Smart transaction routing: turning auth-rate data into routing rules (without a black box)
The article discusses the concept of smart transaction routing, emphasizing the importance of a rules engine that utilizes segmented approval-rate data. It outlines the necessary inputs for effective routing and the structural changes required to improve transaction processing. The author advocates for transparency in routing decisions, contrasting it with the opaque nature of many existing solutions.
- ▪A smart router is a rules engine that uses fresh, segmented approval-rate data to determine transaction routing.
- ▪Key inputs for routing decisions include issuer BIN, country, currency, and acquirer health.
- ▪The article highlights the need for a structural approach to routing that can adapt to changes in acquirer performance.
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