B2B debt collection services specialise in recovering commercial receivables between businesses. Unlike consumer collection, B2B collection involves larger claims, more complex legal frameworks, and cross-border considerations.
Why B2B Is Different
Consumer collection is regulated by consumer protection laws. B2B collection operates under commercial law — which typically provides more powerful creditor tools: higher statutory interest rates, fewer restrictions on enforcement, and specialised commercial courts.
The Speed Advantage
Professional B2B agencies achieve faster recovery because they use jurisdiction-specific fast-track procedures unavailable to internal credit teams. Germany's Mahnverfahren produces enforceable titles in 4 weeks. Belgium's IOS procedure resolves undisputed claims in 30-45 days. These tools exist — but require local expertise to deploy.
Contingency Model
Most B2B collection agencies operate on contingency: no recovery, no fee. Commission rates: 15-25% for amicable collection, 25-35% for litigated claims. This model eliminates creditor risk and aligns agency incentives with recovery outcomes.
When to Engage
At 60-90 days overdue. Every month of delay reduces recovery probability by 8-12%. By 12 months, you're collecting less than half of what you'd recover at 90 days. The cost of waiting always exceeds the cost of agency commission.