The Benefit of Virtual Credit Cards

Do you use credit cards for purchases in your business? Since their inception in 1960, credit cards have come a long way. The original idea of using plastic cards with magnetic strips to store data has been replaced by chips that transmit and store information.

Now, virtual cards offer a completely new way to transmit data and money without even needing a physical card. You may want to consider this option for payments, especially if you have staff on your account as well.

One of the most significant advantages of using virtual cards is the increased level of security. They are ideal for making online payments because they cannot be physically stolen or copied like traditional plastic cards.

In addition, virtual cards come with customizable controls to prevent fraud and easy chargeback capabilities in case of a dispute. They also allow for better control over employee spending, which can lead to improved transparency and reduced costs.

If you own a digital business with point-of-sale payment capabilities, utilizing virtual cards as a service could be highly beneficial. You can issue customers virtual cards and offer terms and financing, making it easier for them to manage their financial transactions.

Although traditional credit cards are still useful, they are quickly becoming outdated. With the advent of sophisticated payment tools, such as virtual cards, it is becoming increasingly important to consider switching to this technology for improved security and data management. As we live in a data-driven world, it is important to evaluate the benefits of virtual cards for both your business and your customers.

If you have questions on how to integrate virtual cards into your payment process, reach out to your providers to get additional information on how to begin using them to protect your accounts

Candy Messer

Candy Messer is a and profitability/growth advisor working with entrepreneurs in service-based industries to help them have successful businesses.  With more than 22 years of experience in the industry, Candy understands the stresses business owners  face and offers customized services  to meet their varying needs.

Candy started Affordable Bookkeeping and Payroll (AB&P) with the goal of providing businesses with top notch bookkeeping and payroll services at a reasonable price.  Her company energizes business owners by removing  the burden of  compliance tasks as well as working with them to identify issues preventing higher profitability and/or growth. As a result of using her services, clients have peace of mind and the freedom to do what they love. 

Candy was named Woman of the Year for 2009-2010 by the Peninsula Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association, and 2011 Entrepreneur Mom of the Year by Today’s Innovative Woman magazine.  In 2012, the El Camino College Foundation honored her as a Distinguished Alumni of the Year. Affordable Bookkeeping and Payroll was named 2016 Small Business of the Year by the Torrance Chamber and Intuit’s (creator of QuickBooks software) 2016 Firm of the Future.

Candy is co-author of Business Success With Ease released in 2013 and Navigating Entrepreneurship released in 2014 and is the host of “Biz Help For You” which can be found on iTunes, Tune-In, Stitcher, IHeartRadio and Spotify.

Candy has been married since 1992 to her husband Garth and they have a son, daughter, son-in-law, and soon to be two grandsons. When not running her company, Candy enjoys reading, crocheting, logic puzzles and spending time with friends and family.

http://www.abandp.com
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