Front2Bax

    Front2Bax is elseWare’s Bacs approved submission software. Front2Bax is a secure, reliable solution designed to give organisations total confidence in their payment processing.
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What is Front2Bax?

Front2Bax enables users to transmit files of payments and Direct Debits directly to Bacs.

It is installed on your PC and enables the processing of Bacs transactions through the BACSTEL-IP service using a standard internet connection.

Front2Bax supports:

Credit

Direct Debit Instructions

(DDI or AUDDIS)

Direct Debits

Easy to use

Front2Bax has been designed to be as simple to use as possible. It is possible to make a submission in as little as 7 mouse clicks, not counting the keystrokes required to enter your Personal Identification Number.


Works with virtually any accounting system

Front2Bax integrates seamlessly with any accounting system that can generate an ASCII file. It also accepts files created in Excel, or even simple text files from Notepad — giving you total flexibility over how you prepare your payment data.
Need to make a one-off or urgent payment? Authorised users can quickly enter ad hoc payments directly within the software.
Not sure whether your accounting package can produce Bacs output? Our elseWare support team will be happy to advise.

Quick and simple onboarding

Get up and running in as little as 20 minutes — often the very same day, subject to availability. Our streamlined setup process is designed to minimise disruption and get you processing payments fast.
Compared to competitors who may require lengthy setup procedures or complex onboarding steps, Front2Bax is built for simplicity. It’s easy to configure, straightforward to use, and suitable for organisations across all industries.

Highly secure by design

Security is built in as standard. Front2Bax can require dual digital signatures before any submission is released — adding an extra layer of protection and control.
User access can also be tightly managed. Restrict visibility so teams only see what they need to see — for example, preventing purchase ledger staff from accessing sensitive payroll information.

Fully RTI compatible

Front2Bax is fully compliant with HMRC Real Time Information (RTI) legislation — helping you stay aligned with the latest regulatory requirements with complete confidence.

Works with virtually any accounting system

Front2Bax integrates seamlessly with any accounting system that can generate an ASCII file. It also accepts files created in Excel, or even simple text files from Notepad — giving you total flexibility over how you prepare your payment data.


Need to make a one-off or urgent payment? Authorised users can quickly enter ad hoc payments directly within the software.


Not sure whether your accounting package can produce Bacs output? Our elseWare support team will be happy to advise.


If you would like to know if your accounting package can produce Bacs output then please contact us by emailing support@elseware.org.uk

Highly secure by design

Security is built in as standard. Front2Bax can require dual digital signatures before any submission is released — adding an extra layer of protection and control.

User access can also be tightly managed. Restrict visibility so teams only see what they need to see — for example, preventing purchase ledger staff from accessing sensitive payroll information.

Quick and simple onboarding

Get up and running in as little as 20 minutes — often the very same day, subject to availability. Our streamlined setup process is designed to minimise disruption and get you processing payments fast.

Compared to competitors who may require lengthy setup procedures or complex onboarding steps, Front2Bax is built for simplicity. It’s easy to configure, straightforward to use, and suitable for organisations across all industries.

Fully RTI compatible

FFront2Bax is fully compliant with HMRC Real Time Information (RTI) legislation — helping you stay aligned with the latest regulatory requirements with complete confidence.

FAQs

FAQs

Yes — you’ll need your own Service User Number (SUN) to use Front2Bax. We work exclusively with organisations that hold a SUN, as this ensures you are authorised to submit Bacs payments directly. If you already have a SUN, you’re ready to go. If you’re unsure about your status or how to obtain one, our team is always happy to point you in the right direction.

Front2Bax is a purely on-premise software solution, installed directly onto your systems. For many organisations, this provides greater control, security and peace of mind compared to cloud-based alternatives. Your payment data remains within your own IT environment, under your own security policies and infrastructure — with no reliance on third-party hosting platforms. This makes it particularly attractive to organisations with strict compliance, data protection or internal governance requirements.

Our onboarding process is straightforward and efficient. We’ll schedule a call at a convenient time to download and install Front2Bax onto your system. During this session, we work closely with your finance and IT teams to ensure everything is configured correctly and aligned with your internal processes. The goal is a smooth, disruption-free implementation so your teams can start processing payments with confidence right away.

Absolutely. Many bureaux and payroll providers use Front2Bax specifically as a disaster recovery solution. Because it’s on-premise, you maintain full control over installation and access, making it a reliable backup option should your primary system be unavailable.It’s a practical, secure way to ensure business continuity when you need it most.

Front2Bax can process transactions from any accounting system capable of producing an ASCII file. It also accepts files created in Excel or even simple text files from Notepad, giving you complete flexibility in how you generate your payment data.

There’s also functionality for authorised users to enter ad hoc payments directly within the software when needed.

If you’re unsure whether your accounting package can produce Bacs output, our support team will be happy to confirm compatibility for you.

You can configure more than one bank connection per instance. The practical limit depends on your agreements and operational needs.

Pricing

Transparent Pricing You Can Trust

No hidden costs — ever. What you see is what you pay. Our pricing is simple, predictable and designed to give you complete confidence when budgeting. There are no surprises, no transaction fees, and no unexpected extras — just straightforward value for powerful Bacs-approved software.

Support included all year round. Every subscription comes with support, so you can rely on our team for help throughout the year — from onboarding to everyday questions and ongoing optimisation.

Standard Bacs User

£650 +VAT per year

Bacs Bureau User

£1,200 +VAT per year