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Staffing by the Clock: Using Card Machine Data to Cut Labour Costs
Running a successful business is all about finding the right balance. For many UK SMEs, staffing is one of the highest ongoing costs. Whether you run a café, restaurant, retail shop, salon, or another customer-facing business, having the right number of staff at the right time is essential. Too few
Is it time to go hybrid? A guide for food & drink businesses
For many independent food and drink businesses, the past few years have been defined by pressure. Rising wages, energy costs, food inflation and uncertain consumer demand have combined to create what Jane Pendlebury, CEO, Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) describes as a “perfect storm.” Recent research commissioned by UK Hospitality shows
CreatePay Appoints Albert Galloni as Money Laundering Reporting Officer & Director of Risk
London – UK, 17th June 2026 – CreatePay, one of the fastest growing Fintech and payment acceptance providers across the UK and Ireland has announced the appointment of Albert Galloni as MLRO (Money Laundering Reporting Officer) & Director of Risk. Albert’s role is subject to regulatory approval. Albert joins us
Summer Retail Growth Guide for SMEs: Inventory, Marketing & Sales Strategies
This guide includes everything you need to grow your retail business this Summer. If you want to learn how to Optimise inventory for peak seasons Create effective marketing campaigns Use data and technology to drive growth Prepare for growth beyond summer then this guide is for you… Chapter 1 –
Game-Changing Features of CreatePay Touch, The Portable EPOS
Running a business today means keeping a dozen plates spinning at once. If you are still juggling separate systems for your inventory, staff hours, and daily sales, you are losing precious time. Introducing CreatePay Touch – the ultimate all-in-one Portable EPOS and card payment solution designed to streamline your operations,
Stop Costly No-Shows: How CreatePay Touch Built on Your Portable Card Machine Can Help
Missed appointments are more than just an inconvenience – they cost businesses time, money, and valuable resources. If you run a salon, clinic, gym, or professional services company, no-shows can disrupt schedules, reduce productivity, and impact profitability. While many businesses already use a card machine to accept card payments, modern
CreatePay Touch: The Portable EPOS and Card Machine Designed for Growing Businesses
Running a business today requires more than just taking payments. Modern businesses need technology that helps them manage staff, control stock, improve customer service, and make smarter business decisions – all while keeping operations simple. That’s where CreatePay Touch comes in. Built directly onto your CreatePay One device, CreatePay Touch
CreatePay Touch: The All-in-One Card Machine and Portable EPOS System for UK SMEs
If you’re a UK small business owner looking for a smarter way to take payments and manage sales, we’re excited to introduce CreatePay Touch – the all-in-one portable EPOS system built directly on your CreatePay One card machine. Designed specifically for SMEs, CreatePay Touch combines a powerful, portable card machine
The Markdown Math: When to Discount Without Killing Your Margin
The Markdown Math: When to Discount Without Killing Your Margin For UK SMEs, discounting can feel like a quick win. A 10% flash sale boosts footfall, shifts slow stock, and gets customers talking. But when you rely on card machines and card payments every day, those discounts can quietly erode
CreatePay One Reviews: What You Need to Know (And Why You Should Upgrade Your Card Machine Before Summer)
CreatePay One Reviews: What You Need to Know (And Why You Should Upgrade Your Card Machine Before Summer) As summer approaches, businesses across the UK prepare for one of the busiest trading periods of the year. Whether you run a café, retail shop, salon, or mobile service, having a fast,
Optimising Your Payment Infrastructure: A Spring Audit for UK SMEs
As the new financial year begins, many UK small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) focus their “spring cleaning” on physical inventory or traditional bookkeeping. However, the technology supporting your card payments often becomes cluttered with inefficient processes, outdated hardware, and overlooked data insights. For a modern SME, an annual audit of your payment
How Pubs and Restaurants Can Prepare for Summer: A Complete Guide to Card Payments and Card Machines
Summer is one of the most profitable seasons for pubs and restaurants across the UK. With longer days, warmer weather, and an increase in foot traffic, businesses have a prime opportunity to boost revenue. But success during this busy period depends on preparation, especially when it comes to card payments
Prices are increasing – how can you find stability with your card payments?
The UK economy is entering another period of uncertainty, and for small businesses, that usually means one thing: rising costs. From energy bills to wages, nearly every operational expense is under pressure. While inflation has eased slightly, it remains above the Bank of England’s target, and growth across the economy
CreatePay and Zempler Bank Partner to Support UK SME Growth
Small businesses are the backbone of the UK economy, and giving them access to the right financial tools is essential for growth. That’s why CreatePay is proud to announce a new partnership with Zempler Bank, bringing together modern payment solutions and accessible business banking to better support SMEs across the
What Businesses Are Saying About The CreatePay One Card Machine (And Why the App Is the Real Game-Changer)
Why Businesses Are Upgrading Their Card Machine to CreatePay One For many UK businesses, upgrading their card machine isn’t just about taking card payments anymore – it’s about speed, insights, reliability, and improving the customer experience. Since launching CreatePay One, business owners have been telling us the same thing: “It
Introducing CreatePay One: The Smarter Card Machine for Modern UK Businesses
If you’re searching for the best card machine for small businesses in the UK, your upgrade has arrived. We’re proud to introduce CreatePay One – our newest 4G card terminal designed for ambitious UK businesses that want more than just a way to take payments. This isn’t just another portable
CreatePay Announces Appointment of Ian Ripley as Chief Technology Officer to Accelerate Next Phase of Growth
CreatePay, one of the UK’s fastest-growing fintech payment acceptance providers, has announced the appointment of Ian Ripley as Chief Technology Officer, strengthening the company’s executive leadership team as it scales its platform and expands its technology capabilities. Ian brings extensive technology leadership experience across the payments, fintech, and broader financial
CreatePay Appoints Daryll Notaro as Country Manager for Ireland
CreatePay, one of the UK’s fastest-growing fintech payment acceptance providers, has announced the appointment of Daryll Notaro as Country Manager for Ireland, following the official launch of CreatePay Ireland, headquartered in the heart of Dublin. The appointment represents a key milestone in CreatePay’s international expansion strategy, with Ireland identified as
CreatePay Announces Official Launch in Ireland
CreatePay, one of the UK’s fastest-growing fintech payment acceptance providers, is delighted to announce the official launch of its services in Ireland. Marking the company’s first phase of international expansion. Founded in the UK in summer 2023, CreatePay has delivered unprecedented growth and now supports more than 12,500 businesses with
New Year, New Ideas for Business Growth
How UK Businesses Can Grow Faster with CreatePay, CreatePay One & Smarter Funding The new year is one of the most important growth windows for UK businesses. It’s when decisions are made with clarity, not pressure – and when the plans and ideas for the rest of the year are
Preparing for 2026: What SMEs Need to Know!
Preparing for 2026: What SMEs Need to Know Now As we move toward 2026, one thing is clear: the way customers pay, interact, and choose where to spend is changing faster than ever. For small and medium-sized businesses – especially in retail, hospitality, food & beverage, and motor, staying ahead