Digital Tracing: How new technology is helping locate elusive Debtors Telegraph’s green policy

Coventry’s Telegraph Hotel has invested in its future – and that of the planet – to make it even more environmentally friendly.

The Telegraph recently celebrated its fourth anniversary since opening in the city and, as well as becoming the most highly regarded hotel in the city centre in that time, it has also set out its stall to try and be one of the greenest.

The reimagining of the former newspaper building itself made a positive contribution to the environment with many of the original materials and features maintained during the transformation into an uber-cool mid-Century hotel.

Now, 60 new solar PV panels have been installed on the roof of the building, which will see 8.5 per cent of all energy used on site produced by the panels and close to 50 per cent of all energy usage coming from renewable sources.

The new panels come on top of a range of initiatives that have helped to reduce the hotel’s carbon footprint, including 98 per cent of the building utilising LED lighting, with sensor lighting in public areas and store cupboards to reduce the wastage of energy when it is not required.

The team receive training on best practices and are made aware of new processes – small and large – to ensure they are able to deliver on the Telegraph’s green policy.

That encompasses everything from cutting down on printed materials through to reducing the number of towels and bed linen that are replaced for individual guests, with their agreement. Hotel guests also have access to water bottle stations on all bedroom floors and recycling stations in public areas.

For corporate guests who also want to play their part, the Telegraph Hotel offers a Green Day Delegate Package for meetings and conferences.

The hotel is dedicated to minimising waste wherever possible, which contributes to reducing the hotel’s environmental footprint. From food and cooking oils to batteries, every waste stream is carefully handled through sustainable practices, reflecting the hotel’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship and operational excellence.

Amy Windsor, General Manager of the Telegraph Hotel, said: “The installation of the new solar panels is part of our ongoing commitment to making the Telegraph as environmentally friendly as possible.

“Coventry is at the forefront of sustainability, innovation and decarbonisation. This is a shared responsibility for all businesses in the city and we’re proud to play our part in supporting the city to achieve its ambitious net zero goals.

The solar panels were supported by a grant from the Business Growth West Midlands Net Zero Grant programme; this project is funded by the UK government through the Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) and delivered by Coventry City Council

Cllr Jim O’Boyle, Cabinet Member for Jobs, Regeneration and Climate Change, said: “I’m really pleased that we could use grant funding to support the Telegraph Hotel to improve their green credentials and cut their carbon footprint.

“This shift to renewable energy is good to see and it’s the latest move from the team who have really put sustainability at the heart of all they do.”

For more information on the Telegraph’s green policy go to www.telegraph-hotel.com/green-policy/

One of the biggest challenges in debt recovery is locating debtors who have gone silent. For debt collection agencies and small businesses alike, this can translate into lost revenue, wasted resources, and mounting frustration. At Debt-Claims Solicitors we work alongside our clients, using the latest tech, to locate outstanding debtors.

Traditionally, tracing debtors required time-consuming manual investigations. But today, digital tracing tools are making it faster, cheaper, and more accurate to locate individuals and businesses who have defaulted on payments.

What

is Digital Tracing?

Digital tracing refers to the use of online data, digital records, and algorithmic tools to locate individuals who owe money. It involves pulling together information from various databases, social media platforms, and public records to build a profile of the debtor’s likely whereabouts.

Some tools also use machine learning to predict behaviour, identify patterns, and assess the probability of success in pursuing particular leads.

The Role of Digital Tracing in the Broader Recovery Process

While digital tracing is a powerful tool, it is just one part of a broader debt recovery process. Once a debtor is located, businesses must still follow appropriate procedures to pursue repayment. This may involve issuing a letter before action, initiating court proceedings, or instructing enforcement agents.

Used correctly, digital tracing can improve the efficiency and success of these steps by ensuring that correspondence reaches the right person at the right address, avoiding wasted time and procedural delays.

From Guesswork to Informed Action

Digital tracing marks a significant step forward from the days of guesswork and gut instinct. It allows businesses and debt collection agencies to approach recovery in a more informed, evidence-based way.

Looking to the future, we may see deeper integration between tracing platforms and enforcement systems. Imagine a world where a court claim or enforcement order is automatically updated with the debtor’s latest verified contact details. This kind of real-time coordination could drastically reduce administrative overheads and further improve recovery rates.

However, these advancements bring added responsibility. The line between effective tracing and unlawful surveillance is thin. Firms that get it right, by combining smart tools with ethical practice, will not only recover more but also protect their reputation in an increasingly scrutinised market.

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