Client:
Services Provided:
Merchant Services
The Challenge:
Having been recommended to us, the business wanted to review their card payment solutions to see if any savings could be made. Operating a very busy family butchers shop, they needed something reliable & someone local should the need arise to sort any issues. They were previously with Worldpay for a very long time that offered little to no local support, even less communication unless it was to inform them of a rate increase, which seemed to happen on a regular basis. And as usual, business owners are busy running the day to day & things like card payment reviews take a back seat. Obviously, being a small family business, they were looking to save as much as possible
The East Anglian Business Solution:
We conducted a full independent market search to identify a payment solution that specifically suited their needs. We were able to switch them to a provider with a short contract to ensure they were never "locked in." Our team provided a face-to-face terminal installation in Cambridge
Achieved Goals
Measurable Results
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Annual Savings
Total reduction in merchant service charges over 12 months equating to over £5000!
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Faster Settlement
Improvement in cash flow by moving from 5-day to next-day transfers.
Zero-Downtime Days
Days of uninterrupted trading thanks to integrated mobile-data failover systems.
EABS
The Outcome
Since partnering with EABS, Barker Bros has seen a significant boost in operational efficiency. By simplifying their payment structure, the team at this busy family butchers can now focus on serving the Great Shelford community rather than getting bogged down in back-office administration.
The security of having a local specialist just a phone call away provides a level of peace of mind that anonymous, distant helpdesks simply cannot match. With the "vampire fees" gone and next-day settlements in place, the business is leaner, more resilient, and ready for a busy 2026.
"Working with EABS was a breath of fresh air. They cut through the jargon and found a deal that actually works for a busy family butchers on the high street. Having Carl visit us in person to get everything set up made the transition completely seamless—we only wish we’d done it sooner."
Stuart Barker, Owner of barkerbrosbutchers.co.uk
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