Over the last ten years or so, the virtual card has demonstrated that its benefits in terms of controlling and simplifying payments or the integration of expenses into company management tools. After being proven in business travelToday, this solution goes beyond this framework by gradually extending its footprint to general purchases. Whether it's IT equipment, office supplies, software licences or magazine subscriptions, all of these areas are now covered by this solution. recurring purchasesThe solution can be used for a wide range of transactions, often involving small amounts.
In this context, AirPlus has just announced the launch ofAirPlus Virtual Cards Procurementa virtual card based on the worldwide acceptance of the Mastercard network. " Our customers regularly asked us to extend our payment service to other categories of purchases "said Yaël Klein, Chief Marketing Officer at AirPlus.
In practice, at the time of payment, the system generates a virtual credit card for each transaction, which is then recorded on a single centralised billing statement. As with online hotel reservations or low-cost air tickets, billing data can also be enhanced with additional information such as the cost item, order number or invoice number. All in total security, since companies can restrict the use of these virtual cards to a very specific purpose, with a defined ceiling or a specific period of use. Another advantage is that a deferred paymentAirPlus only invoices expenses at the end of the agreed billing period.
Following a pilot phase with selected customers, AirPlus Virtual Cards Procurement is now available in 13 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, the UK, the USA and Australia.
