Aged receivables are outstanding invoices that have remained unpaid beyond their original due date. These unpaid balances are typically grouped in aging brackets—30, 60, 90, or 120+ days past due—presented in an A/R aging report. While some level of aging is inevitable in any credit-based transaction, excessive aged receivables growth…
For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), cash flow is not just a financial metric; it is the very foundation of daily operations, growth, and long-term sustainability. Yet, overdue invoices have become a critical disruptor to cash flow, posing significant challenges across nearly every business sector. Late payments are a chronic…
Late payments continue to disrupt operations for over 80% of businesses. They restrict access to working capital, delay expansion plans, and increase administrative workloads. For companies that rely on regular receivables to fund daily operations, unpaid invoices pose a serious challenge to financial stability. Implementing clear and enforceable business policies…
Business insolvencies in Australia are rising at an alarming pace, faster than most businesses are prepared to handle. In March 2025 alone, a record-breaking 1,448 companies filed for bankruptcies, followed by another 1,308 in May. These are not just numbers on paper; they signal a troubling trend that’s putting immense…
For any Australian business, maintaining strong business health is paramount. While profit and loss statements provide an overview of your overall profitability, and balance sheets reveal your assets and liabilities, these documents do not always capture the full picture of your business’s immediate cash flow and financial stability. The accounts…
Third-party liability insurance plays a critical role in protecting individuals and businesses from having to pay out of pocket when they’re legally responsible for causing harm or damage to others. In the event of an accident, the third party’s insurer is expected to cover the costs. But in many cases,…
Overdue invoices have long been a major issue for businesses across Australia. Around 74% of Aussie small enterprises experience problems with late payments, with the construction industry affected the most. Many companies are forced to handle debt recovery independently, taking precious time and resources that could’ve been otherwise spent on…
In Australia, the end of financial year (EOFY) on June 30 marks a pivotal time for businesses to finalise their financial records and lodge tax returns. It also provides companies with a valuable opportunity to assess their financial health over the past year. Businesses seeking debt collection also use this…
Late payments are one of the most persistent challenges for Australian businesses. According to industry reports, insolvencies in Australian enterprises rose by 57% over the past year due to delayed payments. Others attribute delays to invoicing errors, disputes, and unclear payment terms. But behind many of these issues lies a…
Late payments remain a systemic threat to Australian businesses, with 2024 data showing approximately 39% of enterprises facing extended payment delays. The crisis has intensified to the point where the Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman (ASBFEO) reports a 50% rise in calls from SMEs facing insolvency due to…
Australia has experienced several economic downturns in recent decades. Supply chain disruptions due to a global pandemic, combined with persistent inflation, significantly affected small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in recent years. Many businesses with unclear payment terms and weak collection efforts struggled to maintain their cash flow and ensure long-term…
Australian businesses face ongoing economic challenges shaped by years of disruption. Although the COVID-19 pandemic peaked in 2020 and 2021, its lasting effects on payment habits, consumer confidence, and financial stability are still evident across the country. Rising inflation, interest rates, and increased credit reliance add further pressure. Recent data…