Payment solutions for retailers who want to make the most out of the Valentine’s Day purchasing surge

• Valentine’s Day highlights the importance of in-person shopping, with retailers facing high demand and operational challenges.

• Simplifying in-person payments helps retailers manage crowds and improve the overall shopping experience.

• Reliable payment processing is crucial during seasonal spikes, minimizing downtime and enhancing customer satisfaction.

• SmartPOS and SoftPOS solutions offer merchants flexibility, ensuring smooth transactions even during peak periods.

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Love may be infinite, but supply isn't. Retailers are faced with overwhelming foot traffic, leading to empty shelves and frayed nerves. That’s where pre-order and in-store pickup options become lifesavers, helping customers get their roses and reservations without the chaos. With seamless integrations through our platform, the retailer’s POS system ensures smooth operations, while value-added features like pre-ordering and in-store pickup simplify the experience. It’s all about offering convenience and a hassle-free shopping journey.

Credit cards remain the preferred choice for impulse buys, making system reliability essential, especially on high-demand days like Valentine’s, as, let’s face it, downtime can be a potential disaster. On top of this, merchants are burdened by the growing cost of keeping payments flowing. The 2025 J.D. Power U.S. Merchant Services Satisfaction Study [SK1] highlights the strain small businesses face from rising payment processing costs, prompting 34% of merchants to add surcharges on credit card transactions. As digital wallets and Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) options gain traction, these surcharges create friction, with 41% of credit card users avoiding businesses that impose them.

Additionally, concerns over data security and limited guidance from payment providers further complicate matters, emphasizing the need for stronger support as businesses navigate an evolving payments landscape. At Aevi, we ensure payment reliability, minimizing downtime and supporting seamless transactions. Our flexible, cost-effective solutions integrate various payment methods while prioritizing data security and customer ease.

As just mentioned, alternative payment methods like digital wallets, QR codes, and BNPL are becoming more popular every day. Retailers need an easy way to choose the options that work best for them and their customers. New payment trends are always popping up, so make sure your merchants are ready to jump on board and be the first to offer the latest and greatest in their stores. Integrating into our orchestration platform will easily connect many payment types and processing options that are fully certified and future-proof to your estate.

SmartPOS is an absolute must-have, especially during peak seasons like Valentine’s Day when keeping customers happy and loyal is key. These devices make even the busiest, most stressful times of the year feel a little smoother. Why? SmartPOS isn’t just a payment terminal, it’s a smarter solution. With value-added services, SmartPOS has evolved. It’s no longer limited to what the hardware provider offers, merchants can now install their apps or work with their preferred ISV, tailoring their devices to their specific needs. This flexibility is a game-changer, transforming traditional locked-down terminals into an open platform for innovation. 

But if SmartPOS is great, SoftPOS might just be the true love of every merchant’s life. With SoftPOS, merchants can accept contactless payments directly on NFC-enabled smartphones or tablets, eliminating the need for bulky payment terminals. Handling Valentine’s Day rush or other seasonal peaks? No problem! SoftPOS puts all the essential POS and payment features right on your tablet, making it a cost-effective, user-friendly solution for small businesses. By combining simplicity and accessibility, SoftPOS is revolutionizing payment acceptance and changing the game for merchants everywhere.

And on top of everything is a seamless payment experience that ensures that romance isn’t delayed by checkout queues or tech glitches. Valentine’s Day demands speed and convenience in every step of the buying journey - whether it’s pre-ordering the most beautiful flower bouquet online and picking up the freshly cut flowers before you head to your loved one or securing last-minute theatre tickets in person. 

This Valentine’s Day let’s transform the shopping experience by embracing modern payment solutions that make every swipe or tap as seamless as Cupid’s arrow hitting its mark.

With Aevi as your partner, who truly loves payments and connects everyone in the payment value chain to deliver the best solutions, you'll experience the full benefits of our in-person payment orchestration platform. If you're ready to join this community and fall in love with all the amazing features Aevi offers, reach out to our team today.