Using Technology to Collect Payments

Using Technology to Collect Payments

Making revenue is important to every business — but collecting the payment, which is just as important, can at times present a challenge. Ensuring your clients have a hassle-free way to pay you means that you have an easy way to keep your business bank account in the green. The good news is that technology has created new ways for businesses to get paid. You can accept credit cards digitally, allow for bank card payments, and even transfer funds electronically from bank to bank. There are a number of ways in which you can accept payments using online technology for an easy, remote, and touchless process. Keep reading to learn about the most popular ways you can use technology to get paid.

Accounting Software

As technology improves, so does accessibility and functionality. Many accounting programs are now offering an increased suite of services, including accepting and processing payments. Depending on the software, the service provider may have a corresponding app (such as PayPal), which makes it easy to access on the go or when your customers are on their computers. Accounting software such as Quickbooks, Freshbooks, Wave, and others offer payment functionality.

There’s an App For That

In this day and age, there are more money transfer apps than ever before. While some payment services began as an app only service, many of those apps have evolved to allow increased functionality through a corresponding website, and some can even be integrated right into your website. Apps such as Venmo, Zelle (which is integrated into banking apps), and Apple Pay are all app-based payment platforms.

Payment Platform Built Into Your Website

If you don’t have a website yet, you might consider choosing a website platform that allows you to accept payments through your website. Payment platforms can be add-ons or be built into your website with a client portal. When your payment option is built right into your website, customers will be able to easily order services, access invoices, and submit payments, allowing you to accomplish several goals at once. You can utilize Stripe, PayPal, or other proprietary payment integrations to accept payment into your website. Check with your website developer to see what options would work best for you.

ACH Bank Transfers

Your accounting software may offer an ACH transfer service, or you may be able to set up ACH payment transfers with your bank. This is perfect for recurring customers with whom you do a lot of business. Contact your bank or see if your accounting software supports ACH transfers.

Use Technology to Get Paid!

No matter how you choose to accept payment from your clients, it is important to take the time to properly research and compare different payment processing services. Different programs/apps will charge different fees with varying degrees of functionality. Additionally, it is important to consider accepting online payments as COVID-19 has changed the way people think about interacting with others. Many businesses and individuals are looking for safer ways to exchange money, which means options that don’t require physical contact.

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