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Understanding the Merchant Services provided by Banks

With the ever increasing adoption of electronic payments, it has become really important for businesses to have the necessary infrastructure to accept and process electronic payments from their customers. The sheer convenience of making payments electronically has made it so that many customers prefer making electronic payments and businesses that don’t provide these services, risk losing business.

This is where Merchant services come into the picture.

What are Merchant services?

‘Merchant services’ is an umbrella term used to describe the services provided by banks that let businesses accept and process electronic payments. Earlier in simpler times, Merchant services meant credit card processing services. But today there are a number of services that fall under this umbrella term.

What is a Merchant account?

When opting for Merchant services, the first thing that you will need is a Merchant account. It is a business bank account where you end up receiving the amount for all of your processed electronic transactions.

Different types of Merchant services

Credit/Debit card processing

If you have ever been shopping, you must have seen those card terminals where you swipe your card and the money gets deducted from your bank account. This service is provided to businesses by banks. It includes the credit card terminal also called the POS machine and a merchant account.

Payment Gateways

These are services used primarily by ecommerce websites or online businesses that need a way to accept payments through their online store. Payment Gateway services have become increasingly popular today with the ever increasing adoption of online shopping. If you are somebody who is looking to build their own online or app store, you will definitely need payment gateway services to start accepting payments.

QR codes and mobile payments

Another merchant service is the QR codes that you see at most shops today. In this service, a bank helps you set up a unique QR code for your business that is linked to your merchant account. Customers can simply scan the QR code and make payments to your business using their mobile phone.

How to avail Merchant services?

Merchant services are provided by most banks and a few other payments providers. With IndusInd Bank, you can avail these services under Indus Merchant solutions. With IndusInd Bank’s Indus Merchant solutions, you get an end-to-end solution which includes all these services such as credit card processing, POS machines, payment gateways, with the additional benefit of a merchant app.

These services are customizable so that you only pay for what you need. With the IndusInd Bank merchant app, you can easily track all the transactions and can view daily reports that help you make better business decisions. The application process for availing these services is completely online and can be filled in minutes. To know more, click here.

Last words

So, there is no doubt that businesses need merchant services today in order to maintain that edge over competition. With cash losing its appeal, and the number of electronic transactions increasing, for businesses it is no more a choice but a necessity to go for merchant services. Click here to know more.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is generic in nature and for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for specific advice in your own circumstances. Hence, you are advised to consult your financial advisor before making any financial decision. IndusInd Bank Limited (IBL) does not influence the views of the author in any way. IBL and the author shall not be responsible for any direct/indirect loss or liability incurred by the reader for taking any financial decisions based on the contents and information.

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How to Make Your Foreign Trip Stress-free

Whether you are a bonafide wanderlust or an inexperienced traveller, proper planning is a must for a hiccup-free trip. Otherwise, it defeats the entire purpose of going on a trip in the first place.

Ideally, you should plan your trip at least a month in advance. Why? Because last-minute foreign trips can cost you dearly in ticket prices and hotel charges. Not to mention, it can get pretty hectic as well. But how to start the planning? What to include and not to include? How should I carry money?

If you’re plagued with such questions, here are some tips to help you get started on your international trip planning.

Book your Tickets Early

Pick your destination and start browsing airfare prices, and bag them while they are low. If your destination is a tourist hotspot, you must book your hotel rooms well in advance to avoid paying a hefty premium. 

Most importantly, book your return tickets before you leave. If you think you can make return travel arrangements towards the end of your trip, you might face challenges such as ticket unavailability or high prices. And being stranded in a foreign country or having a stressful and expensive ride home can spoil your trip.

Make an Itinerary

Whether your purpose is business or leisure, you should outline an itinerary. By doing this, you can estimate your expenses, know what to carry as you travel, and make the most of your time. 

Also, while planning, make sure you take note of the weather conditions and carry clothing and other supplies accordingly. If you’re embarking on sightseeing-heavy, do check the costs of tickets, facilities, and travel. 

Opt for a Prepaid Forex Card

A lot of travellers put off exchanging foreign currency till the last minute. Often, they have to exchange money at airports or hotels as a last resort. The rates you pay at these places are much higher than those of banks, so doing this is a sheer waste of money! 

A cost-effective way to carry money is to buy forex card online and load it with the currency of your choice. Your foreign exchange rate remains unchanged after you load the card, protecting you from currency fluctuations. Moreover, if you’re going on a trip that involves travelling to more than one country, you can load multiple currencies in the forex card as well.

Pack Smartly

First, make a list of items you need to carry. Then, put only those items in your suitcase. Before leaving, double-check if you have all the things you need. While packing, try to save as much space as possible, and leave some room for souvenirs or other things you may need to take home. 

Protect your Belongings

For every international traveller, the biggest worry is losing their passport, wallet, boarding pass, and other precious belongings. So, before the trip, make scans of all of your important documents like your passport and ID to make it easier to get home in case you lose them. Though you could apply for a temporary passport overseas, it can cost you a lot of time and money.

You could also buy travel insurance for your belongings to cover any necessary costs. Lastly, opt for a forex card to eliminate the worry of losing your cash. Even if you lose your card, you have the option to block it instantly, ensuring that no money is lost.

In Summary

Follow these tips, and you will be fully travel-ready even before hopping on the plane. So, book your tickets, pack smartly, and protect your money by carrying a forex cardBon voyage! 

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is generic in nature and for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for specific advice in your own circumstances. Hence, you are advised to consult your financial advisor before making any financial decision. IndusInd Bank Limited (IBL) does not influence the views of the author in any way. IBL and the author shall not be responsible for any direct/indirect loss or liability incurred by the reader for taking any financial decisions based on the contents and information.

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Digital Payments: The Right Channel to Opt for!

In recent years, we’ve witnessed rapid adoption of technology across the globe, and India as a country has led this transformation. Businesses within the public and private sectors and government departments are embracing digital transformation at a tremendous pace. This is being done by leveraging emerging technologies, collectively called Industry 4.0 or deep tech, including automation and tools for data analytics.

As a sector, Financial Services has been at the forefront of transformation, spearheaded by fintech companies and government-led initiatives. The mere convenience of transacting seamlessly from the comfort of homes and offices has brought about a digital shift, with most consumers preferring to transact using online platforms. This has resulted in unprecedented growth in the digital payment landscape.

A Research and Markets report that surveyed 800 million Indian mobile payment users claim that the Indian digital payments industry, which stood at INR 2,153 trillion in 2020, will grow at a 27% CAGR to reach INR 7,092 trillion by FY25.

Popular Digital Payment Channels

Let us now go over some of the most popular digital payment channels and then examine which could be the right one to opt for, basis the benefits each one offers you.

Bank Cards

Nupur-TanejaBank Cards that include debit, credit, and prepaid cards continue to be the most preferred payment method for customers across age groups. This is purely due to the better convenience, control, flexibility, and security they offer to the users. While credit cards have their unique features of allowing payments basis credit eligibility, almost all cards come with various freebies and discounts from participating merchants and allow cash withdrawal from ATMs. Bank cards, in general, arguably the most secure digital payment method, can be used for making online and offline payments. Credit cards allow the users to build credit ratings that can help them in availing of loans and credit facilities.

Internet Banking

Internet Banking – aka online banking or e-banking – allows customers to undertake all transactions and other financial activities through a bank’s online portal. In other words, all transactions done in an offline mode or through conventional banking channels can be done online through internet banking. In addition to making payments, Internet banking allows you to customize your security parameters like maximum limit per transaction or day or the type of channel, etc., to avail of services like requesting services that used to `be done through a physical banking mode.

Unified Payment Interface -UPI

One of the most innovative and revolutionary technology platforms developed in India – by the National Payments Corporation of India -NPCI, Unified Payment Interface -UPI has become a household term, especially in urban areas. Most mobile payment applications on UPI allow several banking services like instant money transfers between bank accounts, person-to-person payments, and payments to merchants, among many others, on a single platform. UPI allows you to access different bank accounts from one app, while multiple apps can be linked to the same bank account. A UPI-enabled app allows you to undertake a plethora of activities such as checking your bank account balance, sending and receiving money, adding more bank accounts, inviting contacts, and keeping track of daily expenses.

UPI123PAY

This is a new UPI-based service launched by the RBI to enable feature phone users to undertake mobile banking transactions, which until recently was limited to smartphone users. Banking customers can avail of UPI123PAY in a three-step method in four different ways. The service is envisaged to bring people residing across rural areas and regions with poor or no internet connectivity within the ambit of financial inclusion and allow them to conduct digital payments as done by those who have an internet connection.

Mobile Banking

Most banks have dedicated mobile banking applications that you can download from application stores like – Google Play Store, Apple Store, and Microsoft Store and use them to perform almost all financial transactions through a smartphone or tablet. Mobile banking allows you to conduct almost all activities that can be done through internet banking and provide most features available in mobile payment applications as well!

How to Choose The Right Channel?

While the digital payment methods, in general, are fast, in some cases instant, and convenient to use, the benefits may vary from channel to channel, and each channel has specialties that may not be available in another channel. However, the decision on which digital payment channel is right for you will be influenced by your preference for the benefits explained under each channel, along with the factors, among others, listed below:

  • Connectivity – The internet connection is a prerequisite for using digital payment channels except for cards and UPI123PAY
  • Education – The user is supposed to have some primary education to be able to use digital payment methods. The more educated will be able to opt for more sophisticated channels.
  • Security – Digital payment channels may be more prone to fraudulent activities than non-digital forms, and less tech-savvy users may prefer more secure channels or vice-versa.

Concluding Note

We mainly made individual and commercial payments through cash a few years back, and only big companies and government departments used cheques. Later on, cheques followed by bank transfers became popular thanks to a change in user attitude, tax, and other regulatory provisions.

The emergence of digital technology brought internet banking to the fore, and smartphones replicated internet banking in the form of mobile banking. Then came fintech to revolutionize the banking and payment systems further through payment apps. India improvised it through UPI, ainly due to the demonetization introduced by the Indian government in 2016. The Ministry of Electronics and IT has noted that the volume of digital payments in India has increased by 33% year-on-year from 7,422 crores during the financial year FY 2021-2022, up from 5,554 crore transactions seen in FY 2020-21.

Digital payment apps have made financial transactions more accessible than ever before. One must use these apps diligently and adhere to all kinds of security protocols to reap the maximum benefits that they offer. Now that you have a clearer picture of the various digital payment platforms, you can easily choose the right digital payment channel. We believe UPI as a mode of payment is a step ahead of the rest.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is generic in nature and for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for specific advice in your own circumstances. Hence, you are advised to consult your financial advisor before making any financial decision. IndusInd Bank Limited (IBL) does not influence the views of the author in any way. IBL and the author shall not be responsible for any direct/indirect loss or liability incurred by the reader for taking any financial decisions based on the contents and information.

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