What kind of organizations do consumers prefer for online billing? While disagreeing on exact numbers, two different sources-CheckFree and GartnerGroup-show banks as the favorite destination for e-billing.
Comfort Level With E-Billing Providers
Internet Portal
Internet-Only Bank
Online Brokerage
Credit Card Firm
Credit Union
Bank
Source: CheckFree Corp.
Utility Company
AOL
Web Portal
Financial Software Company
Brokerage
Bank
Source: GartnerGroup
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