Why use QASSS Alternative Dispute Resolution?
3.59 days
Average speed of dispute resolution
99%
Disputes resolved in-house
28 days
From complaint to completion of remedial works
Why do companies need Alternative Dispute Resolution?
At QASSS, we understand that complaints, if not dealt with, can lead to costly and lengthy court proceedings as well as being a drain on internal resources. ADR is considerably cheaper and also confidential so not in the public domain.
Using an ADR service takes the emotion out of the situation as disputes are resolved impartially and based on facts. It also helps prevent louder negative conversations on social media and protects brand reputation.
Businesses have an obligation to signpost consumers to a competent Alternative Dispute Resolution provider and tell them whether or not they are prepared to use the ADR provider to deal with the dispute. In certain sectors, ADR is a mandatory requirement. To find out more about your legal obligations, click here.
With in-depth sector knowledge and professional mediators, we provide award-winning fast resolutions (3.59 days on average) and, most importantly, protect consumers and company reputations.
- Save time and resource. Referring disputes to an experienced ADR provider will realise operational efficiencies, free up customer care services and other internal resources.
- Save costs, stress and avoid going to court. Consumers will be less likely to bring legal proceedings which are not only time-intensive, stressful and costly, but also in the public domain.
- Reach a quicker decision. ADR is usually quicker than lengthy court proceedings. At QASSS, we have an average resolution time of just 3.59 days.
- Drive better outcomes for customers, avoid deadlocks and potential reputational damage.
- Ensure fairness and independence by using ADR officials who will act with impartiality when resolving disputes.
- Improve conversion and retention. Stand out from competitors by demonstrating a clear commitment to high quality customer service.
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To discuss how we can help your business save time and money with our ADR services, contact us today
Benefits of working with us
What is Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)?
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) is a service that is used to resolve disputes between customers and businesses, with the intention to resolve a dispute to avoid the need to go to court. To find out more about ADR and how we work, click here.
At QASSS, we use mediation and conciliation to help a customer and business resolve a dispute by finding a fair resolution (in the form of a compromise agreement) which satisfies both parties. Our trained Dispute Resolution Officers are impartial and will look for the fairest and most reasonable outcome and propose that solution to both parties. To find out more about how mediation works, click here for a behind the scenes overview of a day in the life of a mediator.
About our Dispute Resolution Officers
Our team of Alternative Dispute Resolution officers are friendly, approachable and down-to-earth. They have a wealth of experience in complaint handling and dispute resolution.
They are trained to listen and to provide a firm and fair helping hand to consumers and service providers. They help to get the complaint resolved as quickly as possible with the most appropriate outcome that satisfies both parties. They also work closely with companies to provide one-to-one support and industry-wide advice; this helps to improve the way services are delivered and complaints are handled.
Get in touch today to find out more about how we can help your business with industry-leading Alternative Dispute Resolution
What are the benefits of QASSS ADR?
It’s fast
It’s financially advantageous
It’s fair
It’s flexible
It’s free for consumers
References
1.https://www.tradingstandards.uk/media/documents/commercial/adr/adr-report-2018_uk-final.pdf
As a company we have only required mediation a small amount of times since becoming a member and found that they have a very fair, independent approach to this, not siding with either the customer or the company; just direct mediation, without emotion, drawing the line based on facts of the contractual agreement. All in all, it has given our customers the confidence to spend more money and given us as a company more confidence to engage with larger contracts, knowing we have the independent service sitting between both parties.
They helped resolve my dispute to 100% satisfaction. Customers need to know they are there to help. Thanks again.
The benefit from a business point of view is the impartial focus given by the officer that interacts with both parties, normally we as the supplier have exhausted all avenues to bring the situation to a satisfactory end, the input and advice given can be hard to swallow but is normally fair and reasonable and will be accepted by both parties prior to any outcome being finalised.
Their assistance was highly efficient, professional and, conducted throughout in an exemplary manner from inception to conclusion. My sincerest thanks to everyone involved.
The individual managers and DRO’s have an in-depth knowledge of not only consumer law and regulations, but the industries they serve as well. I have always found their involvement thorough, professional and innately fair.
I cannot praise this company enough. They have corrected the faults made by a previous installer and acted very quickly when I reported a fault. All the staff are very efficient and courteous.
QASSS have provided an invaluable service to not just ourselves but to our consumers, which has helped to resolve issues very quickly which otherwise could have been long, protracted and incurring unnecessary costs for both parties. Thank you for the continued support you provide us.
Everything was done very professionally but also with compassion and understanding. I am sure they have to deal with very worried and angry customers but their knowledge and calmness shines through. It’s wonderful to have a company that really knows what it’s doing on your side.
On many occasions in the past your service has provided invaluable assistance to resolve even the most difficult complaints by taking a common-sense approach and a determination to establish the facts. Thank you for everything that you do, and long may your service continue.
A Trusted Partner
QASSS protects consumers and mitigates risks across the home improvement, renewables and building repair sector. Building on our heritage as a leading consumer protection organisation in the home improvement sector, we are CTSI approved and provide industry-leading expertise and continually work to improve services and standards across the sector.
