Mobile phones are ubiquitous in this day and age. Accepting credit cards with your phone is quickly becoming the method of choice for businesses and entrepreneurs on the move. More and more websites are going mobile, as well. With new technical advancements in security and regulatory compliance measures, consumers can swipe or buy online without fear of stolen identities or fraudulent purchases. Web based point of sale systems and e-commerce solutions are gaining popularity every day. Giving your customers the option to shop online from their phone or computer can help to expand your business beyond the traditional. This trend will continue to see a huge growth over the next decade with 50 percent of all European consumers purchasing items and services with a mobile device by 2020, according to Visa. However, with so many choices, how do you know what is the right solution for your business? Understanding how the different e-commerce options work is the first step in making an educated decision. [Read more…]