With this, Elavon continues its trend of investment in mobile technology solutions for businesses in the Irish market –strengthening the ability for businesses to accept payments 'on the move' across the country for Android, iPhone® and iPad® users.

Allowing businesses to increase the volume of sales opportunities, MobileMerchant is an innovative, secure, complete payment solution that transforms mobile devices into payment terminals. By connecting a smartphone via Bluetooth, MobileMerchant enables companies to do business anywhere, at any time, and accept Visa® and MasterCard® credit and debit cards and, ultimately, profit. With in-built EMV Chip and PIN, payments can be accepted quickly and securely, bringing peace of mind to cardholders and business owners. This builds on the original launch of MobileMerchant in Ireland and the UK in January 2012 and reflects the increasing demand for mobile payments options in the UK and across Europe.

The new App, 2.0, includes these useful enhancements:
Tipping option
VAT and discount settings
Multiple item entry
Improved 'refunds' and 'void' usability
Easy access to transaction history from within the App

With the Irish economy turning a corner, the country is looking to small businesses to help drive the economy forward. With additional payment acceptance capabilities at the point of sale now available, businesses from locksmiths to hairdressers, electricians to plumbers and taxi drivers can now free up valuable time normally spent sending invoices or chasing payments – freeing up time to pursue additional business and boost their bottom line and that of the local economy.

Andrew Rush, Head of International Product, Elavon advises: "It is no secret that owners of small businesses are stretched for time, with numerous 'hats' to wear. We want to make it easier for them to manage their income, reduce the time they spend on paperwork and most importantly benefit from increased opportunities to do business, with little additional effort required. With the enhancement of our MobileMerchant service, we are reaffirming our commitment to the Irish market and are aiming to make it easier than ever for Irish businesses to take payments securely."