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Letter from the editors

he year ending as we prepare our final
issue of 2017 has been highly challenging,
as well as rewarding. Given developments
T both man made and otherwise, the past 12
months have been a reminder of how essential it is to
question assumptions and be flexible enough to meet
unexpected events, both positive and negative. At
this time of year, we typically assess what has gone
well and what needs improvement in our businesses, OF A RESOURCE
assess how the economy and payments, in particular,
are likely to unfold in the coming year, and then plan
accordingly. GUIDE RGXL AD

Devising and executing a plan requires many things,
among them vision, knowledge, motivation and data. Viewable: In Print, Online,
Throughout each year we strive to provide informa-
tion that contributes to you, our readers', industry and Front Page Option
knowledge and helps inspire you to create and follow
clear avenues toward success. The lead article in this
issue offers solid data on key developments and trends
in payments in 2017. From acquirers' earnings to M&A
activity to data security and ecommerce innovations,
the article provides a snapshot of the year and is de-
signed to aid in your planning for the year to come.

Contributing writers have also provided thought-pro-
voking articles on the 2017 Jack Henry Annual Con-
ference, the race toward a zero-click economy, how to
stay a step ahead of fraudsters in 2018, opportunities,
and issues that arise when an angel investor calls and
asks you to help identify and create a revolutionary
product or service and then bring it to market.
• Ability to purchase on a quarterly basis.
News stories recently posted under Breaking Industry Great for short term contract/test runs
News and excerpted herein cover such developments of new products or services.
as removing friction from digital cash, EMV gains
during the holidays, a continuing investigation of the • Great way to close out your yearly
TIO network breach, ecommerce merchants' moves advertising accounts and start fresh
into brick-and-mortar stores, and more. And no issue for the new year.
of The Green Sheet would be complete without prod-
uct and company profiles, along with briefs on new • We have quarterly payments
industry research and developments, as well as your schedules available.
business milestones, including honors, card brand re-
quirement changes, partnerships, acquisitions and ex- • Discounts are given for long term
ecutive appointments. contracts & multiple listings.

As we bid farewell to 2017, we look forward to continu-
ing to foster your success in the payments business. Call today for more details
Why not stop in at the MLS Forum and contribute your
ideas to the lively discussions there? Members find in- Danielle Thorpe
formation and advice there aplenty. Also, keep those
press releases coming to press@greensheet.com, send AVP Media Partnerships
feedback to greensheet@greensheet.com, and take good
care of yourself as you ring in a fresh, new year. . 707-284-1686

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