June 6, 2024 – ECRS, a leading provider of retail technology solutions, is proud to announce a groundbreaking development in EBT payments that sets a new standard for security and fraud prevention.
Traditionally, EBT cards have relied on Mag-stripe (MSR) technology, leaving them vulnerable to fraud and misuse. Recognizing the urgent need for enhanced security measures, ECRS has spearheaded the transition to Chip and Tap technology for EBT payments.
Through collaboration with industry experts, ECRS’ E-Payments team has successfully implemented support for the new SNAP EBT Chip Cards, allowing seamless payment acceptance to retailers running ECRS’ CATAPULT Retail POS software. This initiative not only demonstrates ECRS’s commitment to innovation but also positions the company as a leader in safeguarding the financial well-being of low-income individuals who rely on SNAP benefits.
Starting August 1st, 2024, California and Oklahoma will roll out new SNAP EBT cards equipped with Chip and Tap technology. This industry-wide shift marks a crucial milestone in the fight against EBT fraud, offering enhanced protection for both retailers and SNAP participants.
Key benefits of SNAP EBT chip cards include:
- Increased security measures to combat fraud, including skimming incidents.
- Protection of SNAP benefits through advanced encryption technology.
- Assurance for SNAP participants that their benefits are safe and secure.
- Enhanced trust and confidence in retailers equipped with chip payment options.
ECRS encourages retailers to embrace this progressive change and join the movement towards a more secure EBT payment system. By accepting SNAP EBT chip cards, retailers not only protect their businesses but also contribute to the welfare of SNAP participants across the nation.
“Throughout my time at ECRS, I have seen singlehandedly a bad issue of EBT fraud where a retailer had their EBT customers’ cards stolen via skimmer and the account drained completely,” said Logan Phillips, ECRS E-Payments Business Unit Manager. “The most devastating part about this is that bad actors are stealing from cardholders who truly rely on these funds to get by, and most, if not all, are low income. I am glad I could be a part of spearheading the development efforts to ensure our software could easily accept SNAP EBT Chip Cards and provide a new level of payment security to our retailers’ local communities.”
As a pioneer in the adoption of Chip and Tap technology for EBT payments, ECRS remains dedicated to driving positive change in the retail industry and setting a new standard for secure payment solutions. To learn more about ECRS’ solutions, visit www.ecrs.com.
About ECRS
ECRS is a US-based, Certified Evergreen™ transaction and retail solutions provider, with a successful track record that stretches over 30 years. ECRS future-proofs local and regional retailers to win in today’s market, while preparing them for tomorrow’s opportunities. ECRS’ revolutionary CATAPULT® POS system is the market’s only truly unified transaction platform, running in thousands of locations across North America. With CATAPULT, the point of sale, self-checkout, deli scales, fuel pump, pharmacy, web-store, inventory, customer loyalty, back office, e-commerce, and enterprise management all share one single transactional logic. Unified Transaction Logic™ empowers retailers to prosper by providing actionable business intelligence across their enterprise. Unifying hardware, software, and services, ECRS offers friction-free, cost-saving solutions that increase customer engagement while transforming the consumer experience.
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