

Automated Multi-Channel Debt Follow-up System
Replacing manual debt chasing with intelligent, escalating follow-ups across email, SMS, and postal mail
Key Outcomes
Multi-channel escalation
Automated follow-ups across email, SMS with payment links, and postal mail - with escalating intensity for persistently overdue debts.
Xero extended
Layered intelligent automation on top of Xero's limited reminder system, adding structured escalation logic it couldn't provide natively.
Staff time reclaimed
Eliminated manual debt chasing, freeing legal staff to focus on billable, high-value work instead of administrative follow-ups.
The Challenge
Xero's limits and the manual chase
Law Quarter relied on Xero for invoicing, but its built-in reminder system lacked the flexibility and persistence required for effective debt recovery.
Manual follow-ups consumed staff time and resulted in delayed or missed payments. There was no structured escalation for overdue debts.
The firm needed a system that could operate across multiple communication channels and increase pressure automatically without human intervention.
Manual debt chasing drained staff productivity and resulted in inconsistent recovery outcomes.
Our Approach
Intelligent escalation layered on Xero
The Kipanga Process Automation Protocol
Kipanga designed a custom automated debt collection workflow that layered intelligent automation on top of Xero, ensuring consistent, timely, and escalating follow-ups.
Airtable manages invoice status and escalation logic centrally, while make.com orchestrates the multi-channel communication triggers.
SMS messages include direct payment links to reduce friction and accelerate settlements.
Data Sync
Seamless integration with Xero for real-time invoice data
Escalation Logic
Airtable-based tracking with automated intensity progression
Multi-Channel Triggers
Email, SMS with payment links, and postal mail automation
Optimization
Tuned intervals and messaging for maximum recovery impact
The Solution
Automated debt recovery across three channels
A fully automated debt follow-up system that monitors Xero invoices, tracks escalation status in Airtable, and triggers communications via make.com.
The system starts with email reminders at defined intervals, escalates to SMS with direct payment links, and ultimately sends formal physical notices via postal mail.
The entire workflow requires minimal staff oversight while maintaining professional client communications.
Results
Measurable Business Impact
Technology
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Backend
Database
Infrastructure
Client Testimonial
“A professional service run by good people. If you are looking to automate complex businesses processes, then get in touch. I highly recommend this business.”

Connor James
Principal, Law Quarter
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