Standing order vs Direct Debit – what’s the difference?
Is a standing order the same as a Direct Debit? No, there are differences between them. We go into the functional and legal aspects of the payments.
What are the barcode scanner options in retail?
What barcode scanner types are there? How do they work and what are they for? We list the different setups and scanning methods.
Worldpay card machine review: geared towards steady businesses
Many companies use Worldpay, but are the card machines worth the cost and fees? Let's look at what a contract involves.
Square Terminal review: card machine and POS in one affordable device
Square Terminal is both a card machine and POS system with a touchscreen, but how does it work and is it sufficient?
SumUp vs Square: which is best for face-to-face and online merchants?
Compare Square and SumUp card readers, fees, POS apps and remote payment methods. What's the best one for small UK businesses?
Square review: mobile card reader big on payments features
Square's card reader, free POS app and lack of monthly fees are great, but what is so special about this payments service? We put it to the test.
Zettle review (ex-iZettle): easy, versatile card reader and app for small businesses
Zettle accepts credit and debit cards on the go, but is it the best card reader in the UK? Here's our expert take.
Virtual terminals in the UK: 5 best for small businesses
What's the best virtual terminal for small businesses in the UK? Some providers are more costly than others.
EVO Payments review: card machines on tiered, all-inclusive plans
Are EVO card machines worth the fixed monthly cost and contract? What do reviews say? We investigated the service, pros and cons.
What is online ordering? Definition, types and examples
What is considered online ordering? How does it work? We look at the meaning, types and methods of ordering products and food online.
8 best online payment systems for small businesses in the UK
What are the best online payment systems for a small business? We look at the selling tools and fees, weighing up the pros and cons.
What is SKU and how is it used in retail?
The meaning of SKU in retail is simple, but easily mistaken for other codes. What are SKUs and how are they used in shops and online?
QR code menus – how does it work?
Contactless menus via QR code allow diners to order and pay themselves. How does this process work for the customer and merchant?
Lloyds Bank Cardnet review: decent card machines, average fees, slow start-up
Lloyds Bank Cardnet provides decent card machines from e.g. Clover. With a long contract, average fees and slow start-up, it doesn't suit everyone.
Why digital QR code menus will probably stay post-Covid
Digital menus via QR code have become a fixture in restaurants during Covid, but will they stay after the pandemic? We look at the data and trends.
SumUp Point of Sale (formerly Goodtill) review: affordable, not always smooth
The old Goodtill is now SumUp Point of Sale, but does it work well? We tested the POS app, backend and support to discover pros and cons.
Invoices vs payment links: differences and when to use them
What's the difference between an invoice and payment link? Can it be the same thing? Compare characteristics and when to use each method.
Receipt vs invoice – know the difference
Invoices and receipts differ in the fine details and legal uses. We contrast the two documents, describing characteristics and practical purposes.
What is a proforma invoice? Meaning and examples
Pro forma invoices are not a legal document, but it serves an important purpose for a business. Here's what it is and how it differs from an invoice.
How to take good product photos that increase online sales
Want to take product photos that increase your sales online? Just got an iPhone or other smartphone? Create beautiful shots with these tricks.