Insights
CSG Forte Insights is a collection of industry news and perspectives to help navigate the payments landscape.
Power to the People: Digitized Payments Make Payments Safer and Easier
The first electronic payment debuted way back in 1871 when Western Union used a telegraph network to “wire” money between Boston, New York City and Chicago, and we sure have come a long way since then. And while wire transfers have been commonplace for centuries, what we now call digital payments really began showing their […]
What Are Electronic Payments and How Can They Help Your Business?
Imagine. You want to purchase a doughnut at the local bakery, but instead of handing over your credit card, you reach into your pocket and pull out a few grains you picked on your farm earlier that day. After all, the baker can use the grains to make more dough. Seems crazy, right? However, the […]
Frequently Asked Questions About Payment Processing
The digital payments market is projected to reach $16.62 trillion by 2028. All businesses should be familiar with the basics of payment processing to remain agile in a competitive industry and ever-expanding landscape. We’ve answered some frequently asked questions (FAQ) about payments and their processing to help you get started. Payment Methods Understanding the terms and systems […]
Optimize the Payment Journey for Your Customers
Customer payment experiences have evolved in recent years. Digital payments are leading the pack, providing multiple ways for users to transact with businesses. By optimizing the payment journey for your customers, you can enhance their experiences and reduce late payments. What Is the Payment Journey? The payment journey is the path customers take when buying a product […]
5 Payment Trends to Watch in 2022
Human beings have an innate need to make predictions. For whatever reason, we like to make forecasts on just about everything, from Oscar winners to World Series champions, from election results to the likelihood of weather events, and everything in between. The most effective prognosticators tend to take a 360-degree view. That is, they try […]
5 Payment Trends To Watch For In 2021—And Beyond
If we’ve learned anything in the last year, it’s that human beings have a remarkable capacity to adapt to rapidly changing and challenging circumstances. Some of the changes introduced in the last year will likely go by the wayside (sorry, elbow bump). But other changes, like digital payments, will become part of the post-COVID normal. […]
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