On July 7, 2025, CHS Payment Solutions announced the approval of Comdata SmartDESQ software version 3.26 and expiration of version 3.25. This new software version provides bug fixes and general improvements. In accordance with the CHS Approved Software Release plan, Comdata SmartDESQ 3.26 is now the only CHS approved software version for Comdata. Comdata SmartDESQ […]
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Reminder: update POS clocks on November 2
Daylight Saving Time will come to an end on Sunday, November 2. Don’t forget to update the time on your point of sale (POS) equipment! It is important to keep the time on your POS clocks accurate to ensure your location meets Payment Application and PCI requirements. These requirements state that the payment application point […]
Get ready for the holiday season – order gift cards now
The holiday season will be here before you know it. Be prepared for the earliest holiday shoppers by ordering seasonal gift cards now. Pump toppers and print ads are also available to help remind customers that Cenex gift cards make great gifts for anyone in their lives. If you have any questions about Cenex gift […]
Verifone Commander Base 56: upgrade program extended
With the release of Commander Base 56 site controller software, Verifone has placed an End of Life on four hardware systems: Topaz 410, Ruby2, RubyCI, and Ruby2 iOrder. Sites using an impacted system are strongly encouraged to work with their Authorized Service Contractor (ASC) now to determine an upgrade strategy and take advantage of Verifone’s […]
Boost business with Cenex® gift cards
Offering Cenex® gift cards allows you to attract new customers and increase brand visibility, as recipients are often first-time shoppers. Additionally, gift cards can boost revenue by encouraging repeat visits and often lead to customers spending more than the card’s value. How to activate gift cards Contact your Authorized Service Contractor (ASC) to configure your […]
Industry insights: migration of EBT cards from magnetic stripe to chip-enabled cards
Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards used for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are starting to transition from traditional magnetic stripe technology to chip-enabled cards. This transition is driven by the need to combat increasing fraud, particularly card skimming, which has led to millions in stolen SNAP benefits. Magnetic stripe cards are vulnerable to duplication, […]
Reminder: Verifone Software Approved for Potential EMV Contactless Fraud
In November 2024, CHS communicated a potential fraud risk involving EMV contactless credit card transactions and the Verifone Commander POS systems. Until this month, we have had no new incidents reported to us since December. We have seen a small increase in fraud at locations that did not upgrade to the patch or the full […]
Important Update for Verifone Commander and Commander EF Merchants
CHS Payment Solutions is currently engaged in contract negotiations with Verifone regarding all Commander and Commander EF software versions released after 53.41.55. These negotiations are essential to align with Verifone’s evolving platform capabilities and service offerings.
Gasboy Fleet Head Office Software End-of-Life
Last month, Gilbarco announced the end-of-life for the Gasboy Fleet Head Office (FHO) software as part of an ongoing effort to evolve their product offerings and align with the latest technological advancements. Technical support, software updates, and security patches will continue to be available through December 31, 2028.
Payment Industry Insights: Visa Fleet 2.0
Visa Fleet 2.0 is an enhanced fleet card program designed to provide more control, better data reporting, and improved security for fleet operators. Some of the key features of Visa Fleet 2.0 include: