POS (Point-of-Sale)

A one time debit entry to the account of a receiver where the entry is initiated at an electronic terminal. POS transactions are generally initiated with a merchant issued plastic card.

Related Terms

  • Authorizations (Card Processing)

    All transactions must be authorized via terminal, cash register, voice authorization, or automated voice response phone system (IVR).

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  • NACHA (National Automated Clearing House Association – The Electronic Payments Association)

    The national trade association responsible for developing and enforcing ACH rules and guidelines.

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