Make sure that your customers are getting the products they need and the service they deserve
Research carried out by Huntswood, in conjunction with the University of Surrey and the University of Exeter, determined that 71% of customers think independent new business checking would ensure that the advice, products or services they receive are provided in their best interest.
New business checking is valued greatly by customers.
HUNTSWOOD BUSINESS ASSURANCE
Huntswood’s proven expertise in business assurance allows us to help you mitigate risk and gain operational peace of mind across even the most diverse product range.
We check cases at an individual level, in line with regulatory requirements and your internal policies, procedures and risk appetite. We identify both individual and systemic issues to ensure that customers are receiving the right level of advice. We can do this as a one-off exercise focusing on specific areas of concern or on an ongoing basis, providing quality assurance through regular sample checking.
Why Huntswood
- We provide robust assurance over the quality and compliance of products and services being sold, or planning to be sold, so that you can mitigate regulatory scrutiny
- You will be provided with detailed evidence that the risks to customers were considered when setting up a new business or operation
- We are specialised in identifying and mitigating errors or risks before they materialise, using a blend of people, processes and technology to drive great outcomes from the beginning
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