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Omni FastFlex® · EMV L3 certification services

Certification without the stalls.

Omni FastFlex® is the productized EMV certification engine built for the next era of payments. Predictable. Scalable. Guaranteed.

~20 weeks to LOATooling & licensing includedU.S.-based SMEs
EMV test cards used in FastFlex certification
Why FastFlex?

From project-by-project to a repeatable outcome

Predictable delivery

FastFlex packages EMV Level 3 delivery into a predictable service with clear scope and fixed timelines. You get one owner, one plan and no dead time.

U.S.-based execution

Stop chasing decline codes across time zones. Our U.S.-based SMEs handle the analyst engagement, log triage and debug cycles in real time.

Total program control

From intake form to final LOA, we manage the terminal builds, tool configurations and acquirer relationships so you can focus on revenue.

The FastFlex engine

A structured path from start to sign-off

01Phase 1

Intake & setup

We validate processor rules, lock the tool chain and handle the 8–10 page technical intake forms that typically add 2–6 weeks before testing even starts.

02Phase 2

Execution & debug

A transparent execution model. We run the test cadence, triage logs and send weekly executive traffic-light reports, so you always know where you stand.

03Phase 3

Sign-off & audit

We drive the analyst to completion, secure the LOAs and deliver an audit-ready artifact pack for your merchants and compliance teams.

Compare the path to launch

FastFlex vs. building it yourself or hiring by the hour

Omni FastFlex®Fastest
~20 weeks
3rd-party consultants8–9 months
~36 weeks
In-house teamSlowest · 1 year+
52+ weeks
013 wks26 wks39 wks52 wks

Time to market

Task / milestoneOmni FastFlexIn-house team3rd-party consultants
Acquirer intake & setup2–4 weeks4–8 weeks5–9 weeks
Terminal configuration1–2 weeks3–5 weeks3–5 weeks
Sandbox validation5–6 weeks7–8 weeks7–9 weeks
EMV debug & triageIncluded (real-time)4–6 weeks Learning curve4–6 weeks Hourly billing
Analyst brand cert1-shot pass2–3 attempts2–3 attempts
SLAGuaranteed*HopesPrayers

*The FastFlex 20-week SLA starts at certification start: acquirer intake complete, scope confirmed and hardware in lab. Terms and conditions apply.

Cost & risk

Cost itemOmni FastFlexIn-house team3rd-party consultants
Test tool licensing UL / ICC / FIME / B2Baked into fixed rate No upfront CapEx$10k–$15k upfront$10k–$15k upfront
Acquirer program feesTypically waived Partner relationship$8k–$25k$8k–$25k
Test cycle re-runs Defect analysis & re-testingInclusive test cycles Expert triage & guardrails$5k–$15k+$15k–$25k+
Tool training & ramp-upIncluded ($0)$3k–$8k$3k–$8k
Financial modelFixed-price productUnpredictable CapExOpen-ended hourly
Budget varianceNoneTBDBy the hour
The FastFlex standard

Everything for a clean certification, in one transparent scope

Comprehensive service scope

  • Accelerated intake: expedited processor intake and project assignment to cut launch delays.
  • Vendor management: end-to-end coordination with terminal vendors and processor teams.
  • Integrated tooling & licensing: full provision of ICC, FIME and UL toolsets with direct partner access for expedited resolution.
  • Compliance control: full PCI and EMVCo documentation management.
  • Terminal readiness: configuration, KIF coordination and package installation.
  • Full-cycle testing: end-to-end execution across Host, MSR, TOR, EMV sandbox and brand phases.
  • Resolution focus: real-time engineering debug and rapid test re-runs.

The delivery promise

  • Dedicated leadership: your own program manager and client success manager.
  • Proven expertise: backed by Omni’s 10+ years in enterprise EMV programs.
  • Total visibility: transparent weekly program reviews and reporting.
  • Lifecycle control: full SDLC management to keep timelines predictable.
  • Guaranteed outcome: complete ownership from kickoff to final LOA receipt.
Who we built this for

Designed for the modern fintech ecosystem

ISVs & platforms

Who care about time-to-revenue and clean intake without burning engineering cycles.

Terminal manufacturers

Who need program coordination across multiple models, kernels and key injection facilities.

Enterprise merchants

Who require risk control, auditable artifacts and go-live dates that actually hold.

Ready to stop stalling?

Five steps from first call to live revenue

Get a clear scope, a clean boundary and a partner who owns the outcome.

1

Expert assessment

Book a no-obligation 30-minute technical review.

2

Interactive proposal

Receive a custom plan for a high-confidence program.

3

Rapid intake

We handle acquirer onboarding and tool setup.

4

Execution

We execute the tests, deal with failures and ensure 100% success.

5

LOA & go-live

Your solution is live and booking revenue.

Let’s talk

Your next win starts with a 30-minute call.

Book a free discovery with our engineers. You’ll leave with a scope, a price and a date, whether you need a certified app, a certification or both.

Book a free 30-minute discovery → or call 1-800-450-0509

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