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MICR Basics: How MICR Check Printers Work
By Kevin Forrester |
November 16, 2017
Even with all the sophisticated payment methods available today, paper checks are still a popular method for making payments, especially in business-to-business (B2B) transactions. If you are printing checks, it is still a Federal Reserve (ANSI) standard that the MICR line on checks is printed in MICR toner and is present at the bottom.
Pre-Printed Checks vs. Blank Check Stock – Why Should I Use Blank Check Stock for Check Printing?
By Kevin Forrester |
November 01, 2017
A MICR printing solution that uses secure blank check stock can save your company both time and money. Using blank check stock can save you up to 82% on the cost of paper and internal processes.
Watch: MICR Check Printers Prepped for Shipping
By Kevin Forrester |
September 20, 2017
Watch as our Integration team preps Source Technologies’ secure MICR check printers for shipment. Our MICR check printers eliminate the need to purchase, maintain, store and distribute pre-printed check stock because we print the static and variable data on blank check stock in a single printer pass. We add 15 distinct security features to our printers to help our customers reduce their exposure to check fraud, and we offer a MICR Guarantee to back our solution.
Watch: In-House MICR Check Printer Solution Saves Money & Time for Banks
By Tim Baker |
August 16, 2017
Walk through a day in the life of a teller issuing cashier’s checks using pre-printed check stock, rewind and then walk through the teller’s day using Source Technologies’ in-house secure printing solution.
Customized Starter Checks Increase Bank Revenue
By Keith Hamilton |
July 19, 2017
When a customer opens a new bank account, they are given a pack of pre-printed temporary starter checks to use while their personalized checks are ordered and shipped.
The Branch Business Case for a Secure MICR Solution
By Kevin Forrester |
June 14, 2017
When we speak to financial institutions about issuing official checks in the branch, we often find that their current process is a manual one, involving pre-printed checks and a laser printer, dot matrix printer, or even a typewriter, believe it or not!. Sometimes the financial institution struggles to see the ROI in changing their process to an automated, secure MICR solution, since it involves an investment of capital to purchase the MICR hardware and software. However, a secure MICR solution actually saves money, and most of our customers see a solid ROI in less than two years.
The Future of Check Payments: Secure Check Printing Solutions
By Kevin Forrester |
May 03, 2017
According to the Federal Reserve’s 2013 Payment Study, overall check payments have declined over the past 10 years. While check payment decline isn’t breaking news or surprising for most people, it’s compelling to look at check payment usage among the growing number of payment options available today. So, the question remains, what does the futurehold for the humble paper check?
Best Check Printing Software Solutions
By Kevin Forrester |
January 11, 2017
Many businesses and bank branches incorporate automation to help their businesses run more efficiently and to provide their customers with optimal service. For businesses that require the ability to print checks safely and efficiently for their day-to-day operations, secure MICR check printing software is a key consideration.
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition Line
By Tim Baker |
November 30, 2016
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) refers to the formulation of toner used to print the special font at the bottom of checks. At Source Technologies, we have built our...
3 Things to Consider When Choosing a MICR Toner
By Tim Baker |
June 08, 2016
MICR toner quality depends on several factors working together to create secure printing solutions, so how do you decide which toner and toner cartridges are ideal for your solution? When choosing a quality MICR toner for your MICR printer consider 3 things:
The Quality of MICR Toner Cartridges
By Tim Baker |
October 21, 2015
What’s in a check? A lot more than you might think. The quality of any Magnetic Ink Character Recognition (MICR) document depends on several components. It’s critical to have a secure MICR printer and blank check stock working together to eliminate the expense and risk associated with pre-printed checks, but without a quality MICR toner cartridge in place, even the best hardware in the world won’t ensure your check meets Federal Reserve's MICR standards.
Eliminate Check Reject Fees and Reduce the Risk of Check Fraud
By Kevin Forrester |
July 13, 2015
Who Still Issues Check Payments? Companies. The most common primary payment method between companies is by check. According to the 2016 AFP Electronic Payments Survey, 94% of organizations report that...
Differences Between Non-Secure Laser Printers & MICR Check Printers
By Kevin Forrester |
May 20, 2015
Not All Check Printers Offer the Same Benefits Laser check printers are used in many brank branches today for check printing. However, there are several factors these printers do not...
The ROI of a Secure MICR Printer Solution versus Using Pre-Printed Checks
By Kevin Forrester |
May 06, 2015
How much money will a MICR printer solution save my branch? The Typical Financial Institution & MICR Printer Savings Let’s take a hypothetical look at what the savings...
What Do You Get for the Secure MICR Check Printer Price?
By Kevin Forrester |
April 22, 2015
Two Words: Cost Savings This may seem counterintuitive. After all, a secure MICR check printer costs more than a regular, non-secure MICR printer. That’s because there are...
How Secure MICR Check Printers Protect Valuable Information & Prevent Fraud
By Kevin Forrester |
October 29, 2014
Data and Access Protection Afforded by Secure MICR Check Printers For check-printing applications such as counter checks or official items, the majority of banks in the U.S. still...
CUNA, Inc. Credit Union Operations Article: In Check Printing, Blank Is Better
By Kevin Forrester |
October 10, 2014
According to the Association of Financial Professionals, a 2012 study discovered credit unions face approximately $17,000 in loss every time a fraudulent act is successful. Pre-printed check stock is “live”...
Blank Check Paper Investments for Bank Branch Cost Savings
By Kevin Forrester |
October 01, 2014
Bank branches typically utilize numerous kinds of checks for a variety of application-specific needs. From official checks for guaranteed fund transfers to trust department needs, blank check paper, secure MICR...
MICR Check Printer Errors & Support: 5 Common Issues & How to Fix Them
By Boyce White |
September 17, 2014
1. Paper jams and multiple sheets being fed at a time because the check stock hasn’t been properly separated The best way to separate blank check stock and reduce...
BAI Banking Strategies Article: Combating Check Fraud at the Printer Level
By Tim Baker |
August 28, 2014
According to the Association of Financial Professionals, paper checks are still the most vulnerable payment type when it comes to fraud attacks. However, there ways to reduce this risk. Secure...
MICR Ink vs. MICR Toner: What Is MICR Ink?
By Tim Baker |
August 21, 2014
The term “MICR” is an acronym. It stands for Magnetic Ink Character Recognition and refers to the special numbers at the bottom of checks that include the account number, a bank’s routing number, check number, etc. Both MICR ink and MICR toner is used to print the special numbers, also known as the MICR line, on checks.
What is MICR, Why Is It Important and How Does It Reduce My Risk of Fraud?
By Tim Baker |
December 06, 2013
Magnetic Ink Character Recognition, also known as MICR, is required by the Federal Reserve to be on all checks. It is the type of toner used to print the font at the bottom of checks and other documents.