Managed Merchant Services

The first digit on your credit card is called the system number, and tells the read which system to contact. The most common numbers you'll run into are 3 for American Express or Diner's Club, 4 for VISA, 5 for MasterCard, and 6 for Discover.

Not sure whether you need an advanced POS system or simply a credit card terminal? One factor to consider here is whether you need analytics capabilities. If the answer is yes, then a POS system is your best bet.

Credit cards with chip technology and POS systems that can read them have increased card security, protecting both the customer and merchant from fraud and hacking.

The first credit card was launched by Bank of America in California, and was called the BankAmericard. It started in 1958, and is still the industry leader to this day, but you probably know it by the name it adopted in 1975: VISA.

Check the facts before choosing a credit card processing service – costs for setup fees to per-transaction fees can vary among vendors. We’ll work with you to pick the best structure to minimize cost.

In 1946, banker John Biggings introduced the first bank card. Called Charg-It, the bank card allowed account holders at Biggins’ bank to purchase items locally.