Based on our analysis of key market trends, and supplemented by insights from industry leaders and experts who are actively shaping the future of collections, here are our predictions for how the debt collection industry will evolve in 2025. We hope it’ll help you to plan effectively for the year ahead.
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12
min readDebt collection in 2025: trends, technologies and opportunities
Key predictions and expert insights on where the collections industry is headed in 2025.
5
min readAI debt collection vs. traditional methods: what's different?
While traditional debt collection is increasingly seen as out of touch, a new generation solution is disrupting the landscape — AI-powered debt collection. It puts the power back into customer’s hands, to manage their debt their way.
4
min readImproving collections strategy by 30% with machine learning
Contacting customers digitally to recover overdue accounts is one way to improve your customer experience. But predicting how each customer prefers to engage, and adapting each step of their journey accordingly takes your collections to entirely new levels of personalisation.
7
min readDebt collection industry predictions for 2024
Now more than ever, it’s time for credit providers to reassess their collections strategy to ensure it can withstand the flow on effects of a few tumultuous years going into 2024. Keep reading to learn how to prepare, what’s in store, and our expert tips.
5
min readBest practices for chatbots in consumer finance
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has outlined their key concerns around using chatbots. Find out how to implement these new tools safely and efficiently with this guide from Tim Collins, Chief Compliance Officer.
2
min readChoosing a debt collection partner that understands today's consumers
In such a competitive environment, fintechs and buy now, pay later providers are laser focussed on innovation and growth, leaving little time to develop a collections strategy. Outsourcing can be an effective solution, as long as you know what to look for in a debt collections agency.
4
min readHow to find a third-party debt collection agency that’s right for your business
With thousands of collection agencies in the market, how do you decide who’s right for your business? Arguably more important, how do you know who’s right for your customers?
12
min readIntroduction to InDebted and what we do
How intelligent debt collection creates a better way to support businesses to get their customers back on track
7
min readThings to consider when scaling your business, and collections
Seven essentials to successfully scale your collections across multiple markets
2
min readUsing SMS and emails in collections in the US
How to maximise collections and improve customer experience in a challenging economic environment
9
min readWhat are the benefits of outsourced third-party debt collection compared to in-house?
See how internal collections compare to outsourcing to a third-party agency
3
min readWhat makes digital debt collection more effective
Traditional debt collection has long struggled with its image. Today, organisations should consider a digital-first approach that centres around communication. Here we explore the key benefits of a modern, omnichannel approach to debt collection.
4
min readAs the cost of living crisis deepens, debt collection that places customer-outcomes at its core is more vital than ever
UK consumers are experiencing the highest inflation rate in 40 years, reaching a staggering 9% in June 2022. With the price of consumer goods continuing to rise and utility bills soaring amongst an unstable global climate, how are Brits really feeling about the future of their financial wellbeing?
5
min readDebt collection partner, or debt collection software?
Deciding on whether to partner with a debt collection agency or use collection software depends on a few things. Read what’s essential to know when making the right choice for your business.
6
min readNavigating the debt collection software tipping point
How do you develop a debt collection operation that minimises your write-off portfolio, maximises liquidation and retains your customer relationships? Here’s everything you need to know.
3
min readUnpacking the limitations of debt collection software
Overdue accounts can quickly build, but at what point do you engage a debt collection agency or use a collections software? Before making the right decision for your business, consider the limitations of software and how the oversights can fast impact recovery potential.
4
min readHow Reg F is an opportunity for businesses to improve customer experience
Use Reg F as an opportunity to transform your collections and maximise recovery rates, with a customer-centric collections experience
3
min read3 tips for evaluating a Reg F compliant debt collection vendor
Now that the rules have changed with the introduction of Regulation F, it’s essential to ensure your partner in debt recovery is modern, reputable, and perhaps most importantly, Reg F compliant.
5
min readDebt collection software or debt collection agency? How to choose
Overdue accounts growing? Avoid common pitfalls when deciding between debt collection software or a collections partner, to make the right choice for your business.
6
min readWhy business should care about their customers’ financial fitness
Unfortunately, not all customers pay their debts on time and those that fall behind with one company, are often likely to be behind with others. But it’s in an organisation’s best interests to help get their customers back on track.
2
min readHow InDebted offers a simple and seamless onboarding experience
When you decide to partner with a debt collection agency, it's just the beginning of the relationship. Before you can begin referring accounts and outsourcing your debt collection, onboarding is the gateway. With intelligent debt collection, we keep the onboarding process simple and seamless.
2
min readWorry-free collections compliance driven by digital
Meeting debt collection compliance requirements is less likely to be on the top of your organisation’s priority list, which is why most businesses outsource their collections. But, how do you make sure your collections partner has built-in compliance mechanisms, to protect your business and your customers?
2
min readDebt collection that puts customers first to drive commercial outcomes
Focus on creating a positive collections experience to increase recoveries
3
min readHow InDebted helps BNPLs fulfil domestic and global ambitions
The buy now, pay later sector has expanded exponentially around the world. But this rapid growth has brought its own challenges, especially around how to deal with overdue accounts – and this is where intelligent debt collection comes in.
2
min readWhy digital debt collection works at all stages of accounts
Digital-first debt collection works of all stages of accounts, and consistently outperforms traditional approaches. Here’s why.
3
min readWhat is digital debt collection and why it works
Digital debt collection is becoming more and more prevalent, but how is it different from traditional collections and how does it improve performance?
2
min readWhy traditional debt collection doesn’t work
Digital communication is the number one choice for the majority of customers. Debt collection should be no different, yet there are organisations who still use traditional collection methods. So, what are they missing?
2
min readBenefits of a seamless, digital approach to debt collection
While businesses understand the importance of having a customer-centric approach, how many apply this to their debt collection processes - whether this is an initial internal process or one that is outsourced? Here we sum up the benefits of a digital-first approach to debt collection, and why it’s the only viable solution for today’s organisations.
5
min readHanging up on traditional debt collection: How Reg F can improve communication in debt collection
See how Regulation F is an opportunity for businesses to improve customer experience through better means of communication in the debt collection process.
4
min readWhy debt collection needs to be a positive, supportive, human experience
Customers and businesses struggling to meet their financial commitments are more likely to respond to debt collectors who provide a positive experience – which is why the future of debt collection is intelligent.
4
min readDigital debt collection: Returns without the risk
The long-held stigma around debt collection has meant organisations often write off overdue debts rather than risk damaging their brand. But a digital-first model offers the potential for commercial returns without the risk.
5
min readWhy the future of debt collection is digital-first and customer-led
The relationship organisations have with their customers these days is very much a digital one – which is why a digital approach is vital also to successful collections.
3
min readBenefits of resolving with InDebted
Finances aren’t always easy, but it’s easy to fall behind. Resolving your debt with InDebted is designed to be simple, seamless and supportive. Here are the benefits of working with us to get back on track.