Payment Processing System

/ˈpeɪmənt ˈprəʊsɛsɪŋ ˈsɪstəm/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A technological platform or service facilitating the authorization, processing, and settlement of payment transactions between buyers and sellers.
    The company upgraded its payment processing system to reduce transaction times and enhance security.

Forms

  • payment processing system
  • payment processing systems

Commentary

In drafting contracts, clearly specifying the roles and responsibilities related to the payment processing system is critical to allocate liability and ensure compliance with applicable financial regulations.

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