Payment delays can have significant financial and other consequences for businesses. Whether due to processing errors, communication breakdowns or inefficiencies in accounts payable workflows, delayed payments can disrupt cash flow, damage vendor relationships and increase costs.

On March 25, 2025, the president of the United States signed an Executive Order mandating the Federal government to modernize how it makes and receives payments. The goal is to replace paper checks with digital methods to help increase payment security and reduce costs. While there is no immediate impact to the payments industry as a whole, government mandates have historically trickled down to influence changes.

“Going Green” is not a new concept. The increasing popularity of electric vehicles (EV), energy-efficient appliances, and sustainable packaging are a few things helping consumers reduce their carbon footprint in everyday life. It is just as crucial for organizations to practice energy management and sustainability.

In today’s fast-paced, digital-first world, automation is transforming how businesses handle every aspect of their business, including payments. Modern solutions like REPAY’s next-generation technology continuously make payment processes more secure and efficient.

The payments industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace. While new technologies emerge to improve efficiency and security, many businesses still rely on outdated systems that are costly, cumbersome and prone to errors. But these legacy systems are more than an inconvenience — they’re a risk to your financial health and ability to operate competitively.

Imposters are the chameleons of the fraud world as they assume false identities to target consumers and businesses. Imposters are not picky with what they target, often looking to steal money, personal information, passwords, identification documents, and anything else they can extort and use maliciously.

The first quarter of a new year, from January 1 to March 31, is widely considered the busiest time for accounting teams. Between closing year-end financials, maintaining compliance, and preparing for tax season, it is essential for processes to continue running smoothly during this chaotic time. 

For years, accounts payable departments have relied on traditional payment methods like checks and ACH transfers. While these methods have served their purpose, they come with limitations: inefficiencies, susceptibility to fraud and time-consuming reconciliation processes. Today, businesses are shifting toward digital options, with virtual cards emerging as a powerful tool to modernize AP workflows.

Errors in accounts payable (AP) not only disrupt cash flow but also affect a company’s bottom line and vendor trust. From misplacing invoices to paying vendors late, little mistakes can lead to big inefficiencies and costs. For any business, reducing errors in AP is not only about accuracy but also about maintaining healthy vendor relationships and smooth financial operations.

On July 4, 2024, PYMNTS.com declared, “2024 Is Already the Year of the Cyberattacks.” A bold statement to make only halfway through the year. However, as we approach the close of 2024, this declaration remains valid, with many large global organizations becoming victims of cyberattacks.