The International Franchise Association and First Data launch "Customers First" program.The International Franchise Association, in partnership with First Data Corp. has launched "Customers First." Created specifically for IFA Immunofluorescent assay (IFA) A blood test sometimes used to confirm ELISA results instead of using the Western blotting. In an IFA test, HIV antigen is mixed with a fluorescent compound and then with a sample of the patient's blood. members, Customers First is designed to reduce merchant costs for payment card processing and provide access to multiple payment types. Franchisees participating in the new program should see these benefits due to processing efficiencies and the volume of transactions handled by First Data from IFA members. The program offers custom-designed payment programs to fit the needs of franchise systems small and large and allows members to take advantage of a variety of services including gift cards, loyalty solutions, credit and debit cards debit card, card that allows the cost of goods or services that are purchased to be deducted directly from the purchaser's checking account. They can also be used at automated teller machines for withdrawing cash from the user's checking account. and electronic check services. "We chose the name Customers First because we are helping IFA members put their customers first by giving them the best, most cost-efficient merchant services Merchant services is the name given in the United States to a broad category of financial services intended for use by businesses. In its most specific use, it usually refers to the service that enables a business to accept a transaction payment by use of the customer's credit or ," said Matthew Shay shay n. Informal A chaise. [Back-formation from chaise (taken as pl. )] Noun 1. , IFA president. "The program should also enable members to reduce their operating expenses Operating expenses The amount paid for asset maintenance or the cost of doing business, excluding depreciation. Earnings are distributed after operating expenses are deducted. and streamline their payment processing systems. Most exciting are the gift card and loyalty solutions designed to increase same-store sales Same-store sales is a business term which refers to the revenue generated by one of a retail chain's specific outlets during a certain period of time (often a fiscal quarter or a particular shopping season), compared to an identical period in the past, usually in the previous year. and build brand and customer allegiance." The IFA selected First Data after an extensive review process last spring. Companies that responded to the request for proposal were evaluated on 25 specific requirements including comprehensive services, competitive rates, range of equipment options, and scope of services, including field support, training, and technology. About First Data First Data Corp., with global headquarters in Denver, helps power the global economy as a leader in electronic commerce and payment services. First Data serves approximately 3.5 million merchant locations, 1,400 card issuers and millions of consumers, making it easy, fast and secure for people and businesses around the world to buy goods and services In economics, economic output is divided into physical goods and intangible services. Consumption of goods and services is assumed to produce utility (unless the "good" is a "bad"). It is often used when referring to a Goods and Services Tax. using virtually any form of payment. |
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