What is POS: A detailed article about bank POS machines!
In today's digital age, POS machines have become an indispensable part of commercial transactions. However, many people may be confused about the concept, functions, and the banks to which POS belongs. This article will provide a detailed introduction to what POS machines are and their relationship with banks.
What is POS machine
A point of sale terminal (POS), also known as a sales terminal, is a multifunctional terminal installed at specialized merchants and credit card acceptance points, and automatically transfers electronic funds through connection to a computer network. It has functions that support consumption, pre authorization, balance inquiry, and transfer, and is widely used in various commercial venues.
2、 Functions of POS machine
1. Consumption: Customers can use POS machines to make payments at merchants that support credit card consumption, achieving a fast and convenient shopping experience.
2. Pre authorization: Merchants can pre authorize customers' credit cards through the pre authorization function to ensure transaction security.
3. Balance inquiry: Customers can view their credit card balance on the POS machine to understand their account status.
4. Transfer: Merchants and customers can transfer funds through POS machines, facilitating the flow of funds.
3、 The relationship between POS machines and banks
POS machines are closely related to banks. Firstly, banks are one of the main suppliers of POS machines. Merchants can collaborate with banks to install and use POS machines. In addition, the bank also provides POS maintenance and upgrade services to ensure the normal operation of the equipment.
Secondly, by using POS machines, merchants can easily accept credit card payments and improve transaction efficiency. At the same time, banks can also collect transaction data through POS machines to understand customers' consumption habits and needs, providing reference for subsequent marketing and services.
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