RE: [PCTECH] request payment processing solution tips

[Chris Bipes <chris.bipes@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Systech has a new box out there that will convert the old serial terminals
to IP and can connect SSL to server.  We here at CrossCheck are looking at
supporting the device for our Check Guarantee Payment Processing.
www.systech.com and www.cross-check.com 

Chris Bipes

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Mark Villa"

> I have done quite a bit a research into payment processing
> The only requirements are that the solution lend itself to multiple
> platforms and methods;
> meaning:
> 1) I should be able to swipe a card somewhere at a terminal
> 2) put up a simple "accept card over internet" site.
> 3) most be hosted on site
>
> I may be mistaken, but I think dial-up is a thing of the past, for new
> solutions.
>
> It can be hosted by any in house server and programmed in any language.
> But has to be 1 entity, not several solutions.
> The iSeries seems to be a 'closed game' with IBM offering a full blown
> WebSphere solution and 1 mid-market solution.
> Both of these solutions require infrastructure considerations or are too
> comprehensive to suite this requirement.
>
> The most suitable I found is VeriSign's Payflow Pro client (java SDK)
>
> It is in the price range. But is that all?
>
> I find it hard to believe that we have not made this easier on ourselves,
> while simultaneously enabling those with low budgets to participate?