We are living in dramatic times – the decision of the US FED not to raise interest rates at least until 2013 graphically illustrates the unprecedented nature of the recent global turmoil. They are in fact firing their last bullet as they try and engineer a move back into Equities in an effort to stimulate recovery and avoid the slide into recession.
From a company Manager’s perspective the recent gyrations have done little to calm nerves and now more than ever is the time for good housekeeping and firm controls. Constant monitoring of counter party risk is the order of the day combined with disciplined inventory control.
Just because a customer has always being reliable in the past is unfortunately no guide as to future performance. Look out for tell tale signs such as unusual ordering patterns, delays in payments etc.
The coming months will throw up many challenges but undoubtedly there will also be opportunities for those placed to take advantage of less efficiently organised companies. Make sure that when the dust eventually settles that your company emerges in a stronger position.
I can assist you in this objective – view my profile http://uk.linkedin.com/in/gordonblackburn
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