PaySec + Epicor: Zero Processing Fees for Manufacturing and Distribution ERP
How manufacturers and distributors using Epicor Kinetic are eliminating credit card processing fees with PaySec's Network Offset Pricing integration.
Epicor Kinetic (formerly Epicor ERP) is built for the realities of manufacturing, distribution, retail, and building supply — industries where margins are earned through operational efficiency, not markups. When your business operates on 5-15% net margins, a 2.5% processing fee on every AR payment is a meaningful cost that goes straight to the bottom line.
PaySec's Epicor integration eliminates that cost through Network Offset Pricing.
Why Processing Fees Hit Manufacturers Harder
Manufacturing and distribution operate differently from services:
- High-value invoices — $10,000-$500,000+ per payment means large absolute fee amounts
- Thin margins — 5-15% net margins leave no room for 2-3% payment costs
- Customer relationships — long-term buyers paying by card out of convenience shouldn't cost you thousands
- Volume concentration — a few large customers can generate the majority of your processing fees
| Invoice Amount | Processing Fee (2.5%) | Annual (monthly payment) |
|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | $625 | $7,500 |
| $50,000 | $1,250 | $15,000 |
| $100,000 | $2,500 | $30,000 |
| $250,000 | $6,250 | $75,000 |
A single customer paying a $100,000 invoice by credit card costs you $2,500. With PaySec: $0.
How PaySec Integrates with Epicor Kinetic
AR Payment Processing
PaySec connects to Epicor's Cash Receipts and AR modules:
- Invoice payment portal: Customers access a branded payment page showing dual pricing
- Cash receipt creation: Payments automatically create cash receipts in Epicor
- Invoice application: Payments apply to specific open invoices or oldest-first
- Bank reconciliation: Settlement deposits match in Epicor bank rec
Customer Portal Integration
If you use Epicor's customer portal (or a third-party portal):
- Payment links show both ACH and card pricing
- Customers can pay single invoices or multiple invoices in one transaction
- Payment history available in portal
- Automated receipt/confirmation emails sent on payment
B2B Payment Workflows
Manufacturing and distribution B2B payment flows supported:
- Payment on terms: Invoice payment with NOP at due date
- Prepayment/deposits: Collect deposits on orders with zero fees
- Progress billing: Multiple payments against a single order
- Credit memos: Proper handling of returns and adjustments
Industry Scenarios
Job Shop Manufacturer
A precision machining shop with 40 active customers:
| Metric | Current | With PaySec |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly AR collections | $180,000 | $180,000 |
| % paid by card | 60% | 60% |
| Monthly processing fees | $2,700 | $0 |
| Annual savings | — | $32,400 |
Industrial Distributor
A regional distributor with 200+ accounts:
| Metric | Current | With PaySec |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly AR collections | $450,000 | $450,000 |
| % paid by card | 45% | 45% |
| Monthly processing fees | $5,063 | $0 |
| Annual savings | — | $60,750 |
Building Materials Supplier
Lumber yard/building supply with contractor accounts:
| Metric | Current | With PaySec |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly AR collections | $320,000 | $320,000 |
| % paid by card | 55% | 55% |
| Monthly processing fees | $4,400 | $0 |
| Annual savings | — | $52,800 |
B2B Customer Communication
For B2B relationships, the dual pricing conversation is typically straightforward:
"We now offer two payment options: pay by ACH/check at the invoice amount, or pay by card at a slightly adjusted amount that covers network processing costs. Most of our customers choose ACH for the lower price."
In practice, many B2B customers already prefer ACH for large payments — NOP simply makes the cost of card payment visible and gives them a choice.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Epicor Version | Kinetic 2021.1+ (cloud or on-premise) |
| Integration | REST API + BAQ/Function support |
| Deployment | Cloud (Epicor Cloud ERP) or on-premise |
| PCI Scope | SAQ-A (PaySec hosted payment page) |
| Multi-Site | Supported — per-site configuration |
| Custom Fields | UD fields for PaySec transaction data |
| BPMs | Compatible with custom business process management |
Implementation
PaySec works with Epicor partners and internal IT teams:
| Phase | Duration |
|---|---|
| Requirements & scoping | 1 week |
| Configuration | 1-2 weeks |
| Testing | 1-2 weeks |
| Pilot (select customers) | 2 weeks |
| Full rollout | 1 week |
| Total | 6-8 weeks |
Getting Started
- Contact PaySec for a manufacturing/distribution-specific consultation
- Provide current AR volume and payment method breakdown
- Receive projected savings analysis
- Deploy PaySec payment module alongside Epicor Kinetic
- Start collecting payments at zero cost
PaySec + Epicor Kinetic: engineered for manufacturers and distributors who measure efficiency in basis points and refuse to lose margin to payment processing.