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POS Operations

Run disciplined POS workflows with verified CVM, receipts, device hygiene, reconciliation, and strong dispute evidence. If you are here for POS Operations, you are likely searching for practical guidance you can trust, delivered in a clear, human way that respects your time and helps you make forward progress today; this guide was created to meet that exact need by combining first‑hand experience with proven methods so you can move from uncertainty to confident action without feeling overwhelmed. Inside, you will find structured steps, realistic examples, and decision frameworks tailored to real‑world constraints, plus shortcuts and checklists that reduce friction while preserving quality, so whether you are getting started or leveling up, you have everything required to succeed in POS Operations.

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Run POS operations with disciplined verification, receipt workflows, device hygiene, and strong reconciliation. Prevent fraud and resolve disputes using complete evidence and trained operator procedures.

Terminal Setup

  • Register devices with acquirer; keep firmware updated and secure.
  • Enable chip-and-PIN and disable manual PAN entry where possible.
  • Configure printed/digital receipts with RRN/STAN and operator ID.

Cardholder Verification

  • Use verified CVM (PIN/sign/MFA) per scheme rules.
  • Match name/signature when applicable; avoid shortcuts.
  • Refuse suspicious transactions and escalate to supervisor.

Receipt Workflow

  • Print or deliver digital receipts with RRN/STAN.
  • Record operator ID and device terminal serial on incidents.
  • Keep copies for chargeback defense and settlement reconciliation.

Outage Handling

  • Confirm network status before retrying; avoid duplicate charges.
  • Use official acquirer guidance during offline modes.
  • Document attempts with timestamps and outcome notes.

Settlement & Reconciliation

  • Use acquirer settlement reports to match daily totals.
  • Map authorizations to settlement batches using RRN/STAN.
  • Investigate mismatches promptly and log incidents.

Fraud Markers

  • Manual PAN entry requests, rushed transactions, or unusual narration.
  • Claimed failures seeking instant cash refunds.
  • Repeated small tests followed by larger attempts.

Chargeback Defense

  • Respond on time with receipts, logs, and CVM evidence.
  • Provide terminal serial, operator ID, and transaction history.
  • Tune controls based on outcomes and patterns.

Operator Training

  • Train staff on fraud markers and receipt workflows.
  • Run drills for outage scenarios and dispute conversations.
  • Maintain incident logs and review regularly.

Customer Safety

  • Shield PIN entry and avoid sharing codes.
  • Request receipts and verify amounts before approval.
  • Monitor bank alerts and dispute unexpected debits promptly.

Nigeria‑Specific Tips

  • Record RRN/STAN and terminal serial in incident reports.
  • Use official bank fraud lines; avoid informal refunds.
  • Verify POS providers/acquirers and avoid unregistered terminals.

Checklist

  • Chip/PIN and verified CVM; disable manual entry.
  • Strict receipts with RRN/STAN and operator ID.
  • Reconcile daily and respond to disputes with evidence.