About Q-Card

What is Q-Card exactly?

Q-Card is a tail spend automation and management solution that allows companies to provide their employees with one-time or multi-use virtual payment cards, issued by Adyen through a uniform and compliant payment platform available globally and supporting widely adopted schemes such as Mastercard® and Visa®. While providing an intuitive and easy-to-use mobile app and web version, Q-Card also provides a sophisticated back-office integration to accounts payable and financial systems to obtain efficiencies in the administration of high volumes of transactions.

Who is Q-Card for?

For large corporations seeking to improve financial control, increase visibility into business expenses, and streamline their tail spend management procedures, Q-Card is the perfect solution. Finance professionals who seek efficiency, compliance, and transparency in managing corporate expenses are catered to by Q-Card's extensive feature set and customization options. Furthermore, Q-Card is a good option for multinational corporations with a range of financial requirements in different geographical areas due to its global capabilities.

How much does it cost?

The features and scope you select for your company will determine how much Q-Card costs. We provide customizable pricing options based on your requirements. For a quote that is tailored to your needs, get in touch with our sales team.

What are virtual cards (Q-Cards)?

Virtual Q-Cards are one-time prepaid credit cards that can be requested by employees who want to place orders online.

Is Q-Card a real creditcard?

The virtual Q-Card is a full-fledged credit card with card number, validity date, CVC code and verification code that can be used worldwide. Q-Card is supported by Adyen, the largest payment service provider in Europe and active worldwide.

What makes Q-Card different from other spend management providers?

Q-Card is designed to function as more than just a platform where you can efficiently manage all your spending with cost-saving functionalities. It is also more for your employees than just a tool for reimbursing their corporate expenses.

Instead, it is all of the above and more, as employee purchases with personal funds and reimbursements are no longer necessary.

A Q-Card request can be seen as equivalent to a traditional purchase request. An approved Q-Card serves as a purchase order through a standard approval model but is integrated with a payment method that the requester uses directly. This is how Q-Card differentiates itself from other spend management providers.

Is Q-Card suitable for customers with multiple business units?

Yes, the Q-Card is designed to cater to the needs of corporations that often have multiple business units.

Our dashboards can provide visibility for either your entire group's spending, or you can choose to give each business unit its own account/dashboard.

Furthermore, the Q-Card helps control cash flow and currencies, streamline the accounts payable process, and simplify approval workflows across multiple business units.

Reach out to us to discover additional ways we can support your group's entities.

How secure are Q-Cards?

Q-Card provides top-notch payment security for businesses.

The virtual Q-Card supports the 3D Secure authentication protocol to verify card-not-present (CNP) transactions.

Our app safely manages personal information, including name, email, and mobile number, which are associated with users to facilitate requests and enable the use of 3D secure authentication and single sign-on.

How can teams make smarter purchasing decisions with Q-Card?

Traditional "after the fact" processing limits procurement and budget holders from proactively referring to preferred suppliers.

The limited influence and control over expenditures that most organizations face result in employees not always making the right purchasing decisions, which is understandable.

Therefore, it is possible to set up an approval process with Q-Card, so that the right stakeholders always first have insight into upcoming expenses and can approve them before using the virtual card. Post-approvals are, of course, also possible; we will work with you to determine how the approval structure should be implemented.

What type of cards are issued by Q-Card?

Thanks to our strategic partnership with Adyen, Q-Card can create virtual cards from Mastercard and Visa.

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Why Q-Card

How safe is Q-Card?

With Q-Card you can set up your own checkpoints and real-time authorizations to manage your online expenses. Q-Card complies with built-in global regulations and compliance standards.

Does Q-Card support 3DS?

The virtual Q-Card supports the 3D Secure authentication protocol for the verification of card-not-present (CNP) transactions.

How does Q-Card deal with personal data?

The Q-Card App securely handles personal data, such as name, e-mail and mobile number, which are linked to the users in order to make requests and to use the 3D secure authentication and single sign-on.

Can I match AP invoices and financial information to my Q-Card?

All data from the purchase transaction can be automatically forwarded to your ERP or accounting system through integration, including coding details, expense category, attachments, etc.

Do I have to transfer money to my account before I can use Q-Card?

Q-Card's virtual cards are comparable to debit cards that are pre-financed by you. The financing of your Q-Cards is done in the Q-Card App from your underlying business bank account(s).

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How it works

How can I pay with the Q-Card in contactless point of sale situations?

Please ensure that you have added the Q-Card to your digital phone wallet. When being asked to pay, open the Q-Card in your phone wallet (Apple or Google wallet) and hold or tap the card on a contactless-enabled card reader. Do not try to pay with the Q-Card from the Q-Card mobile application directly. The payment must be done from the digital wallet.

How can I select the Q-Card in the digital wallet as my payment instrument instead of using my preferred pay solution?

Google wallet: You can tap and pay with other cards that aren't your default card. Open the Google Wallet app. At the top of your card, swipe from the right edge of the screen to left until you find the card that you want to use. Hold the back of your phone against the payment terminal.

Apple wallet: To use a different card, tap your default card to see your other cards. Tap a new card and authenticate. Hold the top of your iPhone near the contactless reader until it is done and a checkmark appears on the display.

Where can I add my payment receipts?

The payment receipts can be added to the application itself. The easiest way is to open the Q-Card app on the mobile device and navigate to the third tab which holds the individual transactions. In there, a picture can be uploaded or taken.

Can I add my Q-Card to my PayPal account?

The Q-Card can be used to pay for certain goods and services through PayPal. However, you cannot use the Q-Card in your PayPal account to transfer funds for private purposes, such as sending money from one PayPal account to another.

Can I use my Q-Card in different countries?

Yes, you can use the Q-Card in other countries. Only a list of limited countries are refused. For a full list of refused country codes, please reach out to our Customer Support.

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Q-Card Features

What does the Q-Card App do?

The Q-Card App supports users to make requests for all B2B online purchases and allows to pay for them with one-time released virtual credit card after the approval limits you have set in advance.

Where can I use the virtual Q-Cards?

Q-Card supports card issuing for virtual VISA cards and Mastercards that are accepted worldwide by all major online payment systems. With Q-Card's extensive worldwide coverage, you can also pay in any currency.

Does Q-Card integrate with accounting and ERP systems?

Yes, Q-Card uses EDI or API integration to easily connect with accounting and ERP systems. Accurate, effective, and real-time cross-platform financial management is made possible by this integration, which facilitates seamless data synchronization and automatic payment reconciliation.

What are the advantages of Q-Card for managing travel expenses?

Q-Card provides several advantages for controlling travel expenses, such as:

  1. Cards that are pre-funded with specific travel expenses
  2. Increased security in contrary to actual cards
  3. Monitoring and reporting expenses in real time
  4. Increased awareness and control over travel expenditures
Can I use my Q-Card in different currencies?

Yes, you can use the Q-Card in different currencies as well. The payment will be issued in Euro and conversion of the currencies is done by Adyen.

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Q-Card for Procurement

How does Q-Card streamline the procurement process?

We believe in keeping it simple, and our main goal is to help your organization manage its tail spend effectively. Therefore, we believe that not all spending should go through a complicated purchase requisition process. Q-Card simplifies the way everyone within your company can make purchases in line with company policies.

  1. Q-Card functions as a sub-administration for long-tail transactions.
  2. Our Q-Card requests are equivalent to purchase requests.
  3. Q-Card serves as a purchase order through a standard approval model but is integrated with a payment method that the request uses directly.

Naturally, our extensive integration capabilities ensure that all data, including coding and attachments, is automatically sent to the underlying ERP or bookkeeping tool.

How can Q-Card help in cost-savings for Procurement?

Pre-Approvals: Q-Card requires purchase approvals before virtual cards for a specific purpose are issued, making sure all expenses align with budgetary goals and preventing unauthorized spending. Reduces Maverick

Spend: By guiding employees to approved suppliers and discouraging out-of-policy purchases, Q-Card significantly reduces unplanned, costly buys. 

Refer to preferred suppliers and existing catalogues: Employees can easily be referred to preferred suppliers and catalogues during the Q-Cards pre-approval process, making sure your employees always choose cost-effective options. 

How user-friendly is the Q-Card interface?

The design of our interface has recently been updated and is straightforward, showing only the necessary features for a streamlined workflow, clearly labelled with an organized menu so your employees can easily navigate through the app without extensive training. Our mobile app provides access for both requesters and approvers on the go and is equipped with real-time notifications, allowing any purchase to be approved and made within seconds.

Does Q-Card help with vendor management or reduction?

Yes! Many vendors within your tail are not important and are very time-consuming and costly to create and maintain. However, it is often company policy to do so. Q-Card is your sole vendor for all these transactions and functions as a sub-administration, ensuring you no longer have to manage these unimportant vendors, yet still have access to all the data within our easy-to-use dashboards or your underlying systems via integration. Saving your company on average about 100 EUR per vendor!

How can Q-Card improve invoice processing?

Any transaction completed via Q-Card or invoice approved for wire transfer via our Q-Card app is not subject to any manual invoice handling or processing. We make sure your vendor is being paid and All data from the purchase transaction can be automatically transferred to your ERP or accounting package through integration, including coding details, expense category, attachments, etc.

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Q-Card for Finance

What types of expenses can I track with Q-Card?

All expenses processed via the Q-Card app and all declined expenses or virtual card requests are included. The Q-Card app is typically used for a wide range of business expenses, which are tracked. These include travel and entertainment costs, office supplies, one-time vendor purchases, and other indirect expenses. It can also be used for expenses at vendors with, for example, only 10 purchases a year. The availability of a Q-Card for your employees depends on your organizational policy. It is designed to provide visibility into long-tail spending, which is often difficult to manage.

Does Q-Card integrate with ERP / Accounting systems?

Yes, all transactional data can be automated by integrating with your back-end financial or ERP system, including general ledger codes, cost centers, project codes, documents, etc. We are also familiar with integrating multiple back-end systems simultaneously, in case your organization has different entities and therefore systems. We always aim for smooth data transfer, accurate expense reporting, and simplified reconciliation within your existing financial setup.

How does Q-Card ensure compliance with company expense policies?

Q-Card offers customizable policy controls, including multi-approval workflows, spending limits, and more, which enable you to enforce specific compliance rules. These features ensure that all purchases are subject to company guidelines, minimizing the risk of unauthorized spending. Contact our sales team if our options align with your company policy.

How much does it cost to pay invoices via Q-Card?

Q-Card offers competitive pricing, and we are always available to develop a positive business case for both parties involved. Check out our Full and Quick scan page for our options. Specific costs depend on your organization’s requirements and volume, so please contact us for a tailored estimate based on your needs.

How does Q-Card handle VAT / VAT recovery?

The user can already provide the available tax rate(s) after the receipt or invoice is uploaded. We ensure they are reminded if they forget. Q-Card assists with VAT recovery by automatically sending the aforementioned coding and documents you need and reconciling those with your ERP or accounting system.

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Q-Card for HR

Is it possible to share a Q-Card with colleagues?

No, each employee can have their own account and request their own virtual cards for different purposes. Since all cards and requests are made from individual employee Q-Card accounts, a complete audit trail is available, reducing the risk of fraud exposure.

Is Q-Card a credit or debit card?

Our standard product offers fully functional Mastercard and Visa, but they operate on a debit card principle, meaning all expenses are paid through a funding account.

Have problems with your cash flow? Get in touch, and one of our experts will explore ways in which we can help.

Can you use the Q-Card everywhere you go?

Q-Cards can be issued as Mastercards or Visa cards, which are accepted almost anywhere in the world, as they are part of the world's most extensive global card networks, both online and offline.

Are your employees struggling with specific use cases? Get in touch with one of our team members, and we will do our best to find a suitable solution.

Does the Q-Card support contactless payments?

Yes, it does. The user has the possibility to pay contactless via the Google Pay or Apple Pay integration at a POS terminal.

Can the Q-Card be used at ATM's?

It is not possible to use the Q-Card to withdraw money from ATMs.

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Payment Options

How can I pay with the Q-Card in contactless point-of-sale situations?

Each Q-Card can be connected to your digital phone wallet. When being asked to pay, open the Q-Card in your phone wallet (Apple or Google wallet) and hold or tap the card on a contactless-enabled card reader. The cardholder's payment information is securely stored in the NFC chip and transmitted to the merchant's terminal for authorization. That way, no physical card is required anymore.

How does Banking as a Service via the Q-Card Module work?

Instead of using a credit card, the Q-Card application can also initiate a bank transfer. To do so, the requester must initiate the transfer and include an attached invoice document, as well as the beneficiary details, payment date, invoice reference, and a valid IBAN. This request follows the same approval process as a standard expense request and must be approved by the relevant management team. Once approved, the invoice is exported to the ERP which in return will mark the invoice as paid by updating the payment date and attaching VAT and payment confirmation documents.

Is the Banking as a Service Module in Q-Card free for use?

A small processing fee will be charged for each invoice paid by Q-Card and processed through our app. The rates for this and other services we offer are always customized and are transparently presented by our team at the time of making a proposal.

Where can I add my payment receipts?

The payment receipts can be added to the application itself. The easiest way is to open the Q-Card app on the mobile device and navigate to the third tab which holds the individual transactions. In there, a picture can be uploaded or taken. Payment receipts can however also easily be uploaded via the laptop by clicking on the paper clip symbol.

Where can I add new users to the Q-Card platform?

As a member of the System Administration team, the user can add and manage users and teams for the linked branch account. Within the "Users App," new users can be added by entering their email address, first and last name, and role. The next step is to assign the newly added user to a team. In the "Teams" tab, the system admin can either create a new team or assign users to existing teams. These tasks can also be performed via API, allowing new users to be automatically integrated when added to the internal ERP system.

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Integrations

Which integration possibilities does Q-Card provide?

Q-Card provides integration possibilities with ERP systems, CRM platforms, procurement systems, accounting systems, and more through API integrations and EDI connections. These integrations enable seamless and real-time data transfer, automating financial processes and ensuring secure connectivity across platforms.

How long does it take to integrate Q-Card with my ERP system?

The integration time for Q-Card with your ERP system depends on the complexity of your existing setup and the customization required. Typically, integration can be completed in a few weeks. Our API and EDI connections are designed to streamline the process, and we provide comprehensive support and documentation to ensure a smooth and efficient integration.

How does Q-Card work with my Accounting system?

Q-Card integrates with your accounting system by automatically exporting transaction data in real time. This includes payment details, general ledger codes, cost centers, and project codes. Through API integrations or EDI connections, Q-Card ensures that all financial transactions are securely and seamlessly synced with your accounting software, streamlining data entry, reconciliation, and reporting processes.

What makes Q-Card's integration possibilities different?

Q-Card's integration possibilities stand out because of their flexibility, security, and real-time synchronization. Unlike standard solutions, Q-Card offers both API integrations and EDI connections, allowing you to connect seamlessly with ERP, CRM, procurement, and accounting systems. Our solution is highly customizable, enabling tailored workflows, and ensures that transaction data is automatically and securely exported to your systems. With Q-Card, you gain a scalable, efficient, and automated financial integration that reduces manual processes and errors.

What can I do if Q-Card's integration possibilities do not match my business?

If Q-Card's integration possibilities don't fully match your business needs, we offer custom integration options through our flexible API and EDI solutions. Our team can work with you to develop tailored workflows and make adjustments to ensure seamless connectivity with your specific systems. Additionally, we provide ongoing support and consultation to help you optimize your integration strategy, ensuring that Q-Card can be adapted to fit your unique business requirements.

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Professional Services

How long does a Quick Scan or Full Scan take?

Since the Q-Quick Scan is a simplified version of the Full Scan, it requires less data and involves a less extensive analysis and fewer deliverables. On average, the entire process, from receiving the necessary data for the business case to a high-level discussion on location, takes up to one week.

The Full Scan typically takes about three weeks, with one week dedicated to gathering all the data and two weeks for analysis and deliverable creation.

How does the Q-Card onboarding process look?

If you decide to work with us, we always strive to guide you through the onboarding phase as smoothly as possible.

A dedicated project manager will be assigned to you to set up meetings and consider matters such as the applicable approval flow that should be implemented, how to streamline other workflows, how we will onboard your employees, and much more.

We are there every step of the way to assist you and cater to your organizational needs.

How can Q-Card optimize user adoption?

Long tail spend has many use cases. A successful rollout must find the right balance:

  • Between speed and completeness
  • Sufficient relevance for the budget holder to make a difference (in the approver role)
  • Sufficient relevance for the employee to actually use Q-Card (in the requester role)
  • Sufficient relevance for AP administration / SSC (preferably fully replacing all kinds of different processes rather than partially)

We can help with this. Get in touch and ask about our full scan and change management.

What is Transformation Management?
What impact does transformation have on your company? How do you deal with resistance or low adoption rates? The transformation process of an IT solution will make or break the success of the implementation. Our consultants have the best tools to help you with your transformation process using previous experiences in making your digital transformation a success with the help of effective methods, procedures, and training programs.
I am a Q-Card user and have an issue. How can I reach customer support?

Use your app to contact a real agent by navigating to "support," scrolling to the bottom of the page, and clicking on "open WhatsApp" or sending an email to our Customer Support team. 

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