Monday, 2 September 2013

Time to tighten up


 

The summer holiday season is now behind us and as businesses start gearing up again, a general sense of reality will start to take its place.

The signs are that the last quarter of 2013 will be a challenging time for business as consumer’s further reign in their spending.

Without doubt now is the time to tackle potential problem areas with some effective housekeeping.

How much inventory are you carrying?

Rather than face a “fire sale” it may well be prudent to lighten up now with some innovative marketing strategies.

How is your cash position?

With the backdrop surrounding financial institutions and Governments alike, don’t expect the Banks to readily provide additional finance- it is an absolute priority to maintain positive cash-flow and this can only be achieved by keeping debtors under control.

Undoubtedly, the casualty rate will climb as we head towards the end of 2013 so make sure your business doesn’t become part of these statistics.

 

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