by Payscout Marketing | Dec 8, 2025 | Merchants, Payments, Processing
TL;DR Summary: A reactive “wait and see” approach to VAMP is a failing strategy. To stay compliant, you must be proactive. Payscout helps you get ahead (and stay ahead) of VAMP with four key tools: 1) A real-time VAMP Health Monitor, 2) Predictive alerts... 
by Payscout Marketing | Dec 8, 2025 | Featured, Merchants, Payments, Processing
TL;DR Summary: Visa’s new VAMP program is a big deal for e-commerce merchants. It merges the old fraud (VFMP) and dispute (VDMP) programs into one. It’s now tracked by a single VAMP Ratio (Fraud TC40s + Dispute TC15s) / Total Sales. If your business... 
by Payscout Marketing | Nov 19, 2025 | MBE, Merchants, Payments, Processing
TL;DR A simple, direct tax credit for using an MBE is a common myth. The real financial benefits are far more significant: Indirect Tax Advantages: Using an MBE helps you qualify for large government contracts, which often have their own tax incentives. Massive ROI:... 
by Payscout Marketing | Nov 19, 2025 | MBE, Merchants, Payments, Processing
TL;DR Summary Choosing the right MBE payment processor is critical. Don’t compromise; use this 5-point checklist: Verify Certification: Ensure they are “NMSDC certified,” not just self-proclaimed. Demand Global Scale: They must have world-class tech,... 
by Payscout Marketing | Nov 19, 2025 | MBE, Merchants, Payments, Processing
TL;DR Summary Supplier diversity is a direct driver of innovation and agility. MBEs bring fresh perspectives that lead to more creative problem-solving and are often more flexible and responsive than large, bureaucratic competitors. This agility is a critical...