Heartland resource center
Get the latest payments, point of sale and payroll industry tips and trends to help start, run and grow a remarkable business.
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Restaurant profit margins: How to scale vs. grow your restaurant business
You might be growing your restaurant, but are you scaling? Discover the difference between the two, get practical tips for how to scale and find out which restaurant technology can help you do it in record time — all in this blog.
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How to make a cash discount program work for your business
Inflation, rising equipment and supply costs and tightened surcharging rules laid out by credit card companies can feel daunting — but Heartland Point of Sale offers a cash discount program that can bring much needed relief.
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Introducing the next-generation point of sale for today’s restaurant operator
In the market for a new point of sale? You’re in luck — our next generation of restaurant point of sale tech is here. Check out the top six benefits you get with the new-and-improved Heartland Restaurant.
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10 restaurant menu design tips to optimize your offerings
So you’ve perfected your Italian wedding risotto, but your menu needs some work. Before you get overwhelmed with the possibilities, grab a quart container of iced tea and read our quick, easy tips for a strategic, memorable restaurant menu design built to delight diners and boost profits.
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What could be slowing down your cash flow (and how to fix it)
What could be preventing your business from maintaining a healthy cash flow? And more importantly, how can you fix it? Explore five common pitfalls and get potential solutions to help you avoid them.
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The small business owner’s guide to payroll deductions
Managing payroll deductions and withholdings is complex, yet critical to running your business and meeting important legal obligations. In this blog we’ll cover the basics, so you can gain a foundational understanding of what you need to know.
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Compliance 101: Exempt vs. non-exempt employees
Understanding the difference between exempt and non-exempt employees is a must. Get the insights you need, along with practical strategies to help you comply with federal, state and local labor laws.
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B2B payment methods 101
Don't let outdated B2B payment methods slow down your business growth. Discover our insights on modernizing your transactions to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction — just in time to boost your competitive edge.
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Everything you need to know about Doing Business As (DBA)
Whether your business is new or established, filing for a "Doing Business As" (DBA) name is worth looking into. Like most legal tasks, getting a DBA may seem complicated and even intimidating. But doing so is easier — and more valuable — than you think.
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The ultimate guide to restaurant credit card processing
Whether you run a single-location restaurant or a multi-chain eatery, investing in the right restaurant payment processing solutions can impact your bottom line and is key to keeping your business operating smoothly — so take your time choosing the provider that suits your needs best.
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Heartland vs. RUN Powered by ADP®: A comparison of payroll solutions for small businesses
Finding the best payroll software for your business can be overwhelming. That’s why we’ve created this comparison between two leading payroll solutions — Heartland and RUN Powered by ADP®.
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When is the best time to switch payroll providers?
Thinking about outsourcing payroll or switching payroll providers? The end of the year is the best time to shop — because January is the best time to switch. Here’s why.
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What is a hosted payment page?
Online transactions are happening at a frequency like never before. While that can be really great for your small business, one of the most common concerns consumers have centers around data security, and especially payment data security.
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Heartland vs. Square: A comparison of key features
It’s important to understand what leading providers offer and how they stack up. That’s why we’ve created a comparison between Heartland’s and Square’s solutions for payments, POS and payroll.
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How to improve employee retention
More than half of employees are looking for a new job. Often, they’re in search of a better work-life balance, company culture and career growth opportunities. To keep staff from leaving, practice these tips for incentivising them to stay.