API Capabilities:
- Automated terminal provisioning and decommissioning
- Real-time transaction data monitoring
- Usage alerts and threshold notifications
- Bulk terminal configuration changes
- Complete API documentation
POS + payments connectivity
IoT Connectivity That Never Drops a Transaction.
OV provides secure, resilient connectivity for POS, retail, and payment devices around the world.
Every transaction counts. When payment terminals lose connection, revenue stops. OV’s IoT SIM and eSIM solutions deliver always-on connectivity across multiple networks with IMEI Lock protection and Private APN security, ensuring business continuity and compliance.
The problem
Downtime Means Lost Revenue.
Retail and payment systems demand reliability and compliance. Network failure or latency affects transaction speed and customer trust. Businesses need a global partner that keeps terminals online, securely and consistently.
Payment terminal connectivity failures cost retailers an average of thousands per hour in lost transactions. Beyond immediate revenue loss, network downtime damages customer trust and brand reputation. POS systems require connectivity that is secure, compliant, and resilient to network changes.
The OV solution
Resilient, Secure, and Scalable Connectivity.
OV’s IoT connectivity provides multi-network coverage across 180+ countries, automatically selecting the best available connection. Data is routed securely through our in-house MNO infrastructure with full control and visibility via OV ONE.
• PCI DSS compatible infrastructure for secure payment processing • Private APN and VPN options for isolated payment traffic
• Multi-IMSI global coverage with automatic network failover • IMEI Lock to prevent terminal SIM theft and unauthorised use
• Data traffic filtering • Real-time session monitoring with instant CDRs for cost control
• eSIM and SGP.32 ready • Bulk terminal activation supporting up to 1,000 devices at once
Security
PCI DSS-Compatible Infrastructure with Multi-Layer Protection
Payment terminals are high-value targets for fraud and data theft. OV ONE provides comprehensive security features specifically designed for the payments industry, protecting both transaction data and terminal infrastructure.
Security Features for POS:
- IMEI Lock: Bind SIMs to specific payment terminal hardware, preventing SIM theft and reuse in unauthorised devices
- Private APN: Dedicated network gateway isolating all payment traffic from public internet
- Data Traffic Filtering: Whitelist approved payment processor IP addresses and block all other destinations
- VPN Support: Encrypted tunnels for additional payment data protection meeting PCI DSS requirements
- IoT SAFE: GSMA-standard Root of Trust providing secure element on SIM for payment authentication
- Voice Barring: Remove voice capability to prevent premium-rate fraud on terminal SIMs
- SMS Filtering: Control which endpoints can communicate with terminals via SMS
- Instant Provisioning Control: Remotely activate or deactivate terminal SIMs to prevent fraudulent usage
- Real-Time Alerts: Immediate notifications for suspicious terminal behaviour or unauthorised network access
Compliance Support:
- PCI DSS-compatible network infrastructure
- Secure data routing options for cardholder data
- Audit trail and reporting for compliance documentation
- Private network configurations meeting payment industry standards
Technical benefits
Connectivity Built for Payments and Retail.
Payment terminals require connectivity that is fast, reliable, and secure. OV’s MNO infrastructure delivers low-latency routing and multi-network resilience specifically optimised for transaction processing.
Technical Capabilities:
- Low-latency routing for sub-second transaction authorisation
- Multi-network failover ensuring zero transaction downtime
- Predictable global data costs with per-terminal visibility
- Fixed IP addressing for reliable payment processor connections
- API integration for automated terminal monitoring and management
- Real-time session status monitoring (connection active, data consumed, network registered)
- 31 days of historical data for terminal performance analysis
- Centralised control via OV ONE platform for all terminals globally
Payment Terminal Integrations:
- EMV chip and contactless payment terminal support
- Receipt printer and card reader connectivity
- Integration with major POS systems via API
- Support for mobile POS (mPOS) and tablet-based terminals
- Cloud-based payment gateway connections (AWS)
Proof
Trusted by Payment Solution Providers Worldwide.
Payment solution providers use OV to keep terminals connected across regions and sectors. From retail chains to mobile point-of-sale devices, OV provides consistent, compliant, and transparent connectivity.
Deployment Scenarios:
- Fixed retail POS terminals (supermarkets, department stores, specialty retail)
- Mobile POS devices (food trucks, market stalls, field sales)
- Unattended payment kiosks (parking, vending, ticketing)
- Self-checkout systems with integrated payment processing
- Restaurant and hospitality POS systems
- Multi-location retail chains requiring centralised management
- Payment terminals in remote or rural locations with limited connectivity
Benefits by Terminal Type:
- Fixed Terminals: Backup connectivity preventing downtime during primary network failures
- Mobile Terminals: Multi-network access ensuring connectivity anywhere staff operate
- Unattended Kiosks: Remote monitoring and troubleshooting reducing site visit costs
- Multi-Location Chains: Centralised visibility and control across all sites globally
FAQs
Frequently Answered Questions.
Yes. OV offers Private APNs, VPN options, data traffic filtering, and secure routing designed to meet PCI DSS requirements for payment networks.
Yes. Our eSIMs are eUICC and SGP.32 ready for next-generation payment terminal connectivity with remote provisioning capabilities.
OV’s Multi-IMSI technology automatically switches to the next best available network within seconds, minimising transaction downtime. You can monitor all failover events in real-time via OV ONE.
Yes. You can instantly deactivate any SIM via OV ONE portal or API. Additionally, IMEI Lock prevents stolen SIMs from being used in other devices.
Set data caps per terminal with automatic suspension when thresholds are breached. Real-time CDRs provide per-terminal cost visibility, and you can access 31 days of historical usage data for forecasting.
Get started
Keep Every Transaction Online.
Whether you’re deploying 10 payment terminals or 10,000, OV provides the secure, compliant connectivity infrastructure to keep transactions flowing. From PCI DSS-compatible Private APNs to real-time monitoring, OV ONE gives you complete control.