The basic features of a TPS can be broadly classified into 4 categories.

Access Control

TPS are secure and can only be accessed by authorized persons. Usually a user has to login using his credentials to use this system. And only the information relevant to that user is shown to him. This ensures safeguard of information and prevents its misuse. Eg: ATM machine.

Equivalence

The Pattern of a TPS uses a single format to record all transactions. This includes same format, same fields for providing information. This uniformity of data is the key feature of TPS, due to which comparison and analysis of data is made easier. Eg. Flipkart asks all the users the same information like name, delivery address and payment information on its checkout page.

High Volume Rapid Processing

The nature of a TPS is such that hundreds of transactions made are recorded simultaneously by the system. Transactions are recorded as and when they are completed and more than one user can work simultaneously on this system without any hassles. Eg: a single system handles all the ATM machines of all the banks under VISA, SCT and mastercards etc.

Trustworthiness

The system performs several checks to maintain the integrity of the data. Data integrity means that the data is both complete and accurate. Eg: * marked fields in an online forms need to be filled, the phone no. field input can not exceed 10 digits, the correct pin needs to be entered to complete the transaction etc.