Credit Card Processing

Credit Card Processing In Auto Shop Writer

Auto Shop Writer has integrated an online credit card processing system into the program.  This allows you to simply swipe a card, or enter the information on a credit card screen, and the payment will be processed and posted to the invoice.  You may also use it for accounts receivable posting.

To utilize this service, contact MasterLink Software ( 949 589-3186  or Sales@MasterLinkSoftware.com ) and we will provide the two Merchant Services companies who can handle your account.  Once the processing company has setup your account we will help you activate it in ASW

Auto Shop Writer is integrated with two different Merchant Services providers:  Charge It Pro and Acquirint.  Both are being used by our current clients with success.

Benefits

•The terms offered by these companies are competitive.

•Auto Shop Writer tracks all credit card transactions and will provide reports of all transactions.

•The credit card transaction is printed on the final invoice for the customer.

•You can use up to 4 credit cards on a single workorder.

•You can post a credit back to a card that was previously charged.

•Use of a Merchant Account with Auto Shop Writer is done on the internet.  This frees a phone line in your shop.

•All information is printed on the invoices, so you do not need a separate card machine/printer, nor do you waste money and time with paper rolls.

•Processing time is very fast, usually in 2 to 4 seconds, and it eliminates the need for a modem to dial in, negotiate, and connect before transferring data.

•Support is available 24/7/365 in 163 languages.

•The prices will likely beat your best deal.  If the terms are not what you want, you need not proceed.

Account Setup

On the Finance menu in Auto Shop Writer, select the Merchant Services item, and then Select.   Click on the provider you wish to use.  Then go to the Setup button and you will be asked to complete the information necessary for the selected provider.

Setup is handled by the individual providers, using their utility.  Thus, you will want to consult their documentation and your agreement papers for the proper information to enter.

Transactions

All transaction posting is discussed in the appropriate areas ( Workorders, Accounts Receivable ) of this manual.  Also review the information supplied by your provider for completing their user interface forms.

Reports

The Credit Card item on the Workorders report tab will give you a complete listing of all transactions for the date range you select.  Enter a beginning and ending date, and you will get a list of all sales, credits, and rejections, plus appropriate information to identify where the transaction applied.