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Understanding Credit Card Processing Fees: What Every Business Owner Should Know
A clear breakdown of interchange, assessment, and markup fees—and how they impact your bottom line Accepting credit cards is essential for modern businesses, but many owners don’t fully understand the fees behind each transaction. These costs can quietly eat into...
Beyond the Swipe Ep. 2: Supporting Those Who Serve – Spotlight on the K-9 Relief Fund
In Episode 2 of Beyond the Swipe, we shift the focus from transactions to impact, highlighting the incredible work of the K-9 Relief Fund and the vital role it plays in supporting police and service dogs. Hosted by John Perkins, CEO of Bay State Merchant Services,...
Beyond the Swipe | Ep. 1: Welcome to the World of Merchant Services
In the premiere episode of Beyond the Swipe, host John Perkins, CEO of Bay State Merchant Services, is joined by Tommy Fantom, Northeast Sales Manager, and Dan Pavao, Payment Solutions Consultant, to introduce a podcast dedicated to exploring the stories, systems, and...
Preparing for the Holiday Season: How to Optimize Your Payment and POS Setup for Peak Volume
The holiday season brings a surge in customer traffic, higher transaction volume, and increased pressure on your staff and systems. For many small businesses, it’s the most profitable time of the year—but only if your payment processing and POS infrastructure are...
How Restaurants Can Save Big with Smarter POS Systems and Dual Pricing
In today’s competitive restaurant landscape, every dollar counts. Rising food costs, labor shortages, and tighter margins mean restaurant owners must be more strategic than ever about where and how they spend money. One often-overlooked area of savings? Payment...
Why Unified Ordering & Delivery Integration Is a Game Changer for Restaurant POS Systems
As diners increasingly expect seamless online ordering, delivery, and dine-in experiences, restaurants must adapt. One of the most powerful upgrades a restaurant can make is ensuring that its POS system integrates ordering and delivery channels into a unified...
Merchant Spotlight: New England House of Pizza – Hyannis, MA
New England House of Pizza – Hyannis, MA For over 40 years, New England House of Pizza has been serving up delicious pies, subs, and family favorites right in the heart of Hyannis, MA. Known for their friendly service and fresh ingredients, this local staple has...
How Modern POS Systems Are Revolutionizing Restaurants
Running a successful restaurant goes beyond crafting delicious dishes—it also requires efficient operations, accurate transactions, and exceptional customer experiences. This is where modern restaurant POS systems come into play, streamlining every aspect of your...
How Modern Restaurant POS Systems Transform Dining Experiences
Running a successful restaurant today requires more than just delicious food and great service. Technology—especially your Point of Sale (POS) system—plays a vital role in streamlining operations, enhancing customer satisfaction, and driving profitability. Modern...
Security & Compliance Lingo: EMV, PCI DSS, Tokenization, Encryption, AVS — What Merchants Should Know
Why this mattersSecurity terms are not just jargon — they define what you must do (or delegate) to reduce fraud, avoid fines, and protect customer trust. PCI DSS — the baseline for payment security The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard establishes technical...
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