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ARTICLE · 25 FEBRUARY 2026

Client Insolvency: How To Protect Yourself And Act Proactively

In the current economic context, some businesses are facing an increasingly significant risk, namely the insolvency of a key client.

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In the current economic context, some businesses are facing an increasingly significant risk, namely the insolvency of a key client.

What Can You Do to Protect Business Against a Client’s Potential Insolvency?

Review the Company’s Internal Policies and Procedures

The new year can be a good opportunity to reassess your credit management practices and mitigate risks associated with a potential insolvency situation.

Here are examples of good credit management practices for SMEs:

  1. Effectively manage accounts receivable by assessing clients’ creditworthiness before granting credit, setting clear and appropriate limits for each client, and closely monitoring overdue accounts.
  2. Implement a clear credit policy that defines credit approval criteria and communicate this policy to both clients and your teams.

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