Customer PortalDigitalizationDPDLogistics

Claims – Management System For Customer Complaints

A centralized claims management system for processing customer complaints and tracking their resolution at DPD Slovakia and Switzerland.
  • Centralized system for recording and managing claims with regional customization.

  • Direct integration with operational and logistics data on shipments.

  • Automated internal and external communication, including document generation.

The Challenge

DPD Slovakia and DPD Switzerland had long been using outdated systems for claim registration that were technically unsupported and lacked effective integration with operational and logistics data. These systems required a significant amount of manual work, were prone to errors, and failed to meet modern requirements for data availability, transparency, and automation.

In addition to technical limitations, there were significant differences in processes and requirements between the two countries. DPD Slovakia needed a solution closely integrated with the central system supporting transport operations, with a strong focus on internal claim processing. In contrast, DPD Switzerland required a system open to customers, allowing them to submit claims via a web portal and featuring a higher degree of automated communication with depots, carriers, and end customers.

The challenge was to create a flexible solution that would respect these specific needs while ensuring consistency, scalability, and long-term sustainability.

Our Solution

Our solution was the development of two technically and functionally customized systems, based on a unified architectural and methodological foundation, yet tailored to meet regional requirements.

For DPD Slovakia, we created a new “Claims” module as part of the OPS Toolset. This module is built on a central relational database and is tightly integrated with existing DPD systems, including shipment tracking, scanning data, and shipment lifecycle. Claim cases are entered through a user interface by claims department staff, who have immediate access to all related data. The solution supports internal communication with depots, document generation, and provides outputs for the accounting system.

For DPD Switzerland, we developed a standalone Claims system based on a non-relational database. It allows claim submissions not only by internal staff but also by customers themselves via a customer portal. The system is designed with flexibility and openness in mind – through an API, it can be connected to all other DPD CH systems. As part of the solution, we implemented a template system for automated email communication, document generation, invoicing, and management of damaged or unidentified shipments.

Both solutions are the result of thorough analysis – in the case of DPD SK, this involved a series of intensive analytical meetings and process documentation; for DPD CH, it included a combination of independent study of the old system and in-depth consultations with responsible stakeholders.

Technologies Used

Selected tech stack, tools, and frameworks to ensure scalability, performance, and long-term reliability.

.NET

.NET

C#

C#

Python

Python

SQL

SQL

Impact and Benefits

  • Faster and more transparent claim processing in both countries

  • Time savings and reduced error rates thanks to integration with shipment and operational data

  • Ability to track trends and improve customer service based on high-quality data

  • Automation of communication and accounting outputs saves manual work and eliminates duplication

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