The best-in-class network, which utilises TNS’ Dial and TNSConnect technologies, delivers a single, seamless solution which harmonises the payments infrastructure across the diverse range of countries and telecommunications environments. The high speed TNS solution offers flexible routing and a range of connectivity options to help simplify operations which carry multiple types of transaction traffic. It is adaptable and scalable, allowing users to cost-effectively expand and enter new markets as opportunities arise.

Lisa Shipley, Executive Vice President and Managing Director of TNS’ Payment Network Solutions, said: “Asia is an important growth area providing us with a strong position in rapidly evolving emerging markets. We are delighted to provide our highly available, resilient and secure network technology for Global Payments in Asia, where we are ideally placed to help organisations that need pan-regional support.”

Guido Sacchi, Chief Information Officer at Global Payments, added: “We have had a long-standing relationship with TNS because of their extensive global reach and ability to handle the many different protocols and methods used across the Asia Pacific region. By using TNS, we have achieved a standardised, PCI DSS solution that complies with local regulations in each market, meeting Global Payments’ business requirements and allowing us to maintain a high standard of service to our customers.”