Smarter Payments

Smarter Payments Smarter Payments is a payment merchant provider that supports UK businesses

πŸ“£ Meet the Team | Larry Lewis – Head of Independent Sales🏠 My Smarter Payments StoryI spent six fantastic years with a l...
19/06/2026

πŸ“£ Meet the Team | Larry Lewis – Head of Independent Sales

🏠 My Smarter Payments Story

I spent six fantastic years with a leading independent payments provider, progressing from Business Development Manager through to Regional Manager. It was a brilliant environment that gave me the opportunity to grow professionally and build some incredible relationships along the way.

After a period with another major payments organisation, I realised that while the package was attractive, I missed being part of a close-knit team with a strong culture and shared vision. I wanted to be somewhere that felt collaborative, ambitious, and genuinely focused on helping both customers and colleagues succeed.

When I was introduced to Smarter Payments, it quickly became clear that this was exactly the kind of business I had been looking for. I joined in January 2026 and haven't looked back.

⚑ An Exciting Time to Be Here

The business is growing rapidly, with the launch of innovative solutions including our mobile app, Pay by Link, Crypto Pay and Smarter POS Intelligence. It's exciting to be part of a company that's constantly looking for new ways to help businesses improve their payment experience and operate more efficiently.

β˜€οΈ A Day in My Life

No two days are ever the same, and that's exactly how I like it. My role focuses on supporting independent merchant services sales across multiple UK territories, working with hospitality, retail and service-based businesses.

I spend my time meeting business owners, reviewing their current payment arrangements and helping them identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency and access solutions that genuinely work for their business.

πŸ™‹ A Little Bit About Me

Outside of work, I'm a qualified life coach, and that has a huge influence on how I approach leadership and business. I'm passionate about personal development and helping others achieve their goals, both professionally and personally.

For me, success isn't just about results; it's about helping people grow, develop confidence and create opportunities for themselves. That's the part of the job I find most rewarding.

πŸ‘‡ If you'd like to find out more about joining our growing team, we'd love to hear from you.

🍽️ Industry Spotlight: HospitalityIn hospitality, every customer experience matters.From the moment a guest orders a cof...
10/06/2026

🍽️ Industry Spotlight: Hospitality

In hospitality, every customer experience matters.

From the moment a guest orders a coffee, settles a hotel bill, pays for a meal, or buys drinks at the bar, the payment process is often the final interaction they have with your business.

And when it works seamlessly, most customers won't even notice it.

But when it doesn't?

❌ Long queues at busy periods
❌ Failed transactions
❌ Slow payment processing
❌ Frustrated customers
❌ Lost sales

For hospitality businesses, payment systems need to do more than simply take card payments. They need to support a fast-paced environment where speed, reliability and customer experience are essential.

With rising costs continuing to challenge the sector, it's also worth asking:

πŸ’· Are you paying the right rates?
πŸ’· Are your payment solutions still fit for your business?
πŸ’· When did you last review your merchant services?

Small improvements across hundreds or thousands of transactions can make a significant difference over time.

At Smarter Payments, we work with hospitality businesses across the UK to help ensure their payment solutions are working as hard as they are.

What do you think is the biggest challenge facing hospitality businesses right now?
πŸ‘‡ We'd love to hear your thoughts.

πŸ’· The Β£10,000 Question...If your business processed an extra Β£10,000 this month, would you actually know how much of it ...
05/06/2026

πŸ’· The Β£10,000 Question...

If your business processed an extra Β£10,000 this month, would you actually know how much of it you'd keep?

Most business owners keep a close eye on sales, margins, stock costs, wages, and overheads.

But when was the last time you looked at your card processing costs?

Many businesses are surprised to discover they're paying for things they weren't aware of, such as:
β€’ Transaction fees
β€’ Authorisation charges
β€’ PCI compliance fees
β€’ Monthly service fees
β€’ Additional charges hidden in the small print

The reality is that payment costs can change over time, and what was competitive a few years ago may not be today.

That's why it's worth reviewing your merchant services regularly. Not because the cheapest option is always the best, but because understanding exactly what you're paying helps you make informed decisions for your business.

A quick review could reveal opportunities to reduce costs, improve service, or simply give you peace of mind that you're getting good value.

When was the last time you checked your card processing statement?

🏏 We're proud to announce our new partnership with Guernsey Cricket!Smarter Payments has been appointed as the Front of ...
03/06/2026

🏏 We're proud to announce our new partnership with Guernsey Cricket!

Smarter Payments has been appointed as the Front of Shirt Sponsor for the Guernsey Senior Men's National Team.

As a business, we're passionate about supporting ambitious organisations that make a positive impact in their communities, and Guernsey Cricket is a fantastic example of that. With the team continuing to compete on the international stage and inspire the next generation of players, we're excited to be part of their journey.

This partnership reflects our commitment to the Guernsey market and our belief in investing in organisations that share our values of performance, growth, and community engagement.

We'd like to thank everyone at Guernsey Cricket for the warm welcome, and we look forward to supporting the team as they represent the island around the world.

Good luck to the players and coaching staff for the season ahead!

Big changes are happening in the payments world and many businesses won’t even realise they’re already being affected. O...
20/05/2026

Big changes are happening in the payments world and many businesses won’t even realise they’re already being affected. One of the latest developments is Visa tokenisation for recurring payments.

In simple terms, tokenisation replaces sensitive card details with secure digital tokens, helping improve:
πŸ”’ Security
πŸ”„ Subscription payment reliability
❌ Failed payment reduction
πŸ“ˆ Customer experience

For businesses that rely on memberships, subscriptions, instalments, or repeat billing, this could have a significant impact over time. The payments industry moves quickly, and staying informed matters more than ever.

At Smarter Payments, we keep a close eye on developments across Visa, Mastercard, and AMEX so our clients can focus on running their businesses β€” without needing to become payment experts themselves.

Address

2 Tallis Street
London
EC4Y0AB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+443303035264

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