Prevent ageing
Early-stage collection and follow-up
The most effective recovery happens in the first weeks after a due date. We provide the reminder and follow-up discipline that busy finance teams struggle to sustain.
Who it is for
- Companies with many small or medium invoices past due
- Businesses without a dedicated credit control function
- Firms that want reminders handled professionally but not aggressively
What the engagement covers
- Reminder sequence aligned to your payment terms
- Professional calls and written follow-up at defined intervals
- Identification of disputes and missing documents early
- Weekly reporting on ageing and responses
- Hand-over to full recovery only if needed
How we approach it
- 1
Map
We agree the reminder schedule, tone and channels for each customer segment.
- 2
Remind
Timely, polite reminders that reference the invoice, terms and payment options.
- 3
Follow up
Calls and messages that confirm receipt, resolve queries and secure a payment date.
- 4
Report
A simple ageing report so you can see what is moving and what needs a decision.
FAQ
Questions we are asked most
Is early-stage collection different from full debt collection?
Yes. It focuses on reminders and follow-up within the first 30–60 days, before a balance becomes a dispute or a problem debt. The tone is service-oriented rather than demanding.
Can this run continuously?
Yes. Many clients engage early-stage collection as an ongoing function alongside their accounts team.
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