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GESTION CREDIT EXPERT - 25 July 2022

The recovery of the French economy now seems close to starting. However, the announced end of the State Guaranteed Loans involves a serious risk for all companies, VSEs, SMEs or Key Accounts: the risk of non-payment.

How to calculate the DSO?

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GESTION CREDIT EXPERT - 1 June 2022

Collectors keep companies financially healthy

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GESTION CREDIT EXPERT - 26 January 2021

What are the statutes of limitations for debt collection?

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GESTION CREDIT EXPERT - 9 April 2021

All you need to know about Credit Management

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How does WCR influence a company’s solvency?

Working Capital Requirement (WCR) is a key indicator of a company’s financial management. It measures the gap between cash receipts and cash outflows related to operations, in other words, the money tied up in inventories, trade receivables, and trade payables. This gap may seem trivial, but it has a direct impact on short-term solvency. Even […]

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Outsourcing debt collection: the 6 criteria that really matter

What you need to know before delegating your debt collection to a service provider Outsourcing your debt collection means entrusting a significant portion of your company’s cash flow to a third party. This is a strategic move to preserve your financial health… provided you choose the right partner. However, too many companies still rely on […]

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Debt collection company: role, mission and benefits for businesses

What is a debt collection company? A debt collection agency is a company specializing in recovering unpaid debts on behalf of its clients, whether they are SMEs, large corporations, or multinationals. Debt collection experts use legal know-how and advanced negotiation techniques to efficiently recover outstanding funds while maintaining the business relationship between the creditor and […]

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Treasury: what alternatives to bank financing?

Cash flow isn’t just a CFO issue: it’s the keystone of your ability to invest, pay, and grow. And when a company faces increasingly rigid bank financing conditions—high interest rates, collateral requirements, and tight lending criteria—it becomes vital for a company to understand and master alternative financing solutions to secure its operations, preserve its cash […]

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Solutions to improve cash flow: comparison between credit insurance, factoring and debt collection companies

Given the persistent pressure on margins and cash flow, customer account management remains one of the top priorities for Finance Departments. Cash flow determines a company’s ability to invest, meet its commitments, cope with unforeseen events or simply survive. Yet, a significant portion of cash is tied up in receivables. According to the AFDCC, €1 […]

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How to assess the risk of non-payment of receivables?

Debt collection is a major strategic issue for any company concerned with preserving its cash flow and avoiding the permanent loss of uncollectible debt. Preventing the risk of non-payment and anticipating the consequences of an unpaid debt requires a rigorous analysis of the customer’s financial situation, the amount of the debt, the payment deadlines granted, […]

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Debt collection abroad: the challenges

The challenges of debt collection abroad En commerce international, le recouvrement de créances à l’étranger est un exercice à la fois stratégique, juridique et culturel. Récupérer une créance dans le pays du débiteur peut rapidement devenir une opération complexe : barrière linguistique, systèmes juridiques différents, difficultés à localiser le débiteur ou à faire exécuter un […]

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What are the usual timeframes for the debt recovery process?

The debt recovery process can last between 30 days and 18 months , depending on the nature of the debt, the debtor’s responsiveness, the actions taken and the procedures chosen ( amicable or legal ). In simple cases settled amicably, payment is often made in less than 60 days. For more complex cases requiring legal […]

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Cybersecurity for debt collection companies: the decisive criterion

Outsourcing debt collection is a strategic lever. But still too few companies assess the cybersecurity maturity of the debt collection agencies they hire. For CFOs and credit managers, however, this criterion is becoming crucial. Here’s a breakdown and best practices, based on the case study of GESTION CREDIT EXPERT, a debt collection company serving businesses […]