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Maintaining standards across our contractor network

Contractor Network Standards

When a contractor arrives at a customer’s door following a home emergency or property repair claim, they represent more than their trade. They represent our clients. They represent us. Built on the right foundations Managing and restoring properties across the UK requires a contractor network built to a professional standard as well as a technical one. Before a contractor joins … [ MORE ]

Strengthening capacity and workforce planning

CLIVE and RODNEY Capacity Planning and Workforce Forecasting Tools

Managing demand across multiple clients requires a clear understanding of both supplier capacity and internal resource. As claim volumes rise and fall, we manage activity across multiple trades and regions, often through periods of peak demand. Knowing where capacity sits across our network, and how that translates into resource requirements, allows us to respond quickly and maintain consistent service levels. … [ MORE ]

Trust, care and respect in property claims

Trust, Care. Respect

We support customers in their moment of need, on behalf of clients who trust us to represent their brands. Three principles shape how we approach that responsibility: Trust, Care and Respect. These principles shape how property claims are managed, communicated and delivered from first notification through to repair and reinstatement. Trust Earned through consistency When a client partners with us, … [ MORE ]

Celebrating success while managing surge

Celebrating Success While Managing Surge

Winter is the real stress test for any home emergency claims handling provider. Volumes increase sharply and pressure builds across people, systems and supply chains. For our clients, these moments matter most. Customer experience and brand trust are shaped here, not in the quiet months. At preferred, we place strong emphasis on clear communication during peak demand. Transparent reporting on … [ MORE ]

Digital inclusion and the human touch in automated claims management

Digital Inclusion in Automated Claims Management

When we talk about automation, the conversation often jumps straight to speed, efficiency and scale. All important things, however, the real challenge is more human: how do we preserve the warmth and empathy that policyholders engage with while building systems that don’t always need a person in the loop? It’s something we think about constantly at preferred. Policyholders consistently tell … [ MORE ]