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February Merchant Masterclass: Unlocking the Full Potential of Pinch Payments
Learn how Pinch Payments can optimize payment processes, improve client relationships, and drive business growth from our February Merchant Masterclass.
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The Late Payment Alliance - Small Steps to a New Future
We are very pleased to announce that today we are officially launching the Late Payment Alliance with our friends at Paidnice.

A Guide To Secure Payment Services in Australia in 2025
If you run a business in Australia, you need to provide your customers with secure payment services. This means that you need to protect their financial information from hackers, fraudsters, and identity thieves. You also need to comply with the industry standards and regulations that govern the payment sector in Australia.

Late Payment Impact on Australian Economy in 2024
The economic impact of late payment is something that is not spoken about enough. In other parts of the world the government have stepped in and created proper rules and regulations to benefit small businesses, particularly around issues such as fairness when dealing with larger businesses, but in Australia we still operate as a wild west frontier

How Do Credit Cards Work? - A Guide for Australian Businesses
Discover how credit cards work for Australian businesses, from benefits to risks. Learn about managing expenses, paying invoices, and accepting payments to drive growth.

5 Cash Flow Management Tools for Businesses in 2025
Got cash flow conundrums? You’re not alone. Nearly 3 in 4 Aussie businesses have reported having cash flow issues in the past 12 months — and, with the dynamic and ever-changing business environment that we’re operating in during COVID-19, cash flow matters more than ever.

What is a Payment Gateway?
A payment gateway is online payments technology that is critical for running businesses that take online transactions. Find out more.

The Impact of Overdue Invoices on Australian Small Businesses
Understanding the Impact of Overdue Invoices Small businesses in Australia often face significant challenges when it comes to managing their cash flow. One of the key factors contributing to these challenges is the issue of overdue invoices. When a small business does not receive payment for goods or services rendered within the agreed-upon time

Achieving Cash Flow Certainty and Why It's Important
Achieving Cash Flow Certainty and Why It's Important What is cash flow certainty?

How Late Payment Can Cripple Your Business
Late payments can have a serious impact on a business, causing a ripple effect that can cripple its operations. When customers or clients fail to pay on time, it can lead to a significant loss of cash flow, which in turn can impact a company's ability to pay its own bills, invest in growth opportunities, and even meet payroll obligations. In this

5 Unique Ways to Use Direct Debit to Collect More Payments
If your business is not using direct debit in some way you probably have some incorrect idea about the usefulness of it. Forget what you think you know about direct debit. Direct debit does not mean lock in contracts, and it doesn't even mean subscription or ongoing service.
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