{"id":41875,"date":"2024-06-26T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-26T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newrcblog.wpengine.com\/apology-letter-to-customer\/"},"modified":"2026-07-20T19:32:00","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T02:32:00","slug":"apology-letter-to-customer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/us\/en\/blog\/apology-letter-to-customer\/","title":{"rendered":"How to write a customer apology letter [Templates &#038; examples]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019re all human, and we all make mistakes. Even when we\u2019re at work. There\u2019s no company in the world that gets it right every time, and an apology letter is how to deal with it, when you do miss the mark.<\/p>\n<p>Things go wrong or miscommunication creates a less-than-ideal situation for your employees or your clients.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s unavoidable.<\/p>\n<p>But even though your customers know your staff are only human, they still have high expectations of your brand.<\/p>\n<p>Most people are able to forgive. However, when something doesn\u2019t go as planned, they also expect an apology. And they don\u2019t just want to hear a generic \u201cWe\u2019re so sorry.\u201d A written apology is what will really mean something.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\">Key takeaways<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>A genuine customer apology letter goes beyond a sincere apology. It includes a clear expression of regret, an explanation of what went wrong, and a commitment to make amends<\/li>\n<li>Non-apologies that deflect blame or qualify the apology (e.g. &#8220;sorry if you were offended&#8221;) can deepen customer frustration and damage customer loyalty more than the original mistake<\/li>\n<li>The format and distribution of your apology letter should match customer expectations. A minor billing error may warrant a one-on-one email, while a service outage or data breach requires a broader, more formal response<\/li>\n<li>A strong apology letter prioritizes transparency and restitution, showing customers not just that you&#8217;re sorry, but what you&#8217;re doing to ensure the problem doesn&#8217;t recur<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\ud83d\udd0d Does your businesses have a solid customer journey? If so, you\u2019re less likely to need to apologize for any misunderstandings. Get free customer journey map templates \ud83d\udc47<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\uddfa\ufe0f Grab the free templates<\/p>\n<p>\ud83d\udccd Start building your customer journey map with these templates.<\/p>\n<p>Get them now<\/p>\n<p>Enjoy!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><a id=\"what-is-customer-apology-letter\"><\/a>What exactly is an apology letter?<\/h2>\n<p>An apology letter can seem pretty self explanatory. It\u2019s a letter that offers an apology.<\/p>\n<p>But to your customers, an apology letter represents much more. Issuing one lets them know you care about them, you\u2019re reaching out to them to fix your mistake, and you\u2019re ensuring the mistake doesn\u2019t happen again.<\/p>\n<p>There are many different forms a letter of apology for a customer can take. It might not even be a letter, but instead be an apology email to clients, a message relayed through a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/how-does-a-virtual-phone-call-work.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">virtual call<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/video-call.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">video call<\/a>, or a statement posted to a website.<\/p>\n<p>The length of the letter and how it\u2019s distributed usually depends on the severity of the issue\u2014but we\u2019ll get into this a little more later.<\/p>\n<p>The most important thing an apology letter should do is create a connection with your customer. It might be distributed en masse, but when your customer reads it, it should feel personalized\u2014like it was written just for them.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can do that.<\/p>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe\" id=\"new-rc-subscribe\"  style=\"background-image:url('\/us\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/ringcentral\/assets\/images\/temp\/subscribe.png')\">\n\t\t<button class=\"close js-popup-close\"><svg class=\"icon_close_mobile\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\"><use xlink:href=\"#icon_close_mobile\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__wrapper_text\">\n<h3 class=\"rc-subscribe__title h2\">Stay informed with RingCentral<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rc-subscribe__subtitle\">Subscribe to our emails for the latest blogs, events, and exclusive content on AI-powered communication solutions. 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They don\u2019t necessarily come naturally, especially when someone doesn\u2019t admit they\u2019ve done anything wrong.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s when we end up getting half-apologies like, \u201cI\u2019m sorry if your feelings were hurt,\u201d or \u201cI\u2019m sorry, but you don\u2019t understand.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Although these apologies might technically say you\u2019re sorry, they don\u2019t feel genuine. They can actually feel belittling or dismissive\u2014which could push upset customers even further away. If you didn\u2019t get a lot of negative backlash from your first mistake, a careless half-apology can grab even more negative attention.<\/p>\n<p>Think back to the world-famous Peloton ad released during the holiday season where a wife was gifted one of their trendy spin bikes from her husband. The ad was ridiculed for featuring an already fit woman on her journey to fitness.<\/p>\n<p>But the real backlash came from Peloton\u2019s apology. Rather than accepting the issues some audience members took with the commercial, a company spokesperson <a href=\"https:\/\/www.inc.com\/jason-aten\/pelotons-latest-ad-was-bad-but-its-response-to-criticism-was-far-worse.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">said they were<\/a> \u201cdisappointed in how some have misinterpreted the commercial.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Needless to say, people weren\u2019t too happy with that apology. It puts the blame on them for not \u201cgetting it\u201d instead of acknowledging where the company might have slipped up, even if the brand itself doesn\u2019t feel like they did anything wrong.<\/p>\n<p>So, what is the right way to apologize? Let\u2019s work through some steps.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><a id=\"writing-customer-apology-letters\"><\/a>How to write and share a good apology letter in 5 steps<\/h2>\n<p>It can take some practice to write a good apology letter, but here are five steps to follow to get you started:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">1. Give yourself a moment to collect your thoughts<\/h3>\n<p>When a mistake happens or a customer expresses their unhappiness, you might feel pressure to react quickly. You want to defend yourself or start apologizing profusely to start setting the record straight.<\/p>\n<p>While you certainly don\u2019t want to wait too long before issuing a response, you also need to find the best route forward. Take the time to gather all the facts, and come up with a solution.<\/p>\n<p>Emotional responses, especially those that are angry, can get attention for all the wrong reasons. If you feel like you\u2019re defensive in your response, you run the risk of sounding like Peloton\u2014like you believe your customer is wrong for being upset.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">2. Look at the situation from the customer\u2019s perspective<\/h3>\n<p>Remember when you were a kid and you were asked, how would you like it if someone did that to you? Putting yourself in the other person\u2019s shoes is a great <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/empathy-exercises\/\">exercise in empathy<\/a> and can help make your apology letter stronger.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re only looking at the situation from your own perspective, it can be difficult to really understand why your customer is upset. And because you\u2019re in a position of power, you probably know more of the behind-the-scenes decisions that led to the mistake, so you might be biased to the criticism.<\/p>\n<p>Think about how you\u2019d feel if a brand you loved acted the way you did. Whether you released a tone-deaf ad or your customer service reps were unwilling to help solve a problem, put yourself in your customers\u2019 shoes for a moment.<\/p>\n<p>If it helps, make a list of all the points you\u2019d want to hear as a customer. You can then use this list when crafting your apology letter to make sure you don\u2019t leave anything out.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">3. Share what went wrong\u2014but don\u2019t make excuses<\/h3>\n<p>There can be a fine line between explaining what went wrong and making an excuse. While your customers probably want to know the series of events that led to the mistake, they don\u2019t need to hear who is really to blame and why it\u2019s not actually your fault.<\/p>\n<p>You might not like sharing the real explanation of what happened with your customers, but they\u2019ll appreciate it if you do.<\/p>\n<p>Keep your explanation brief and to the point. Don\u2019t share more than you need to, but be sure you\u2019re sharing enough information, so it doesn\u2019t seem like you\u2019re trying to hide something. At this stage, your goal is to rebuild trust with your audience, so try to be as transparent as possible.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">4. Offer a solution<\/h3>\n<p>Your customers want to know you\u2019ve heard their complaints, you understand where they\u2019re coming from, and you\u2019re working to resolve the issue.<\/p>\n<p>If your mistake costs your customers money or time, offer to repay them or provide a discount for their next purchase. Even if you\u2019re unable to give them their time back, you can give a good-faith effort at compensating them for the time they wasted.<\/p>\n<p>Do your best to make amends. If the mistake happened as a result of a larger issue, let your audience know what you\u2019re doing to fix the problem and ensure it doesn\u2019t happen again.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">5. Share your letter with the right person (or people)<\/h3>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve put in the effort to write a strong apology letter, you want to make sure it gets in front of the right audience.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re dealing with small, relatively routine mishaps (such as an overcharge or a delayed shipment), you can disperse these personalized apology letters one-on-one. You might even choose to relay this message when the customer reaches out for support, either over the phone or through chat.<\/p>\n<p>When this happens, it\u2019s important to have the right tools in place to make distributing or sharing an apology letter easy. This means connecting with customers in whatever way works best for them.<\/p>\n<p>For one-on-one correspondence, a comprehensive communication tool like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/ringcx\/omnichannel.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RingCX<\/a> \u2122 can make sure you\u2019re connecting with upset customers in a way that fits their needs. With the omnichannel contact center solution, if an angry customer is sending complaints by email and also furiously messaging you on X, you can combine these identities to get a full picture of the customer\u2019s grievances.<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re ready to respond with your apology letter, you can easily send it using the customer\u2019s preferred communication method\u2014maybe what the customer actually wants is a quick phone call and an email confirmation, so they know a real human acknowledges their problem.<\/p>\n<p>There are some instances where you might need to share your apology letter publicly. After a big mishap\u2014one that goes viral on social media or catches media attention\u2014you\u2019ll likely need to find ways to disperse your message to as many people as possible, as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n<p>For these times, social media, press releases, or statements sent through email can all be a great way to get your apology letter out en masse.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><a id=\"customer-apology-letter-examples\"><\/a>4 Types of apology letters (with examples)<\/h2>\n<p>Need some inspiration to get your apology letter started? Here are five different kinds of apology letters and samples of each from other brands.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">1. Apology letter to a customer for a mistake<\/h3>\n<p>Mistakes encompass a pretty wide range of things, from sending a customer the wrong item to running out of your top-selling item because of a supply-chain error\u2014like what once happened to KFC restaurants in the UK.<\/p>\n<p>After running out of chicken\u2014the staple for the fast-food restaurant\u2014roughly 900 locations were forced to close temporarily. To apologize, the brand issued an apology on digital media channels and in some newspapers and magazines.<\/p>\n<p>KFC owned up to their mistake while still having a bit of fun with it. At the end of the day, their mishap caused some disruption for customers, but the mild annoyance of not getting your favorite fried chicken can be forgiven pretty easily.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to take away:<\/strong> Don\u2019t be afraid to laugh at yourself. If the mistake is relatively minor and you think your audience isn\u2019t too upset, have fun with your apology\u2014but make sure to read the room. You don\u2019t want to come across as insensitive.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">2. How to apologize to a customer for a delay<\/h3>\n<p>As consumers, we\u2019ve grown used to getting deliveries and packages just a couple of days after ordering\u2014at worst. When items don\u2019t go out on time, it\u2019s normal to start to wonder where your package is.<\/p>\n<p>Anti Social Social Club, a streetwear clothing label, was experiencing serious delays in items, frustrating customers so much that over 5,000 upset customers signed a petition urging the Federal Trade Commission to take legal action against the brand.<\/p>\n<p>The company issued an apology in response:<\/p>\n<p>Although we don\u2019t recommend waiting for potential federal interference before issuing your apology, ASSC does a good job of explaining their problem, apologizing for the inconvenience and letting customers know they\u2019re aware of the issue. It\u2019s also a good example of how to end an apology letter\u2014by thanking customers for their support.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to take away:<\/strong> ASSC\u2019s apology letter is short and to the point. It provides some context to the problem without making excuses and lets customers know what they\u2019ve done to solve the problem and prevent the issue from occurring again.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">3. Apologizing to a customer for poor service<\/h3>\n<p>When it comes to \u201cpoor service,\u201d there\u2019s needing to wait another 20 minutes for your takeout order to be ready, and then there\u2019s the world-famous case of the United Airlines traveler being forcibly removed from a flight back in 2017\u2014something that people still remember to this day.<\/p>\n<p>After a video of a man being dragged off a plane went viral on social media and news outlets, travelers who experienced the incident firsthand and those who just watched over the internet were both rightfully outraged. The United CEO sent a formal apology letter in an attempt to make amends:<\/p>\n<p>While an apology is only step one in rebuilding customer trust after a situation like this, the letter establishes expectations for the company going forward. Beyond just saying they\u2019re sorry, they continue to take accountability by promising to hold internal reviews and audits to improve their procedures.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to take away:<\/strong> While hopefully your poor <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/customer-service-customer-experience\/\">customer experience<\/a> isn\u2019t quite as severe as in United\u2019s case, you can still learn a lot from the CEO\u2019s letter. Show empathy and understanding when connecting with your audience, and recognize when things can\u2019t be fixed with just an \u201cI\u2019m sorry.\u201d<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">4. Writing an apology letter to a customer for an overcharge<\/h3>\n<p>We rely on technology a lot for managing purchases and transactions. While it does the trick most of the time, sometimes an error can cause customers to be overcharged for their purchases. Whole Foods experienced a mistake like this in 2015 when prepackaged foods had mislabeled weights, causing customers to pay too much for the items they were buying.<\/p>\n<p>In response, co-CEOs John Mackey and Walter Robb issued <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=UWUn2LYSb6g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">an apology video<\/a> explaining what happened and what steps they were taking to ensure customers are charged properly going forward.<\/p>\n<p>In the video, Robb outright admits that they made mistakes. They don\u2019t try to dance around the subject or pretend that the error wasn\u2019t that big of a deal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to take away:<\/strong> Video can be a great way to share your apology, especially if you\u2019re trying to connect with a large number of customers at once. The personal touch that can come in when talking on video, including the ability to share emotion, can help you share emotion and create a stronger connection with your audience.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><a id=\"customer-apology-letter-templates\"><\/a>4 templates to write apology letters to customers<\/h2>\n<p>Having a template can help you create business apology letters quickly and easily, ensuring your entire team is using the same messaging when resolving issues with customers.<\/p>\n<p>To help you get started creating an apology letter to a customer that helps rebuild trust and repair <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringcentral.com\/us\/en\/blog\/customer-relations\/\">customer relations<\/a>, here are four templates for the kind of apologies mentioned above:<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">Apology letter template for a general mistake<\/h3>\n<p>Just like KFC, if a mistake impacts your customers en masse, you may need to widely share a more general apology letter. Here\u2019s a template to get you started:<\/p>\n<p>Dear <strong>[Customer Name\/Valued Customers, etc.]<\/strong> ,<\/p>\n<p>We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience you may have experienced due to <strong>[issue]<\/strong> . At <strong>[Your Company Name]<\/strong> , we prioritize customer satisfaction and anything less than ensuring you are completely happy is not acceptable.<\/p>\n<p>This issue occurred due to <strong>[reasoning (miscommunication, faulty technology, etc.)]<\/strong> , and to ensure it doesn\u2019t happen again, we are taking the following steps to improve <strong>[list of changes being made (training sessions, new systems and processes, etc.)]<\/strong> .<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re also going to provide you with <strong>[offer]<\/strong> . We hope this can make up for our oversight.<\/p>\n<p>We value you as a customer and thank you for trusting us with your business. If there is anything we can do to further remedy this situation, please let us know.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you,<br \/>\n<strong>[Company Rep\u2019s name]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>While this is a great place to start, be sure to make the message your own. Stay true to your voice (like we saw in the example from KFC) and offer resolutions that you believe will fit well with your audience. Knowing what your customer expectations and needs may be after a mistake happens can help you get back on their good side.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">Apology letter template in event of delayed deliveries<\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes things don\u2019t go to plan and deliveries get delayed. It might not be something you can control\u2014a freak weather event, a supply issue, or even a volcano\u2014but your customers will have the same high expectations of you and will be disappointed.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s a template to help you set things right:<\/p>\n<p>Dear <strong>[Customer Name\/Valued Customers, etc.]<\/strong> ,<\/p>\n<p>We sincerely apologize for the recent delays in delivering your order(s). We understand that timely delivery is crucial to your experience with our company, and we deeply regret that we have not met your expectations in this instance.<\/p>\n<p>The delays were caused by <strong>[briefly explain the cause (unforeseen supply chain disruptions, unexpected high demand, etc.)]<\/strong> , which were beyond our immediate control. However, we take full responsibility for the inconvenience this has caused you and are taking steps to ensure that such delays do not happen in the future.<\/p>\n<p>We would like to offer <strong>[a discount on your next purchase\/free shipping\/a small gift\/etc.]<\/strong> . We hope this gesture will make up for the inconvenience and demonstrate our commitment to providing you with the best service possible.<\/p>\n<p>Your satisfaction is our top priority. Please contact us at <strong>[customer service contact information]<\/strong> if you have any further questions or concerns.<\/p>\n<p>Thank you,<br \/>\n<strong>[Company Rep\u2019s name]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This template is just a starting point\u2014you can make changes and additions to reflect the issue and to match your brand voice.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">Apology letter template if you\u2019ve delivered poor customer service<\/h3>\n<p>Sometimes a mea culpa is your only option. If you want customers to forgive you when your customer service wasn\u2019t up-to-scratch \u2014 maybe a customer has had a poor experience with your contact center for example \u2014 try the following template:<\/p>\n<p>Dear <strong>[Customer Name\/Valued Customers, etc.]<\/strong> ,<\/p>\n<p>We sincerely apologize for the poor customer service you recently experienced with our company. We\u2019re sorry for any frustration or inconvenience this may have caused.<\/p>\n<p>At <strong>[Company Name]<\/strong> , we pride ourselves on providing excellent customer service, and it\u2019s clear that we fell short in your case. We\u2019re currently reviewing what went wrong and are implementing measures to ensure it doesn\u2019t happen again.<\/p>\n<p>To make amends, we would like to offer <strong>[a discount on your next purchase\/a complimentary service\/a small gift\/etc.]<\/strong> as a token of our appreciation for your patience and understanding.<\/p>\n<p>If there\u2019s anything else we can do to address your concerns or if you would like to discuss this matter further, please contact our customer service team at <strong>[customer service contact information]<\/strong> .<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for bringing this to our attention and for giving us the opportunity to make things right.<\/p>\n<p>Sincerely,<br \/>\n<strong>[Company Rep\u2019s name]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t forget to add the personal touches that give your company its unique voice.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">Apology letter template if you\u2019ve overcharged (or otherwise cost customers money)<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s no small thing if you\u2019ve overcharged customers or otherwise cost them money. Getting their trust back could be tough, but this apology letter template gives you a place to start:<\/p>\n<p>Dear <strong>[Customer Name\/Valued Customers, etc.]<\/strong> ,<\/p>\n<p>We sincerely apologize for the error in billing on your recent purchase with <strong>[Company Name]<\/strong> . It has come to our attention that you were overcharged, and we deeply regret the inconvenience and frustration this may have caused.<\/p>\n<p>Upon reviewing your account, we identified that the overcharge was due to <strong>[briefly explain the cause (a system error, a manual entry mistake, etc.)]<\/strong> . We have taken immediate steps to correct this error and prevent it from happening again in the future.<\/p>\n<p>We have already processed a refund of the overcharged amount to your original payment method. You should see this reflected in your account within <strong>[number]<\/strong> days. Additionally, as a gesture of goodwill and to show our appreciation for your understanding, we would like to offer you <strong>[a discount on your next purchase\/a complimentary service\/a small gift\/etc.]<\/strong> .<\/p>\n<p>Your satisfaction is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring that your experience with <strong>[Company Name]<\/strong> is nothing short of excellent. If you have any further questions or concerns, please contact our customer service team at <strong>[customer service contact information]<\/strong> .<\/p>\n<p>Thank you for your patience and understanding, and we apologize again for any inconvenience this may have caused.<\/p>\n<p><strong>[Company Rep\u2019s name]<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You can amend this template to use for other occasions when a customer has paid too much\u2014just make changes where you need to.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><a id=\"professional-customer-apology-strategy\"><\/a>Writing professional apology letters to customers doesn\u2019t need to be hard<\/h2>\n<p>Apologizing is a skill that takes a lot of practice, but luckily, the more you do it, the more natural it becomes.<\/p>\n<p>While we always want to ensure we\u2019re preventing making mistakes as much as possible, knowing what to do or say when something inevitably goes wrong can make the situation seem a lot less overwhelming.<\/p>\n<p>Hopefully, with the help of our apology letter examples and templates you\u2019ll be able to mitigate any mistakes you make.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading h2\"><a id=\"faq-customer-apology-letters\"><\/a>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">What is the best way to start a letter to a customer apologizing for a mistake?<\/h3>\n<p>Start with a direct and sincere acknowledgment of the issue. No preamble, no hedging. For example: <em>&#8220;Dear [Customer&#8217;s Name], I want to sincerely apologize for [specific issue] and the inconvenience it caused you.&#8221;<\/em> This opening immediately signals accountability and sets the tone for a genuine expression of regret rather than a defensive explanation. Avoid non-apologies like &#8220;we&#8217;re sorry you feel that way,&#8221; which tend to frustrate customers further and erode trust before you&#8217;ve had a chance to rebuild it.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">Is it acceptable to use email to apologize to a customer?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Email is an appropriate and often preferred channel for a customer apology letter, particularly for individual issues like a billing error, a delayed delivery, or a poor customer service experience. It allows for timely communication, creates a written record, and can be personalized at scale. For more serious situations such as a data breach, a security breach, or a service outage affecting many customers, a broader and more formal response via email blast, press release, or public statement may be warranted alongside individual outreach.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"heading h3\">How do you write an apology letter for a defective product or billing error?<\/h3>\n<p>For a defective product or billing error, your apology letter should do four things: acknowledge the specific problem clearly, explain what caused it without making excuses, outline what you&#8217;re doing to fix it, and offer appropriate restitution such as a replacement, refund, or credit. Transparency matters here. Customers are more forgiving when they understand what went wrong and can see that you&#8217;re taking concrete steps to prevent it from happening again. 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