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Why does it cost money to receive money?  

Imagine a customer walking into your store, picking up a product, and paying with their card. The transaction seems instant; money moves from their account to yours in seconds. Yet, when you check your bank statement later, you notice a small deduction. A transaction fee. Why does accepting card payments cost merchants money?  The answer lies in the complex, invisible ecosystem that makes secure card payments possible. […]

Meeting with Benoît Borckmans: An Integrated Approach to Customer Care and Financial Operations 

Behind every customer experience and every mastered financial operation at Axepta BNP Paribas Benelux, there are dedicated teams and a clear vision. Leading them is Benoît Borckmans, Head of Customer Care and Financial Operations. His professional journey reflects progressive expertise in customer service and financial operations, marked by successive transitions within evolving companies.  His career path demonstrates solid expertise in acquiring. During the […]

From order to checkout: Seamless payments in restaurants, bars, food trucks and pop-ups

Opening a new restaurant or bar is no small feat. There’s endless logistics to manage, details to finalize, and every owner dreams of a smooth launch where everything falls into place from day one. But even the most thoughtfully designed restaurant, bar, or café can’t thrive without one critical element: seamless payments. While managing a high-volume […]

KYC, a transparent process for secure business partnerships

In the financial world, trust and security are the foundations of every successful partnership. At Axepta BNP Paribas, we understand that compliance isn’t just about meeting regulatory obligations; it’s about creating a smooth, transparent onboarding experience that sets businesses up for success from day one. That’s why our Know Your Customer (KYC) process is carefully structured to verify identities, assess business activities, including the […]

Cash Register Integration makes businesses faster and more reliable

Imagine a busy café where every customer order is taken on a tablet, but the payment terminal doesn’t talk to the cash register. The cashier has to manually type the total into the payment terminal, sometimes making mistakes, slowing down the line, and frustrating customers. Now picture the same café, but the moment an order […]

How to choose the best payment package for your business with Axepta BNP Paribas?

Merchants, artisans, and entrepreneurs seek payment solutions tailored to their business activities, whether they are just starting out, growing, or already well-established. Axepta BNP Paribas simplifies payment acceptance by offering clear, customized, and scalable solutions, designed to streamline daily transactions and support the growth of professional activities. To meet the diverse needs of merchants, four distinct packages are […]

Payment solutions for merchants: How to choose the best option? 

Today, electronic and contactless payments have become the standard. 84% of Belgians prefer digital payments over cash (source: Bancontact). Yet, selecting the most suitable solution for their business remains a challenge for many merchants. A poor choice can quickly lead to significant costs and hinder business growth. This is where Axepta BNP Paribas comes in. […]

Axepta BNP Paribas in three words: people-focused, pragmatic, and dynamic. 

Five years ago, An Vuylsteke transitioned from Ingenico to Axepta BNP Paribas, where she took on the challenge of building a new HR structure as HR Manager. Thanks to her background and experience, she now leads a team of two people as Head of HR. In a scale-up, everything still needs to be built. “I […]

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Payment Habits: What 2025 reveals about digital adoption

Belgium’s payment landscape in 2025 confirmed a trend that has been accelerating for years: digital payments are no longer an alternative, they are an expectation. The Digital Payments Barometer 2025, an Ipsos survey conducted by the Vrije Universiteit Brussel, provides a clear snapshot of how Belgians pay today. Here is what the data tells us about […]