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The complaints library

Everything you need to run a strong complaints function. Plain English explainers, step-by-step guides, and tools that make everyday work easier for handlers, managers, and senior leaders. Written by people who have run regulated teams for 20+ years.

Thursday, July 31, 2025
Blog author
Mia Ratciffe

Why apologising to customers matters in complaint handling

Why a sincere apology changes complaint outcomes, rebuilds trust, and reduces repeat escalation in regulated environments.

Friday, May 9, 2025
Blog author
Stevie Whitmore

What really goes on in the world of complaints

Clunky tools, missed lunches, and rising complaint volumes. This is what case handlers face daily, and what happens when the systems can't keep up.

Thursday, April 24, 2025
Blog author
Mia Ratciffe

Why did this complaint occur? Using the Fishbone Diagram and 5 Whys to strengthen complaint handling

Learn how to use the Fishbone Diagram and 5 Whys to investigate complaints, uncover root causes, and improve outcomes in regulated complaint handling.

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Friday, August 29, 2025

What is complaint case management software?

What complaint case management software does, how it works, and how regulated teams use it to improve outcomes, oversight, and compliance.

Blog author
Marcel Lattanzio