Jim Rapoza – eWeek
The second half of day one at DEMOfall 2009 saw a weird mix of security products (for both business and consumers), products designed around either getting paid or paying someone, and a couple of products that didn’t seem to fit any other category at DEMOfall.
The second batch of products were focused on payment systems and the one that was of the most interest to me was one that another tech writer called the most boring product at DEMOfall. Cortera is another service that seems to fill a void for business today, especially small businesses. Cortera provides credit information on businesses large and small but then combines it with ratings from a community of small business owners who provide feedback both good and bad on these businesses. So, for example, if a company has a habit of not paying suppliers or paying very late, a new catering business looking to provide services to the negligent company can then either choose to not do business with the deadbeat company or make sure they negotiate upfront payments.
"We've relied on Cortera for over a decade and they never stop innovating. In my mind they represent the industry's new thought leader."
"eCredit by Cortera created efficiencies for Xerox by centralizing credit information, shortening approval cycles and standardizing polices & reporting. The investment in Cortera's eCredit software has significantly improved customer relations & productivity. It's a great fit for our business."
