ruthven

On the back of completing an investment round that means his business has now raised nearly $150m since founding, Real Business quizzes WorldRemit founder and CEO Ismail Ahmed on the best way to get funding.

International payment methods which is best for you

March 5, 2014

By James Hardy

When you’re exporting and doing business internationally, what is the preferred way to perform international payments Here is a guide to help you work out what’s best for your business.

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