Customer Success Story

Optimizing Debt Recovery For A Large Federal Agency

This case study sheds light on the collaboration between TSI and the governmental agency. Since 1993, TSI has continuously provided debt recovery services for this agency. TSI’s role encompasses debt recovery n delinquent credit card accounts, aiding in financial management and assisting customers in resolving outstanding balances.

The Challenge

  • Geographical Reach and Diverse Customer Base: Operating in 50 states presents a challenge due to differing regulations, cultural norms and languages. Adapting collection approaches to suit each region was essential. 
  • Account Holder Location and Contactability: Location and contacting delinquent account holders posed a challenge, necessitating an efficient skip tracing process.
  • Sensitive Data Handling and Compliance: Maintaining security and privacy of customer account information, adhering to privacy regulations, and ensuring compliance with the law were paramount concerns.

The Approach

  • Localized Recovery Strategies: TSI customized debt collection approaches for each region, considering cultural differences, legal frameworks and communication preferences.
  • Advanced Skip Tracking Techniques: Leveraging technology and advanced skip tracing techniques to enhance the success rate in locating and contacting delinquent holders.
  • Strict Data Privacy Protocols:  Implementing robust data privacy protocols to ensure the security and privacy of account information, aligning with global data protection regulations.

The Results

  • Improved Collection Rates: Tailoring collection approaches based on geographic locations resulted in improved collection rates, as strategies were more culturally sensitive and relatable to the customers.
  • Enhanced Contactability: Advanced skip tracing techniques significantly increased the rate of successful contact with delinquent account holders, subsequently improving debt recovery.
  • Compliance and Data Security: Stringent data privacy protocols ensured compliance with regulations and enhanced the security of customer account information, building trust and mitigating risks.

Conclusion

The enduring success of the partnership between TSI and the federal agency is prominently showcased through their collaborative endeavors. Employing a strategic approach, the alliance effectively tackled challenges linked to geographical diversity and data security. The outcome has been a notable enhancement in debt recovery rates, thereby fortifying financial integrity. This illuminating case study underscores the pivotal role of customized strategies and steadfast compliance with regulations in optimizing debt collection services, particularly within the expansive realm of a large-scale organization, all of which has been achieved through the robust collaboration between a domain expert and a federal agency.

Customer Experience/Care Management

Inbound & Outbound Voice

CX  & Care Programs

Back-Office Functions

Performance Analytics

Flexible Global Staffing

Business Process Outsourcing

Data Input

Document Processing

Verfication & Validation

Exception Processing

QA Monitoring & Reporting

Business Analytics & Modeling

First Party ARM

1st Party Collections

Pre-Charge Off Program Support

Inbound & Outbound

Early Stage / Care Based

Brand Protection

IT Adaptability / Flexibility

third Party Debt Collection

Post Charge-Off

Primary & Secondary

Late-Stage Recovery

Innovative Technology & Approach

Propensity to Pay Analytics