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Learn how to effectively recover debts for your SME business.

Nathan McQueen • May 30, 2023

Late payment is a widespread problem in the UK, with many businesses facing delayed payments from their customers. In fact, according to recent research by BACS, UK SMEs are owed a staggering £23.4 billion in late payments, causing significant cash flow problems for many businesses. This figure has only increased since the pandemic, where cash flow has become even more critical for businesses' survival.

So, how can you overcome late payment and improve your cash flow?


Firstly, it's essential to have a robust credit control process in place. This process should include setting clear payment terms, regularly chasing up overdue payments, and taking appropriate action when necessary. It's also important to communicate with your customers regularly, reminding them of the payment terms and the consequences of late payment.


However, even with an effective credit control process in place, late payment can still occur, putting your cash flow at risk. This is where working with a debt recovery solutions provider like McQueen Partnership can help. We offer a range of services designed to help you recover outstanding debts quickly and effectively, reducing the impact of late payment on your cash flow.


Our telephone-based recovery services are proven to be fast and effective, ensuring that you receive your outstanding payments as quickly as possible. We understand the importance of maintaining strong customer relationships, which is why we work to resolve disputes and find mutually acceptable solutions wherever possible. Our team of experts is highly trained in debt recovery, with years of experience in handling complex cases, so you can be confident that your outstanding payments are in safe hands.


Working with a debt recovery solutions provider like McQueen Partnership can also help to improve your overall credit control process. By outsourcing your debt recovery, you can free up your time to focus on other aspects of your business, while we handle the time-consuming task of chasing up late payments. This can help to streamline your credit control process, ensuring that it's as efficient and effective as possible.


In conclusion, late payment can be a significant problem for small to medium sized businesses, but it doesn't have to be. By putting an effective credit control process in place and working with a reputable debt recovery solutions provider like McQueen Partnership, you can overcome late payment and improve your cash flow. With our fast and effective telephone-based recovery services and our team of expert debt recovery specialists, you can be confident that your outstanding payments are in safe hands.


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