Don’t wait to get paid – How to build a good collection process from the ground up

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Abstract: Building a good collection process begins with developing a realistic payment plan and then including it in the job contract. Contractors must employ prompt and frequent follow-up to avoid giving the impression their bills can be given lower priority. This is not just an issue for accounts receivable staff; collections should be a companywide concern. As a last resort, it may be necessary to resort to a collection agency. But this might mean burning a bridge one may need to cross in the future, so the pros and cons of this harsh measure must be weighed carefully.