5 reasons why Millennials and Gen Z’ers are building careers in accounts receivable management

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If you’re a Millennial or Gen Z’er considering a career in the accounts receivable field, you might be wondering what makes it a good industry to work in. Many millennials and Gen Z professionals seek careers that allow them to make a positive impact and contribute to the growth of others. Working in the accounts receivable management field allows them …

5 ways AI can improve your accounts receivable process

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Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to revolutionize the way businesses manage their accounts receivables. Automating certain tasks and processes, AI can save businesses time and reduce the need for manual labor. This can help businesses become more competitive and drive growth. A survey by Accenture found that the majority of businesses (58%) are already using AI to automate tasks …

How Do Commercial Collection Agencies Fit Into Education Industry A/R?

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Commercial collection agencies can help education organizations recover overdue B2B receivables while allowing internal finance teams to focus on core accounting and revenue-cycle priorities. The key is knowing which balances belong in commercial collections, when to escalate, and how to select a partner that can manage recovery professionally and compliantly. Education A/R Is More Than Tuition When people think about …

Five ways businesses can effectively manage their accounts receivable

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Effective management of accounts receivable is crucial for the success of any business. A survey by the National Federation of Independent Business found that small businesses cite late payments as the second-most common reason for cash flow problems, behind only insufficient sales. According to a report from Sage, late payments can cost small and mid-sized businesses as much as $3 …

What Should Credit Unions Know Before Outsourcing Collection Services?

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Credit unions considering outsourced collection services should evaluate compliance, third-party risk management, recovery experience, reporting, member communication, data security, and the agency’s ability to operate within the credit union’s established policies. For a credit union, outsourcing collections is about more than sending delinquent accounts to another company. It is a decision about recovery capacity, risk management, oversight, and member relationships. …

The Worldwide Accounts Receivable Automation Industry is Expected to Reach $6.5 Billion by 2027

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The global accounts receivable automation market size is projected to increase by a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 14.2% and reach $6.5 billion by 2027. Currently, the market size is estimated at $3.3 billion. The services segment is expected to increase at a higher amount than the CAGR 14.2% during the forecast segment. The services segment is classified into …

How to Use Commercial Collection Letters Before Legal Action

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Commercial collection letters can provide a formal, documented opportunity to resolve overdue B2B accounts before a business considers escalation such as liens, litigation, or other legal remedies, depending on the circumstances and applicable law. For construction companies and building suppliers, an overdue invoice can quickly become more than an accounting issue. Materials have already been delivered, labor has already been …

Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates to Highest Since 2007, Sees Higher Rates in 2023

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On Wednesday, December 14th, the Federal Reserve raises short-term interest rates by .50%, the highest since 2007, and suggested that will continue in 2023. The Fed funds rate range is currently at 4.25%-4.5%. The .50% increase on Wednesday was a reduction from the previous .75% increase seen at each of the last four policy meetings. This was the most aggressive …

Orthopedic Practices: How Can Better A/R Management Protect Revenue Without Disrupting Patient Care?

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Orthopedic practices can strengthen A/R performance by improving eligibility and authorization processes, managing denials and underpayments, engaging patients early, and using structured recovery strategies for unresolved balances. Orthopedic Revenue Cycle Has More Moving Parts Than It Looks Consider a patient scheduled for an orthopedic procedure. Before treatment, there may be: Insurance verification Authorization Referral requirements Surgical scheduling Coding Documentation Payer …

Credit Unions Gain Top Share of Auto Lending in US for First Time

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Experian reports in their “State of the Automotive Finance Market” paper, that credit unions have earned the largest share of automotive financing in the US by producing more auto loans than banks or other lenders. They have topped the market by producing more than 30% of all auto loans. The report also shows that credit union-funded auto loans rose by …