For independent high street retailers and hospitality venues across Essex and Cambridgeshire, keeping up with the rapid evolution of payment technology can feel like a full-time job. With the introduction of the 2026 Commercial Payments Bill and new interventions from...
The Saffron Walden Tourist Information Centre (TIC) is the welcoming face of our historic market town. Welcoming thousands of visitors each year, the TIC team works tirelessly to promote local attractions, events, and businesses. However, behind the counter, their...
At East Anglian Business Solutions (EABS), we are constantly looking for ways to provide our local merchants with the best tools to run their businesses efficiently. That is why we are thrilled to announce that EABS is now an officially authorised distributor for...
For independent traders, boutique shops, and service providers across Essex and Cambridgeshire, every percentage point counts toward keeping the doors open. Yet, many local business owners unknowingly hand over thousands of pounds each year to distant corporate card...
The face of independent hospitality and leisure across Cambridgeshire, Essex, and Suffolk is changing rapidly. Local pubs, farm shops, boutique heritage sites, and independent cafes are no longer just places to make a quick purchase, they have evolved into vibrant...
Our high streets across Essex and Cambridgeshire are far more than just collections of storefronts—they are the economic and social heartbeat of our communities. From the bustling market square in Saffron Walden to the historic independent lanes of Cambridge, local...
For independent firms across Essex, Cambridgeshire, and the wider East Anglian region, maintaining reliable cash flow is not just an accounting priority—it is the very lifeblood of daily operations. Whether you are funding inventory, paying staff, or investing in...
The way consumers pay at the till in the UK has reached a major turning point. Following updated rules from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the long-standing, national £100 cap on contactless card payments has officially been lifted. In its place, banks and...
As the final frost of January settles over East Anglia, many business owners in Saffron Walden and Bishop's Stortford are opening their first utility statements of 2026. This week, the relentless rain and sleet brought by Storm Chandra have served as a stark reminder...
A thorough post-mortem of your January performance is the most powerful way to ensure a profitable Q1. By diving into your EPOS (Electronic Point of Sale) analytics now, you can transform last month's chaos into a strategic roadmap for February and March. As the final...
New Year - New Payment Solutions As we enter 2026, the retail landscape in East Anglia is undergoing a significant transformation. For independent shops in Cambridge and established retailers across Suffolk, the way customers choose to pay is no longer just a back-end...
Running a successful business means being able to take payments smoothly and efficiently. When your card machine is slow – or worse, not working – you risk frustrated customers, missed sales, and lost revenue. As East Anglian Business Solutions (EABS), we are...
In the world of business finance, credit cards are indispensable. They facilitate transactions, manage expenses, and offer flexibility. But beyond the plastic, there's a complex system of numbers and codes that ensures every payment is secure and accurately processed....
Being a small business owner myself, I appreciate and completely relate to the daily grind of decision making. I have a moment of overthinking the smallest of options every week as the fog of fear 'is this the right thing to do' interferes with sometimes the most...
It's the most wonderful time of the year… if you're not the parent of teenagers, trying to run a business plus support retailers/hospitality during their busiest transactions month! But secretly, I love it; it makes a profound change from last year and quite honestly,...
It is coming up to the time of year when I require a large glass of wine before starting the unenviable process of reviewing the monthly credit card statements from the Christmas haul. Alongside the constant muttering of ‘how much’ underneath my breath, it shocks me...
Isn’t lovely! After a blissful summer of not having too many worries, isn’t it nice to be back full force in the office and, finally, being able to predictably and comfortably set up face2face meetings (albeit a minor blip with the fuel situation). I have had a superb...
Amidst the summer holidays, with the kids driving me crazy (how we survived lockdowns I’ll never know) and mother nature just not being kind with the weather, my escapism has been working hard behind the scenes on developing my service offerings to suit the flexible...
Just when you thought you could let out a huge sigh of relief, here I am about to start with more talk of COVID-19! However, to buck the trend I am going to speak positively (as much as it hurts me to), because one good thing that has come out of the past year and a...
As an independent, self-employed business owner that is predominately connected to the retail and hospitality industry, I cannot tell you the hangover I received the day after the government announcement Boris made. I am not sure what was more elating, the reopening...
‘Since first setting up with Carl over 5 years ago, he has continually reviewed our merchant services on a regular basis, so much so that, our small business is saving 80% when compared to what we were paying with Worldpay 5 years ago! All without any initial extra costs/cancellation fees and no disruption.’
East Anglian Business Solutions have helped us with our card payments across two businesses, helping to improve our cash flow with quicker settlements as well as much lower rates to save around 40% on what we were paying previously. They have also assisted with business funding to enable investments in the businesses.
Jomon
Indian Mini Mart
‘We recently had a new EPOS system at one of our pubs and changed card machines in both. Nothing was too much trouble for Carl who has saved us quite a bit of money. He still calls in from time to time to make sure we are alright. Thoroughly recommend his services.’
Luk Thai
The Cricketers
Ready to take control of your business payments and find a solution that works for you? Our team at East Anglian Business Solutions is here to help. We'll simplify the complexities and offer a transparent, tailored service that supports your business's success.
Switching can reduce your fees by up to 80%, remove long-term contracts, and give you more flexible, reliable support — all while keeping your business local and compliant.
Yes - we specialise in supporting small and independent businesses across Essex, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, and Norfolk with tailored merchant services that cut costs and improve efficiency
Absolutely. We offer contract-free and short-term merchant accounts so you’re not locked in, ideal for cafes, shops, events, and growing businesses in East Anglia.
Most businesses in our area can be up and running within 48 hours. We’ll handle the setup, installation, and support — whether you're in Saffron Walden, Bury St Edmunds, or anywhere nearby.
We offer a wide selection of Card Terminals, each one designed to suit different business types & we’ll help you choose the right one for you.
We offer a personal 1 to 1 local support backed up by a 24/7 UK tech team.
We have access to a wide range of banks who specialise in e-commerce that offer great rates & fast settlements.
A virtual terminal is a web portal that is behind a secure password that allows businesses to take card details of their customers and to process payments over the phone or with the merchant present.
We offer a range of solutions to help businesses reduce operational costs and increase profits. Our services include finding the best-fit solutions for card payments, business utilities, EPOS systems, and more...
We help businesses find and secure the best card payment solutions by offering an unrivalled choice of payment providers and technology. We aim to find a deal that works for your business needs, not just ours.
