It’s almost unheard of, these days, for businesses not to have card machines installed. Especially at a cosmetics store. Consumers of cosmetics are young, and are more likely to carry a card rather than cash, so to hit your business demographic you need to install a card machine. Times are changing fast and cash buyers are becoming a distant memory. Don’t let your business become a distant memory, too.

Introducing a card machine to your business with Card Processing couldn’t be simpler. You won’t have to deal with pushy salesmen, all you have to do is answer a few short questions online; and you’ll receive a free quote. It takes seconds.

Card machines aren’t expensive or hard to use, especially with Card Processing. Like most card machine companies we offer three types of machines; counter-top, portable and fully mobile. The difference with Card Processing is the price. Portable machines allow for flexibility within the work place, where you can bring the card machine directly to your customer and take a payment at their convenience. A fully mobile card machine gives you the freedom to take payments on the go, and with Card Processing they come with fantastic signal. A cosmetic store will benefit from a counter-top machine; one that will simply sit neatly next to your cash register taking up minimal space.

We offer the cheapest deals in the business; at Card Processing, a counter-top card machine is available for just 50p a day. Choose Card Processing and your set-up is free, so you won’t discover any nasty hidden charges. Unlike our competitors, you won’t be tied into lengthy contracts. We offer short 12 month contracts, perfect for first timers.

Having a card machine will allow you to up-sell each transaction you make. Till offers and opportunist buys will increase when customers are given the choice to pay by plastic, because they aren’t restricted to just the change in their pocket.

Don’t be intimidated by card machines; they’re quick and simple to use. All you need to do with a counter-top is plug it in. We’ll insure the machine, too, so if anything should go wrong, we’ll send a replacement straight away… Well, what are you waiting for?

As a commercial photographer it’s important that you appear as professional as possible. “I only accept cash” isn’t a phrase that will instil confidence in clients and potential customers. As a commercial photographer you’re constantly on the move, probably up and down the country, and this makes keeping track of payments a hard task; especially when your client doesn’t have the ready cash to pay with.

We’re living in a cashless society where the preferred payment method is now plastic. If you take this into consideration, you are potentially alienating a large customer base by not accepting cards. As a business owner it’s your responsibility to stay competitive and ahead of the game. If an equally talented photographer is offering card payments, who do you think the customer will choose? It may not seem like a big deal to you, but to a customer, it’s all about convenience.

You’re probably thinking that a card machine isn’t within your budget, but in fact card machines are very much affordable. You can choose between three card machines; counter-top, portable, and fully mobile. Counter-top machines are popular in the retail industry and are second nature to most consumers. Portable machines allow for flexibility within the workplace and are utilised mostly in the hospitality trade. A fully mobile machine uses GPRS technology and enables payments to be taken on the move. This mobile machine would be of great benefit to a commercial photographer, who is likely to take payments on the go. With Card Processing you can have a fully mobile machine for as little as 82p a day. It’s a tiny amount compared to the benefits it’ll bring.

A card machine isn’t big and bulky; it’ll fit inside your pocket just like your mobile phone. It’s easy to use, too. With Card Processing you won’t be tied into lengthy contracts; we offer short 12 month contracts, which are perfect for first timers. With plastic payments you won’t be left with large amounts of cash to bank; making your life easier and safer. So, why not visit Card Processing today to receive a free quote in seconds, from non-pushy helpful salesman.

Ever having to turn customers away because they don’t carry cash? If so, then it’s time you introduced a card machine to your business. Card machines aren’t complex or scary, they’re actually very simple to use. With Card Processing you can receive a quote in seconds without having to speak to pushy salesman.

We’ll talk you through the benefits of card machines…

We’re increasingly living in a cashless society, with the majority of transactions happening via card payment. So it’s imperative that you take the easy and surprisingly low cost decision to introduce a card machine at your business. As a business you know how hard it is to stay competitive and ahead of the game; a card machine from Card Processing will give you the edge you need.

There are three card machines available at Card Processing; counter-top, portable and fully mobile. Counter-top machines do exactly as they say – they sit on top of your business counter, next to your cash register. They take up minimal room and simply require plugging in. Portable machines are popular in the hospitality industry and feature in bars and restaurants where one machine can be passed from one bartender to the next. They’re convenient in busy environments. Fully mobile card machines are perfect for businesses where individuals work remotely. In a draper and upholstery business fully mobile machines are ideal. As you are well aware, in the upholstery trade most work happens in the client’s home and they often involve large transactions. How convenient would it be if you could take payment directly with the customer via card? This would ensure customers’ payments are never missed. “I only have cash” will no longer be an issue.

Have you ever tried to up-sell a transaction, but not succeeded because the customer has limited cash? With ‘plastic payments’ you can up-sell to your heart’s content; selling after-care treatment, leather cleaner, and so on.

Now know the benefits, how much will a fully mobile card machine cost? The answer is, not much at all. You can introduce a fully mobile GPRS machine to your business for just 82pence a day! Card Processing offer the cheapest prices in the industry, plus we have fantastic contract lengths – as little as 12 months! Don’t let the competition beat you; choose Card Processing!

“You don’t take card payments? I’ll have to go elsewhere then.” Do you hear this phrase all too often? If so, it’s time to think about installing a card machine at your business. Paying by plastic is now the preferred transaction option and it’s easy to see why. It’s safe as there is no need to carry a large amount of cash. Each transaction is quick and simple, with a transaction taking seconds.

Card machines aren’t expensive or hard to use, especially with Card Processing. Just simply plug in your machine and away you go. We offer three types of machines; counter-top, portable and fully mobile. A fully mobile machine gives you the freedom to take payments on the go and come with fantastic signal. Portable machines allow for flexibility within the work place, where you can bring the card machine directly to your customer and take a payment at their convenience. A dry cleaning business will benefit from a counter-top machine; one that will simply sit next to your cash register taking up minimal space.

A counter-top card machine is available at Card Processing for just £15 per month. That’s less than 50p a day! Can you really afford to turn that down? With Card Processing your set-up is free, so there aren’t any nasty hidden charges. Unlike our competitors, you won’t be committed to a long contract. We offer 12 month contracts, perfect for first timers.

Once you install a card machine you’ll notice customers will return to your company time and time again. After all, why would they choose to visit your biggest competitor who offers just ‘cash only’? When desperate customers enter your dry cleaners after spilling red wine down their fur coat; give them the peace of mind they deserve. Hearing the words “Yes we do take card payments” will be like music to their ears. Not only this, with a card machine you have the ability to ‘up-sell’ a transaction; offering customers aftercare products and premium washes. So, choose Card Processing, receive a quote in seconds, order your machine, plug in and go! You’ll wish you’d made the decision years ago.

How can I stay ahead of my competitors? Well, there are many ways, but the one which will put you streets ahead is a card machine. They’re not complex, and they’re certainly not expensive. We’re living in an ever increasing technological society, and if you keep with it, your business will flourish.

Consumers no longer carry cash, and with plastic being the preferred method of transaction, it’s your job to make sure you aren’t alienating those plastic payers. So, imagine if an enthusiastic sweet-toothed consumer comes through your door, he picks out six delicious cream cakes, you bag them up for him, “That’ll be £8.40 please.” He pulls out his debit card. “Ah, I’m sorry, we don’t take cards.” He walks out cake-less, and you have lost a sale. Does that sound all too familiar? If so, now is the time to change. We’re not talking a whole business strategy change, just the introduction of a simple counter-top card machine.

Card machines are simple and easy to use, just plug in and go! Your very own machine will fix to a static location perfect for customers to easily and securely tap in their pin and go about their day. If you run a large busy bakery you may want to think about a portable card machine. Portable terminals allow for flexibility which is handy in a crowded establishment. At Card Processing we use the very best in card machine technology, our machines are the fastest, safest and most advanced card terminals on the market. You can order a counter-top machine from as little as £15 per month, that’s just 50p per day. Receive a free quote online in seconds, and place your order with our non-pushy sales staff in a matter of minutes.

Do you have happy and satisfied customers coming in and out of your doors at a steady rate? Do you see the same loyal customers come and go, but have often wondered how you could reach out to a more diverse and wider market? This can all be done with a simple switch to a card machine.

In an ever increasing technological world and cashless society, card payments are rapidly becoming the preferred choice of payment. It’s safer to carry plastic, as in the unfortunate event of a theft, debit cards can be cancelled in seconds. Cash, however is much harder to reclaim. “But I’ve always dealt with cash, that’s the way I run my business, I wouldn’t get on with a machine, I’m not techie.” Well, card machines aren’t scary, in fact they’re very easy to use.

Simply displaying in your shop window that you’re a ‘card machine ready’ business will invite so many customers to your doors. As a business it’s your duty to give the consumer the freedom of choice when it comes to payment. This flexibility will prevent alienating potential customers and will keep you at the forefront of business technology. Better still, paying with plastic will give you the opportunity to ‘up-sell’ at the point of transaction. The customer’s lack of ready cash wouldn’t be an issue.

A counter-top card machine will work perfectly in a barber shop, and it’s so easy to use, for you and your customers. Here at Card Processing we use the best machines in the business. Ours are sleek, compact, and user friendly. You can enjoy a counter-top card machine for as little as £15 per month, which translates to just 50p a day. Providing up-selling opportunities and the chance to build your business.

“You what, you don’t take cards?!” Is this a phrase you and your staff hear on a regular basis? On a busy Saturday night in a bar, it’s the last thing you want to hear. By not having a card machine service, you may as well point your customers towards your nearest competitor. To stay ahead in a business as competitive as bar tending, you must give the consumer payment flexibility.

Cash is no longer the preferred payment method. Paying with plastic is now the predominant choice, and it’s easy to see why. It’s safe, you don’t have to worry about carrying large amounts of cash in your pocket. It’s quick and simple, all it takes is the insert of a four digit number.

At Card Processing we use the best in machine technology. This doesn’t mean that terminals are complex. Plug in and away you go. We offer three types of card machines; counter-top, portable and mobile. The mobile machine would suit a bar area perfectly. With its mobile ability, the machine can be passed from colleague to colleague, allowing for a quicker transaction and satisfied customer. If you run a bar/restaurant and opt for the mobile machine, you’ll be able to take payments at your customers’ tables. This is so convenient for customers, and customers LOVE convenience.

Offering card terminals ensures that each transaction you make isn’t restricted to a limited amount of cash. They give you the freedom to up-sell; “Would you like to make that a double for £2 more?” This flexibility is available at just £25 per month. That’s a tiny 82p a day. Better still, set-up with Card Processing is free. Unlike other card processing companies you won’t be tied into lengthy contracts. We offer short 12 month contracts. So, stay competitive and choose Card Processing.

Card payments are the normal, mainstream method of payment for todays consumer.

In todays ‘cashless society‘, there’s more reasons than ever before, for why your business needs to accept card payments. In fact, in todays society, being able to pay for services and products is the norm and those companies that do not offer such payment methods are beginning to feel the pinch, as consumers look elsewhere, to places that welcome cards.

The best ways to accepting card payments

Retailers and fixed point of sale businesses

Basic and rugged, our secure, technologically advanced ‘countertop’ card payment machines are best suited for those businesses that need to take payments from a fixed location. In other words, your customer comes to you to make the payment.

Restaurants and hotels that need ‘movement’ for card payments

If it is deemed as an inconvenience, or asking too much for your customer to come to a specific location to make a payment, then the ‘portable’ card machine is most definitely suited to your business. This easy to use card machine allows you to give a professional ‘pay at table’ service.

Business on the go and needing to accept cards away from the office

Always on the go? Perhaps you’re an electrician or mobile hair dresser? Any small business that’s looking to take payments while away from your home or office location will be best suited to a ‘mobile’ (GPRS) terminal, which can be used anywhere in the UK, where a mobile phone signal is available – this, for most mobile phone carriers covers 99.9% of the UK.

Alternative ways to accepting card payments

Over the past year or so, a new ways of accepting card payments have come in to the industry, such as small devices that you can connect to your smart phone and take payment this way. There are several key issues that have stopped such services from really taking off, especially by providers such as iZettle and Paypal ‘Here’ and that’s the fact it doesn’t look professional enough and because this is still a new technology and payment method, people think twice about allowing you to slot their credit or debit card in to your smart phone, especially as we know smart phone device security isn’t up to speed yet, as in comparison to the industry standard of taking card payments (the way we do).

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It was once said that nothing is more certain than taxes and death, but as a car driver, there’s one other necessity unfortunate event  - MOTs!

Passing an MOT is of course a legal requirement for ALL vehicles that are over 3 years old in the United Kingdom and as such, one of the main reasons for failing this vehicle test is due to the condition of the tyres being less than adequate. The legal limit for minimum depth of the tread on tyres is 1.6 millimetres and of course, each tyre must also be free of other neglect/damage.

As a tyre fitter, you probably come across, more often than not, people with below standard tyres that come to you that are way below the legal limit and we’re quite sure a lot of these people come to you that do not even realise this! But the question is – how can you gain more of this business and at the cheapest rate possible when it comes to advertising for the prospective customers?

The number 1 cheapest and most effective way of gaining new customers

Leafleting. Not just anywhere or anyhow, but being highly selective. For example, you don’t want to be handing out to random people in the streets and nor do you want to be putting under the windscreen wipers of just any car, but you DO want to find those cars that have tyre issues and advertise to them.

What you need and the message you want to communicate

Leafleting means that you can cost effectively reach many people, very quickly. In particular to those that are in car parks or common ground where there are many cars next to each other, but what should your message be? The most important thing of all that you can communicate is twofold. A) It’s a legal requirement to have tyres fitted that are in full working order – you may wish to point out the current fines that are imposed for each illegal tyre and B) the safety aspect and the dangers of running about on below legal requirement tyres and perhaps add a scare story.

Furthermore, you want to be as helpful as possible, not just a ‘hard sell’. You may want to think about putting a typical vehicle inspection diagram on the leaflet (which you probably already use) and for each car, mark on the diagram which tyre(s) are effected. Perhaps also add the estimated mm recording and ensure they realise this is under the legal requirement.

Can I leaflet cars legally?

You need to impose caution and check on your local and regional regulations (if any). Here are some common issues that can occur due to leafleting cars:

• DO NOT add a leaflet to a window that has a crack or other form of damage. Some people could claim you are to blame
• DO NOT leaflet on private property – this also includes supermarket car parks, unless you’ve gained prior permission
• DO contact/find details of local council and their view on it. SOME councils have been known to send ‘clean up’ bills if masses of leaflets are found lettering the streets
• DO NOT add a leaflet to every car. In general, people hate leaflets on car windscreens, but if you are being genuinely helpful, this will help your case

Other suggestions

You may also want to try out what we recommend for car window repair shops, by utilising your local car wash.

You may be thinking – how on Earth can I take advantage of new customers via the local car wash? Well, we’re certainly not expecting you to setup a temporary repair station at a car wash – although that could be an option. The problem with that solution being that it’s not a constant flow of customers with broken windows, thus, not very time efficient for you.

The Solution – Basic concept

The concept in gaining new customers from the local car wash is incredibly straight forward. All you need the car wash operators to do, if while washing the car, to pay attention to the state of the windscreen. If damaged, the car wash operator simply needs to explain that car has an issue with the windscreen (which can become worse with wear) and that to contact the local windscreen repair shop.

The Solution – What you’ll need

Now you understand the basic concept, there’s one key item you’ll need – Marketing material. Your marketing material is the single most important sales product that you need to help you close the sale. Let’s face it, the car wash operator isn’t going to bend over backwards to gain you the new business and they probably don’t want to add much time to each car wash that goes through, explaining to them the dangers of a broken, chipped and cracking windscreen.

The car wash operator should literally have to do no other than:

a)      Notice the damaged windscreen

b)      Hand over a leaflet (your marketing material)

It’s as simple as that – your leaflet should be the salesmen, not the car wash owner or employees.

The marketing material should be a very simple flyer, or even a one sheet A5 sized (good quality) that:

a)      Your business name & contact details

b)      Pricing (if possible)

c)       The dangers of a cracked/damaged windscreen

d)      Up-sell ‘free’ work (due to any possible insurance work)

Closing the Deal with the Car Wash owner

The hardest sale probably won’t be with the driver of the car with the cracked windscreen – it will be trying to get the car wash owner to hand out your flyers. If not willing to do for free (highly unlikely and you shouldn’t expect this unless you’re good acquaintances), there are two possible pricing models to look at:

1. Pay per leaflet handed out. The problem with this being that many leaflets could simply be binned. So, while this option will look cheaper, in the long run, it could be more expensive, as there’s no incentive for the car wash to give these out to genuine people who need your services.
2. Pay commission. This would probably be your preferred route to new sales, as there is a clear incentive to the car wash to give these leaflets out to worthwhile car users with windscreen issues.
   1. You’ll need to agree a commission rate, perhaps it’s a fixed cost per new sale or percentage based, which will be dependent on the total transaction fee.
   2. You’ll also need some way to ensure you understand which new customers have come from the car wash, or other marketing channels/word of mouth. Simplest way would be to offer a small discount on the flyer that is used solely at that particular car wash. Thus, any new custom that comes your way and ask for this discount code, you will know that a commission fee is needing to be paid for that specific car wash.