Business Editors/Retail Writers/Technology Editors
COSTA MESA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--October 6, 2008--MegaPath Inc., the leading provider of managed IP data, voice and security services in North America, today announced that its StoreConnect service now enables independent convenience store owners with as few as a single location to save money on credit/debit card transactions. Store owners no longer need to use expensive satellite or dial-up connections and can eliminate costly credit card transactions surcharges in favor of a low monthly flat rate.
?Because independent convenience stores do not have the IT resources and network infrastructure of the larger corporate owned or franchise brands, they haven't been able to take advantage of low-cost Internet-based credit card processing solutions without compromising security,? said Beth Tyebjee, Senior Vice President of Marketing at MegaPath. ?In the past, convenience stores have had to choose between costly satellite service or slow dial-up connections to process credit cards securely. MegaPath StoreConnect uses secure broadband access to minimize credit card transaction times, which improves customer satisfaction while reducing infrastructure costs and credit card processing fees.?
MegaPath StoreConnect is tailored to the specific needs of independent convenience store owners, allowing them to safely process credit cards and access the Internet over a single broadband line. Store owners can use their existing Internet access or a MegaPath provided high-speed DSL, cable or wireless connection. This leading solution allows users to connect serial and dial-based Point-of-Sales (POS) terminals, such as a Verifone Ruby/Saphire or Gilbarco G-Star. In addition, dial back-up can be added to ensure 100 percent uptime and performance.
?As an independent gas station and convenience store, it is extremely important to us that everything we do helps ensure customer satisfaction, which is why we chose MegaPath StoreConnect to support our credit card processing,? said Randy Eakin, Owner of Randy's Automotive. ?With eight card processing terminals at the pumps and one inside our store, MegaPath's StoreConnect service delivers fast and secure access to our processor so that our customers can get on their way as quickly as possible. Previously, we used satellite and dial up, and StoreConnect is faster, and more reliable than either of those options.?
MegaPath leverages the most widely used and robust Internet security technologies to encrypt and safely deliver credit card data, so that customers can comply with the stringent Payment Cardholder Information (PCI) Data Security Standard. And, unlike other Internet-based credit card processing services that charge store owners a per transaction surcharge, MegaPath StoreConnect lets users process as many transactions as they want for one low monthly fee.
About MegaPath Inc.
MegaPath is the leading provider of managed IP communications services in North America. MegaPath leverages its wide selection of broadband connectivity, Virtual Private Networks, Voice over IP (VoIP) and security technologies to enable businesses to lower costs, increase security and enhance productivity. Businesses of all sizes can easily and securely communicate between their headquarters, branch offices, retail locations, mobile workers, and business partners.
To learn more about why over 22,000 companies have chosen MegaPath's managed IP data, voice and security services to improve their business communications, visit
www.megapath.com
or call 1-877-MegaPath (634-2728).
Keyword Tags:
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Welz & Weisel Communications
Tony Welz
703-218-3555
Tony@W2comm.com
State Keywords: California
Industry Keywords: Convenience Store; Technology; Internet; Networks; Security; Professional Services; Banking; Retail
Source: MegaPath Inc.
