Pliant solution for the travel industry
Product innovation
6 min read

How can TMCs benefit from virtual credit cards?

Travel Management Companies (TMCs) are used by more and more companies today. In addition, there has been an increase in the adoption of digital payments across a wide range of industries.

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Embedded Finance
Product innovation
7 min read

Embedded finance (EF): How your industry can reap the benefits and drive success

In today's fast-paced digital age, the landscape of financial services has undergone a remarkable shift, extending far beyond the confines of traditional banks. Embedded financial services are transforming the interactions between businesses and consumers with financial products and services.


Ecommerce can save time with virtual credit cards
Digitalization
2 min read

Time is money: How virtual credit cards boost e-commerce efficiency

Every busy entrepreneur knows that time is one of the most valuable resources. There’s so much to do, yet so little time, especially in the fast-evolving e-commerce business. Luckily, virtual credit cards and smooth integrations can speed up processes significantly.


Ecommerce benefits from virtual credit cards with generous cashback
Digitalization
3 min read

4 Ways eCommerce businesses can leverage cashback and virtual credit cards

When it comes to payments and business expenses, e-commerce operators face unique challenges. Debit cards can’t keep up with frequent transactions? Credit limit runs out, right when your digital marketing campaign is starting to gain traction? Corporate credit cards with high limits and generous cashback rewards can make your life easier.


payment solutions for saas companies
Business booster
8 min read

Overcoming payment and receipt management hurdles for SaaS companies

Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) companies have revolutionized the way businesses operate by providing cost-effective and scalable software solutions. But as these companies continue to grow, it's critical for them to streamline financial processes such as receipt management and transaction tracking to ensure efficiency without compromising their data security.


two men working at a marketing agency
Business booster
10 min read

Solving marketing agencies’ woes with the right digital payment solution

Marketing agencies have been instrumental in the way businesses approach advertising and promotions. Their expertise in creating compelling multichannel campaigns has helped companies of all sizes and industries reach their audiences and grow their customer bases. But despite the significant value they bring, marketing firms often encounter their own obstacles when it comes to managing their operations.


Man with a mobile device
Modern workplace
6 min read

What should a business travel report include?

Your business trip is over, and now it’s time to draft up a travel report. Why does your manager ask for a business trip report? And what should a good report include? Scroll down to learn everything you need to know about how to write a travel report.


business owner handling online orders
Business booster
8 min read

Virtual credit cards for e-commerce: Unlocking high credit limits and real cashback rewards

With more and more entrepreneurs choosing to start online businesses, there has been a significant shift towards e-commerce in recent years, and for good reason. Statista reports that the European e-commerce market is projected to surpass the one trillion dollar mark in revenue by 2027, reflecting its continued rapid growth and dynamism.


software reseller closing a deal
Digitalization
8 min read

How can software resellers improve their margins?

Software resellers play an important role in helping organizations find the right software to meet their needs and goals. Simply put, they are experts at helping businesses of all sizes navigate the complex software landscape, choose the right solutions for their needs, and get the most out of their software investments. But like any other industry, these companies also need help streamlining their own operations and payment processes.


Pliant solution for the travel industry
Product innovation
6 min read

How can TMCs benefit from virtual credit cards?

Travel Management Companies (TMCs) are used by more and more companies today. In addition, there has been an increase in the adoption of digital payments across a wide range of industries.


Accountant using a calculator
Business booster
8 min read

Expense management automation: What is it and how does it work?

Many businesses still resort to manual processes to keep track of expenses, but as operations scale up, things might get too complicated. The old ways are sometimes the best. But, in this article, we'll show you why expense management automation is so much better than the manual approach. Read on!


Kickback vs. Cashback corporate credit card
Business booster
8 min read

Kickback vs. Cashback: Get the most out of your corporate credit card

A corporate credit card is the best way for businesses to pay for expenses like marketing, software, and cloud services. And when the credit card features a cashback rewards program, the popular payment method becomes even more attractive.


NIRP = Negative Interest Rate Policy
Financial lighthouse
7 min read

What is NIRP and how does it affect corporate deposits?

In 2023, while the European Central Bank is raising its target interest rates, negative interest rates might seem like a distant reality. But it was only recently that they were still perfectly normal. Learn everything about negative interest rate policy (NIRP) and how your business can avoid losing money if times of negative interest rates return. 


online business entrepreneurs
Guest post
5 min read

Why is Germany a great choice for your online business expansion?

Germany is a particularly inviting destination for online entrepreneurs and retailers. The country boasts a substantial and expanding eCommerce industry, with nearly 70 million individuals shopping online and generating around $100 billion in eCommerce revenue. (source: Statista)


Financial lighthouse
14 min

Virtual credit card: Benefits, risks, and costs at a glance

Compared to other payment methods, virtual credit cards have numerous advantages. They're quick to create and issue, and you can use them instantly. To help you find the best virtual credit card for your business, we put together an extensive overview of the benefits, risks, and costs related to this digital payment method.


Financial lighthouse
7 min read

Credit check for a corporate credit card: How does Schufa affect it?

When a company applies for a corporate credit card, a credit check plays an important role. Credit agencies, such as Schufa in Germany, help credit card providers assess the applicant’s creditworthiness. But how does the credit check work? And can an employee receive a corporate credit card even if they have a Schufa entry? In this article, we answer these and other important credit-related questions.


Business booster
7 min read

What is a black credit card?

Black credit cards differ from other payment cards in more ways than just by their unique color. These luxurious elite cards come with exclusive benefits and numerous extra amenities. Read on to learn what requirements you have to meet to qualify for a black credit card – and is it worth the hype?


Man using a tablet to track his company spending
Financial lighthouse
10 min read

Spend management: A smart solution for companies

Success requires capital disbursement, but it’s important to keep track of expenses. That’s why intelligent businesses invest in spend management.


Person's Left Hand Holding Green Leaf Plant
Sustainability
10 min read

Sustainability: How to become a green company?

In this day and age, it is crucial for businesses to develop an effective strategy to reduce their carbon footprint. Fortunately, we’ve gathered the best tips for turning your business into a green company in 2023.


Business booster
10 min read

Business travel management: How to plan your staff's trips wisely

Whether you’ll have someone from your employees flying across the country to a conference, trade show, or team building event, knowing the basics of business travel management will allow you to make the most of your budget and your employees' valuable time.


fully remote jobs
Modern workplace
9 min

How to build rapport with employees in a hybrid or fully remote company

One of the biggest challenges hybrid or fully remote companies face is the ability to create a pleasant work culture when face-to-face interaction is an ever-present limitation. According to the 2018 Employee Retention Report, employees who are unhappy with their company's work culture are 24% more likely to look for another job within a year.


female entrepreneur entering records of expenses
Financial lighthouse
5 min read

Is your business GoBD compliant?

Whether you're interested in starting a business or expanding your operations to Germany, making sure your company is GoBD compliant should be one of your top priorities. In this quick read, we’ll address the most relevant aspects you should consider before taking the big leap into the German market.


Pliant now available in Italy and Ireland
Pliant-Innovationen
3 min read

Pliant now available in Italy and Ireland

Since the start of the Pliant journey in 2020, everyone at the company has been focused on making the most forward-thinking card payment platform that helps businesses grow. For over two years, we’ve been demonstrating that credit cards are a reliable and scalable payment method that benefits all kinds of businesses, especially those with high spending needs.


Woman covering her face with santa hat
Modern workplace
9 min read

How to plan a last-minute office Christmas party: A checklist for busy managers

We snow there are a million ways to plan an office Christmas party. ❄️ However, we're going to focus on the setbacks that arise when your time and budget are limited. So, without further ado, let’s dive right in!


Financial lighthouse
5 min read

Bookkeeping vs. accounting: Everything you ever wanted to know, but were afraid to ask

Although bookkeeping and accounting go hand in hand, it is important to understand that each plays a different and important role in an organization. Tax compliance and financial affairs are intimidating topics for most freelancers and business owners alike, and rightly so. In the early stages of their business journey, many entrepreneurs venture into running their own finances to minimize costs. However, this can lead to unfortunate situations that can easily be prevented with the guidance of a professional in the field. So, who do you trust with one of the most precious aspects of your business, a bookkeeper or an accountant? Scroll down to find out!


Digitalization
6 min read

4 Top reasons why you should use digital wallets

Technology is advancing at lightning speed and it's sometimes hard to keep up. We get it. But considering the recent growth in the use of digital wallets, we took it upon ourselves to run a survey on LinkedIn to find out the frequency in which our network makes payments with these tools.


Kontaktlos bezahlen, wie es gerade am besten passt
Digitalization
11 min read

Are contactless and mobile payments secure?

Contactless and mobile payments have been around for a while now, but it's no secret that they have gained great popularity in recent years. One of the causes that accelerated the use of digitized payments was undoubtedly the Covid-19 outbreak. And it seems that this form of payment is here to stay.


Der drei- oder vierstellige Sicherheitscode auf der Rückseite Ihrer Kreditkarte soll Kreditkartenbetrug erschweren.
Financial lighthouse
9 Min.

We bet you didn't know this about your cards’ CVV code

There is more to the CVV code than meets the eye. We dare to assume that most cardholders are aware of the security functionality of the much-talked-about 3 (sometimes 4)-digit code. But beyond addressing the obvious security functionalities of this code, we want to highlight other aspects that are of utmost importance.


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