B2 Payment Solutions

Happy Thanksgiving to our customers, partners, and colleagues across Canada!
Wishing everyone a relaxing long weekend surrounded by loved ones as we take a moment to recharge, reflect, and give thanks. 🍂

Please note: our office will be closed on Monday, October 13, orders placed during this time will be promptly shipped out the following business day.

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Last week was a memorable one at B2!

We celebrated two major milestones for our CEO, Itai Sela - his birthday and his U.S. citizenship. 🇺🇸🎂

From decorations and cake to a few office surprises, the team gathered to recognize an incredible leader whose dedication and vision continue to shape B2’s success.

Here’s to celebrating achievements that inspire us, and the people who make our workplace thrive.

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Why does a card sometimes process offline and other times online?

It all comes down to EMV risk management - the decision-making process that determines whether a transaction is approved locally by the card/terminal or sent to the issuer for authorization.

Here’s what happens:
• The terminal and card exchange risk parameters (like floor limits, velocity checks, and exception files).
• If conditions are met, the transaction may be approved offline - faster, but limited in scope.
• If the transaction looks higher risk, it’s sent online to the issuer for a full decision.

👉 Why it matters:
Understanding this flow helps teams anticipate transaction outcomes, reduce declines, and design smoother customer experiences. It’s not just theory - it’s the foundation for preventing real-world payment issues.

Risk management is just one part of the EMV story. Our B2 University courses cover the full transaction flow - helping teams build knowledge and prevent issues before they happen. Learn more: https://b2ps.com/b2-university/

Meet Akeda!

Akeda is our Brand Marketing Strategist here at B2 Payment Solutions. With her creativity, attention to detail, and collaborative spirit, she helps bring our marketing initiatives to life, whether it’s supporting campaigns, building content, or making sure our messaging shines across every channel.

Her role is central to connecting B2 with our customers and partners, and her positive energy adds so much to our team culture.

We’re lucky to have her on the team! Get to know Akeda on a more personal level below.

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“It works with cards” doesn’t always mean “it works with mobile wallets.”

Passing lab certification is one step - but real-world wallet transactions introduce variables compliance doesn’t always capture.

Why wallets sometimes fail at POS:

⏱ Tap timing - terminals not optimized for mobile payment speed
📍 Reader placement/sensitivity - small design differences impact reliability
⚙️ Device variations - different models, OS versions, or wallet apps behave differently

These issues rarely appear in the lab, but they’re exactly what customers experience at checkout.

That’s why wallet testing should simulate real life: different devices, OS versions, tap angles, and user behaviors.

The B2 Touchless Test Suite (TTS) helps bridge that gap, providing preloaded mobile devices and dual-interface test cards to confirm wallet acceptance across environments.

💡 And right now, as part of our End of Summer Sale, the TTS is 10% off until Sept 23.

👉 Learn more about strengthening your wallet testing strategy here: https://b2ps.com/store/b2-payment-testing-products/b2-touchless-test-suite-tts/
What’s the most unexpected “it works here but not there” wallet failure you’ve seen?