The phrase "collection process" refers to the steps taken to gather or collect things. It can be used to describe the method or procedure followed to acquire or assemble a group of items. Full definition
Identify assessments and data collection processes currently in place that can be used to measure progress. (creatingtraumasensitiveschools.org)
They don't want you to do anything because it will be a very easy collection process for them. (canadiancapitalist.com)
If the debt collection process goes in the typical fashion, your bill will be turned over to a collector after several months of delinquency. (debt.org)