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19/09/2024

𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲

South Africa is seeing a major shift toward debit cards, reshaping how we handle payments.

Here are the key takeaways from TechCentral's latest article:

-𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀:Debit card payments accounted for 55% of transaction value, with cash at just 21%.
-𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗶𝘁 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: Debit cards are expanding & Growing preference among younger users.
-𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗮𝗳𝗲𝗿 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 55% of individuals state that keeping cash on hand is a safety risk

Go read the full article on: https://techcentral.co.za/debit-cards-replacing-cash-south-africa/251911/

Ready to streamline your payment processes? Discover how SwitchTransact can simplify your transition to digital payments and boost your efficiency. 📈

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Debit cards already handle the lion's share of transactional value, despite cash being used in higher volumes.

12/09/2024

We had a fantastic experience attending the eCommerce Live at the Sandton Convention Centre!

The event provided valuable insights into the ever-evolving eCommerce landscape, and we’re eager to see how these developments will influence the future of payment automation.

At SwitchTransact, we simplify the complexities of managing your payments with a reliable, secure, and automated solutions.

Optimise your payment processes and enhance efficiency with SwitchTransact.📈

Contact us:
www.switchtransact.com | [email protected]

12/09/2024

We had a fantastic experience attending the National Small Business Chamber ( NSBC ) eCommerce Live at the Sandton Convention Centre!

The event provided valuable insights into the ever-evolving eCommerce landscape, and we’re eager to see how these developments will influence the future of payment automation.

At SwitchTransact, we simplify the complexities of managing your payments with a reliable, secure, and automated solutions.

Optimise your payment processes and enhance efficiency with SwitchTransact.📈

Contact us:
www.switchtransact.com | [email protected]

10/09/2024

By 2028, 70% of travel sales revenue in South Africa is projected to come from online purchases, pushing online travel agents (OTAs) to innovate their payment systems.

To stay ahead, OTAs should embrace these four key payment trends:

1. 𝗨𝗽𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Managing prepayments reduces risks from cancellations and low occupancy.

2. 𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀: Offering more payment options helps reduce cart abandonment rates.

3. 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶-𝗖𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲: Dynamic currency conversion simplifies international payments and boosts revenue.

4. 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗡𝗼𝘄, 𝗣𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 : This trend allows customers to pay in instalments for high-value trips, expanding your market reach.

To remain competitive, OTAs need to adapt to these trends and meet evolving traveler expectations. SwitchTransact makes it easy for OTAs to integrate these payment solutions, from managing multi-currency transactions to offering seamless, automated payment options. We help streamline your payment processes, so you can focus on delivering exceptional travel experiences. We streamline your payment processes so you can focus on delivering outstanding travel experiences.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗼𝘂𝗰𝗵:
[email protected] | www.switchtransact.com

For additional insights, read more on IT-Online:

https://it-online.co.za/2024/09/09/payment-trends-online-travel-agents-should-pay-attention-to/

In South Africa, it’s estimated 70% of travel sales revenue will come from online purchases by 2028. In this growing and competitive market, online travel agents (OTAs) that innovate to offer people new ways to book and pay for their holidays will come out on top. Rahul Jain, CEO of Peach Payments...

06/09/2024

New space, new energy! 🍾

We're thrilled to begin this next chapter in our new offices here at Colab! Here's to continued growth and innovation!

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06/09/2024

04/09/2024

We're thrilled to be at NSBC's today!

It's all about networking, connecting with potential partners, and exploring exciting new opportunities.

Want to see what we're up to? Visit our website at www.switchtransact.com or reach out to our sales team at [email protected] to

Discover how SwitchTransact’s solutions can streamline your and boost your business efficiency.

02/09/2024

Big changes coming to EFT payments in South Africa next week as reported by BusinessTech, affecting direct payments and debit orders within the Common Monetary Area.

At SwitchTransact, we're always ahead of the curve, ensuring your payment processes remain secure and compliant. 🔐

Stay informed, stay secure, and trust us to navigate these changes seamlessly.📈

Contact us:
[email protected] | www.switchtransact.com

https://businesstech.co.za/news/banking/789100/big-eft-changes-for-south-africa-her

South African banks will implement a big electronic funds transfer (EFT) payment change next week, impacting direct payments and debit orders.

22/08/2024

Facts speak louder than words… 📢

By using our advanced reporting feature, we found that organisations using SwitchTransact have an average 12-month retention rate of 96.7% for debit orders, compared to just 71.43% for card payments. 📈

This means you could lose over 28% of paying subscribers annually if you rely on card payments only.

Make the Switch Today!

www.switchtransact.com | [email protected]

14/08/2024

Houston, we have a solution!🚀

Make the Switch and skyrocket your debit order collections!
Elevate your business with SwitchTransact's powerful debit order management solutions.

Achieve higher payment collection success rates while saving money on our cost-effective debit order fees.📈

https://switchtransact.com/debit-order-collections | [email protected]

07/08/2024

What an exciting Day 1 at the Zoho Africa conference! 🚀

We're inspired by the latest innovations and energised by the connections with industry leaders. Excited for what Day 2 has in store