Chordiant and Capgemini UK Collaborate to Solve the UK's Utility ... MarketWatch (press release)

Date: 04.03.09

, The leading provider of Customer Experience (Cx(TM)) software and services, and Capgemini UK plc, a subsidiary of the Capgemini Group, one of the world's foremost providers of consulting, technology and outsourcing services, today announced a sales, marketing and services collaboration aimed at addressing the debt management problem currently faced by utilities providers in the United Kingdom. Together, the companies will actively market, sell and implement Chordiant's decisioning-based debt management software, Chordiant Collections Manager, to the UK utilities industry, which is collectively owed more than GBP 2 billion by its customers (source: Fujitsu business consulting). Capgemini's involvement brings extensive experience implementing debt management solutions and expertise in the unique business needs of the utilities sector. The combined solution is designed to help utility

How do I create a debt management program?

Jul 13, 2006 by rejavanation | Posted in Personal Finance |

I did an internet search and all lead me to already established debt programs. I want to set up my own debt management program, which can negotiate with creditors, consolidate loans etc... How do I get started?
I reiterate: There are literally thousands of debt management, consolidation, counseling website and resources. I am not looking to manage my own debts, I looking to start a debt management program for other people. I want to know what grants to apply for to begin a start up program. I want to know what regulations, fees, licenses I need to start my own debt management program so that others can come to me for debt consolidation services.


Make sure you have the skills, contacts and start-up money.

Establish a place of business and start advertising.

Best thing would be to map out the whole thing up front. You'll need to know permit/license needs, employer requirements and other general business details. There should be a lawyer in your area that can assist with applications.

What happens if you get out of a debt management program?

Apr 08, 2007 by emjaydee04 | Posted in Credit |

Im a 22 year old full time college student with a part time job. About three months ago I joined in charge debt solutions because I thought it would be easier for me to manage my credit card bills that way. However now after joining, I'm realizing that Im unable to keep up with the payments Im making to them. It's like after my other bills and this payment are taken out every month, I hardly have any money left and I think I've put myself in a bind. If I leave the program now will this mess up my credit, will it make it harder for me to join a debt management program in the future, will my creditors be resistant to work things out with me in the future because of this? I simply just can't afford to be in the program now.


If you get off of a DMP they stop paying the creditors. Unless you make specific arrangements with each creditor and pay them you will now become past due on your accounts again. Because of this the interest and late payments will start to be added again, and they will make collection calls to you.

You can always get back on a DMP, unless the creditors have sued you in court. Also if the creditor sold your account to a collection agency, these agencies may or may not participate in the program.

Since you say you "hardly" have any money left after your bills and this payment, it might be good to just tough it out. One thing you may want to do is take a very hard look at your budget. Determine what is essential and what is optional to see if you can free up some money. If you do a lot in entertainment(such as going to movies or eating out) you may have to stop those for a while.

One last option is to consider bankruptcy. It will effect your credit for a while, but if you practice good credit managment after the bankruptcy it can help.

Can you get a home equity loan while in a debt management program?

Oct 13, 2006 by disappearingact | Posted in Credit |

I just entered a debt management program to get control over my credit card debt. I have done this seperate from my husband. Only my credit is affected. Just after I entered into the program, my husband started showing interest in a home equity loan to consolidate our debt (his credit card and vehicles) and do home improvements. In our marriage I am responsible for my own debts, but I am wondering if being in the DMP will affect the chances of us obtaining the Home eq. Loan. Serious educated replies will be very much appreciated.


he can open equity line of credit only in his name and this way your credit report will not affect his change to obtain the loan or you have to get this loan fast- before your debt consolidation program will show on your report. most lenders treat debt consolidation program like bankruptcy chapter 13, so it is mean- they don't like see this very much.

How to pay off credit cards enrolled in a debt management program?

Feb 07, 2008 by Rachel | Posted in Credit |

I have been in a debt management program with a local credit counseling service for about 8 months. My parents have offered to co-sign a loan so I can pay off the cards. The loan with the bank is a lower interest rate than the cards and will pay them off faster with a lower payment each month. Should I pay the cards directly or go through the credit counseling service? Which is better for my credit score?


Pay off the cards but keep the accounts open. You earn points for having an account that is kept current (no payments more than 30 days late). This includes an account with a zero balance. A credit report will reference the account's high balance and current balance. If any of your cards have a yearly fee, I'd go ahead and close those ones.

If you're in a debt management program, what are the effects of employment consideration?

Jul 28, 2007 by dru | Posted in Other - Careers & Employment |

(In detail, when a company does a credit check, does being in a debt management program effect the chances of employment? I have never been late with payments or went through bankruptcy. I signed up to reduce interest rates. Your honest feedback would be appreciated.


It's actually a good thing because it shows personal responsibility versus non-payment. Credit wise it helps because you make payments on time. What can hurt you is your present credit rating if it is low. But that also depends on whether your company checks that and how it ranks that information. Your focus should be on a good interview highlighting what you bring to the company.

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