Smart Controls, a solution developed by Paystand, a blockchain-enabled B2B payments provider, helps companies navigate tariffs,
In the wake of escalating market fluctuations driven by the Trump administration’s updated tariff policies, midsized companies face unprecedented supply chain shifts—tariffs have become the new black swan. As import costs soar, many businesses will find it increasingly challenging to maintain price stability while protecting their bottom lines. This uncertainty hinders short-term planning and can put long-term operational and investment decisions at risk.
For CFOs, it’s not just a policy issue, it’s a profitability crisis. As consumers and suppliers start to adjust to these new realities, companies must rethink how they manage pricing, pass on costs or not, and ultimately sustain growth. The complexity of tariffs can also significantly increase finance department workload, as well as the risks of costly errors and delayed payment.
Paystand said it stands with companies eager to take advantage of the changes to support the ongoing reindustrialization of the United States, including customers spanning many industrial segments (manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, etc.). Smart Controls help to keep departmental costs down by streamlining processes. The tools empower finance teams to control how they charge, route, and recover fees like tariffs, convenience charges or surcharges, if desired. With Smart Controls, regardless of the macro environment, businesses can now dynamically adjust who pays what, in real time, while protecting their margins.
Benefits include:
- Dynamic fee logic for AR – Automatically apply or waive fees like tariffs and surcharges based on custom rules, customer profiles, or invoice type.
- Margin protection at scale – Pass through rising costs directly to payers when needed, with complete transparency and flexibility.
- Automated cash flow optimization – Streamline the collections process to ensure payment speed and maximize retention, even as costs fluctuate.
“Tariff policies have introduced a layer of supply chain change that challenges the very core of business planning,” said Jeremy Almond, co-founder and CEO of Paystand. “With Smart Controls, companies regain a vital measure of control by automating how fees, including tariffs, are managed. This solution is designed to not only protect margins amid market turbulence but also to empower businesses to maintain the pace of their cash flow without interruption.”
Despite the macroeconomic uncertainty, Paystand said it sees clear signals of strength beneath the noise. According to Almond, the company, which handles more than $10 billion in U.S. payments, or approximately 2% of all annual B2B account-to-account transactions, is witnessing a surge in capital reinvestment, domestic manufacturing, and supply chain modernization within its customer base.
“Many Paystand customers are doubling down on production, tooling up, and embracing ‘Made in America’ strategies,” said Almond. “The takeaway? Volatility won’t kill growth — it’s just changed the rules of engagement. And those with modern financial infrastructure are leading the way.”
“As input costs rise and uncertainty persists, businesses need a reliable partner to help them forecast cash flow and ensure consistent profitability. Paystand’s decentralized network and tariff solution in Smart Controls are uniquely positioned to support companies through this challenging period.”