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The Unseen Hero of Black Friday: The Importance of a Reliable Payments Orchestrator

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Rob Simmonds

By Rob Simmonds, Head of Architecture

As the Head of Architecture for Paydock, I feel it is important to shed light on a critical aspect of the Black Friday shopping phenomenon that often goes unnoticed—the paramount importance of a robust payments orchestrator. 

As the annual shopping extravaganza approaches next week, I wanted to share my insights into why having a dependable payment orchestration platform is crucial for retailers during the anticipated Black Friday sales.

The Black Friday Phenomenon

Black Friday, which originated in the United States, has evolved into a global shopping phenomenon. Retailers across the globe participate in the event by offering substantial discounts on a wide range of products, attracting hordes of shoppers both in-store and online.

In recent years, the online component of Black Friday has experienced remarkable growth, reflecting changing customer preferences. An increasing number of consumers opt for the convenience of browsing and purchasing products online from the comfort of their homes, contributing to an unprecedented rise in online Black Friday shopping. This shift is clearly evidenced by the statistics from the National Retail Federation, where in the US alone, 87.2m people shopped online on Black Friday in 2022. 

In the US alone, 87.2m customers shopped online on Black Friday in 2022

The Surge in Online Transactions

The exponential rise in online shopping has resulted in a significant surge in online transactions, particularly during Black Friday. Consumers browse through various online retailers and expect quick and secure payment processing when making purchases. This heightened online activity places considerable demands on payment systems, emphasising the importance of a payment orchestration platform. 

The Role of the Payments Orchestrator on Black Friday

Paydock serves as the linchpin of our customer’s payment processing infrastructure serving as a centralised system, efficiently managing and optimising the payment journey for consumers. 

Let’s delve into why Paydock is indispensable during Black Friday sales… 

Scalability

On Black Friday, online retailers face an unprecedented surge of traffic and Paydock stands ready to handle the increased load without compromising on transaction speed or security. Paydock, with our scalable infrastructure and platform, ensures the delivery of efficient and dependable payment processing, sustaining optimal performance during peak demand to elevate the overall customer experience.

Redundancy

Downtime poses a significant threat to any online retailer, especially during Black Friday. According to Gartner, the cost of unplanned downtime is estimated to be around $5,600 per minute. Paydock offers redundancy and failover mechanisms such as our routing feature to ensure that payments can be processed seamlessly, even in the event of technical issues. Our commitment to minimising downtime reinforces the reliability of your payment systems during critical periods, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted shopping experience for customers on Black Friday and beyond.

Payment Method Support

As Black Friday draws a wide consumer base, retailers must accommodate the diverse payment preferences of their customers. Research from Paypal has shown that 59% of merchants have said their customers have frequently abandoned a shopping cart when their preferred payment method is not available. Whether it’s digital wallets, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) or traditional credit cards, Paydock ensures comprehensive payment method support, significantly minimising the risk of shopping cart abandonment due to restricted payment choices and empowering customers to transact seamlessly with their preferred payment methods during the peak shopping period. 

Fraud Prevention

Black Friday can also attract cybercriminals looking to exploit the increased online activity. Paydock provides robust fraud detection and prevention measures to safeguard both customers and retailers from fraudulent transactions. Paydock enables retailers to rapidly activate global fraud vendors at a fraction of the time and cost of traditional approaches directly from the Paydock dashboard. By offering an efficient and cost-effective anti-fraud solution, Paydock empowers retailers to stay ahead of potential threats and ensures a secure and seamless Black Friday shopping experience for all parties involved.

Customer Experience

In the fast-paced world of e-commerce, a smooth and hassle-free payment process is critical for retaining customers. With Paydock, retailers can streamline the checkout process, making it quicker and more user-friendly. A seamless and hassle-free checkout experience contributes to customer satisfaction, reduces cart abandonment rates, and ultimately encourages repeat business.

Data Security

As online transactions continue to rise, the importance of data security cannot be overstated. Paydock exceeds industry regulations with bank-grade resilient standards providing merchants with a robust defence against potential cyber threats and giving them peace of mind that all customer-sensitive data is safeguarded.

The cost of unplanned downtime is estimated to be $5,600 per minute

Orchestration: A solution for Black Friday and beyond

As Black Friday continues to be a significant shopping event for consumers and retailers alike, having a reliable online payment orchestration platform such as Paydock is not a luxury but a necessity. It is the unsung hero behind the scenes, ensuring that customers can make their purchases smoothly and securely while retailers can maximise their sales during this crucial period. Without a doubt, investing in a robust payments orchestrator like Paydock is a smart move for any e-commerce business looking to thrive on Black Friday and beyond.

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