Metro 2 Integration for ATS Collection
ATS (Automated Tracking Systems) is a collection management platform used by debt collection agencies and debt buyers. While limited public documentation is available for the platform, BureauRelay integrates with ATS via file-based data export to provide CDIA-compliant Metro 2 credit bureau reporting. BureauRelay handles K1 segment generation for original creditor tracking, K2 segments for debt chain of ownership (critical for debt buyers), multi-client reporting with separate furnisher IDs, and submission to Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion via SFTP.
How It Works
ATS exports collection account data via file export. BureauRelay imports the data, generates K1 segments for original creditor tracking and K2 segments for debt chain of ownership, validates all fields against CDIA rules, and submits Metro 2 files to Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion via SFTP.
BureauRelayBenefits
Debt Buyer K2 Segments
Full K2 segment support for tracking the chain of debt ownership — critical for debt buyers who purchase portfolios and need to report the complete ownership history.
Multi-Client Reporting
Report for multiple creditor clients from a single ATS instance with separate furnisher IDs and original creditor tracking for each.
K1 Segment Automation
Automatically generate K1 segments with original creditor name and classification code for third-party collection accounts.
FDCPA and FCRA Compliance
BureauRelay enforces FDCPA validation periods, FCRA dispute timelines, and medical debt waiting periods automatically.
High Volume Processing
Process large collection portfolios efficiently — BureauRelay handles tens of thousands of accounts per reporting cycle.
File-Based Integration
No API dependency — ATS data is exported via file and imported into BureauRelay for validation and bureau submission.
Data Fields That Sync
BureauRelay maps these fields from ATS Collection to Metro 2 format automatically.
- Debtor demographics from ATS contact records
- Account placement data including original creditor and placement date
- Current balance and payment history
- Chain of ownership data for K2 segment generation (debt buyers)
- Account status and collection workflow stage
- Dispute records and resolution status
Get Set Up in 5 Steps
Export Data from ATS
Set up a scheduled data export from ATS containing debtor records, account data, and payment history.
Import to BureauRelay
Upload the exported data to BureauRelay via CSV import or configure automated file transfer.
Configure Multi-Client Reporting
Set up separate furnisher IDs and original creditor mappings for each client portfolio in ATS.
Map Collection Statuses
Configure how ATS account statuses translate to Metro 2 status codes.
Test and Launch
Generate a test Metro 2 file, validate against CDIA rules, and enable production reporting to credit bureaus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I report for multiple clients?
Yes. BureauRelay handles multi-client reporting with separate furnisher IDs and original creditor tracking. Each client portfolio from ATS gets its own reporting configuration.
Does ATS have a public API?
Limited public API documentation is available for ATS. BureauRelay integrates via file-based data export, which works reliably regardless of API availability.
How does debt buyer reporting work?
BureauRelay generates K2 segments that track the complete chain of debt ownership — from original creditor through each subsequent purchaser. This is required for debt buyers reporting to credit bureaus.
What about the FDCPA validation period?
BureauRelay enforces the FDCPA 30-day validation period and does not report accounts until the period has passed.
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