What must be done to add a new payment method in SFCC?

To add a new payment method in Salesforce Commerce Cloud (SFCC), it is necessary to configure it within Business Manager. This approach allows for the management of payment options through the administrative interface that SFCC provides, making it user-friendly for merchants and developers.

Business Manager is designed to handle various configurations for the store, including payment methods, without the need to directly modify the codebase. This means that store administrators can easily add, modify, or remove payment options through a graphical interface, ensuring that changes can be made quickly and efficiently, with lower risk of introducing bugs or errors in the code.

Additionally, configuring payment methods through Business Manager often includes integration settings for payment processors, updating credentials, and adjusting user interface elements related to payment options. This capability empowers businesses to manage their commerce operations effectively while ensuring they comply with standards and regulations related to payment processing.

The other options involve alternatives that are either more cumbersome or not suited for the purpose. Modifying the codebase directly might introduce risks and is not the intended method for payment configuration. Submitting a request to Salesforce support is unnecessary for adding standard payment methods and would likely cause delays. Using a third-party integration service might be appropriate for specific cases, but it is not the primary method to introduce a