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How a Store Kiosk Can Maximize the Shopping Experience

A store kiosk is like having a supercharged employee who never takes a break. It’s helpful for retailers and just as useful to customers. These compact machines save money, boost sales, and are incredibly easy to use—especially when they’re powered by something as reliable as the Clover Kiosk. Visually appealing store kiosks can attract more … Read more

Salon Scheduler App For Hair Salons

Running a salon means juggling appointments, managing staff schedules, and processing payments—often simultaneously. A salon scheduler designed for Clover POS systems brings all these moving parts into one integrated workflow. Instead of bouncing between paper books, spreadsheets, and separate payment terminals, you can manage your entire operation from connected Clover devices. Key Takeaways A salon … Read more

Why Restaurants Should Use Their Own Online Ordering System

Third-party delivery services like Uber Eats, Grubhub, and DoorDash have become the go-to for consumers—but for restaurants, they can be a serious profit drain. With commission fees as high as 30%, every order that goes through these platforms takes a significant bite out of your earnings. Fortunately, there’s a smarter option: setting up your own … Read more

The Importance of Credit Reports

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If you want to borrow money to buy property or supplies, your credit report matters. Credit reports are reports that provide a detailed history of an individual’s borrowing and payment patterns. Lenders use this report to assess a consumer’s ability to repay loans. Credit reports also help lenders determine the appropriate loan terms to grant potential borrowers. Thus, it’s critical for individuals to monitor their credit reports. But even as a business owner, it’s important to watch your credit. Here’s why:

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EBT Payments – Why You Should Take It

Each year, the United States government issues nearly $100 billion to EBT programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) is an electronic system used in the United States that allows state welfare departments to issue benefits via a magnetically encoded payment card. EBT replaced paper-based methods of distributing government benefits, … Read more

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Credit Card Processing Fees – How to Spot a Good Deal

Navigating the confusing world of merchant accounts can be stressful and difficult if you don’t know exactly what you need and don’t fully understand the terminology utilized by merchant account companies. Merchant account pricing schemes, along with the various credit card fees associated with merchant accounts, can be complicated. The pricing model you choose—such as … Read more

Credit Card Processing Pricing: Are You Getting Value For Money?

  The most common form of credit card processing pricing is the tiered option. Depending on the nature of the transaction, the applicable fee can vary greatly — making cost forecasts exceptionally difficult. Tiered pricing can be complex, as different payment processing companies may use a variety of fee structures, which can include different fees … Read more

Artificial Intelligence and Marketing

Artificial intelligence (AI) has leaped from the pages of science fiction novels into the marketing mainstream. Twenty-six percent of marketers say AI is the next big marketing trend, and it’s clear to see why. Machine learning algorithms, predictive analytics, speech recognition apps — big brands use these technologies to maximize their marketing. AI algorithms analyze … Read more

Worst Credit Card Processing Companies: Processors to Avoid

Businesses in need of credit card processors need to weigh their options carefully. The right payment processor is reliable and cost-effective, allowing customers to use their preferred methods of payment. In other words, the right service can keep your customers happy! The worst payment processors, however, can add considerable stress to your business and cost … Read more