Many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) extend credit to customers as part of their growth strategy. Offering credit makes products or services more accessible, strengthens client relationships, and provides a competitive advantage in crowded markets. However, while these advantages can help drive sales, they also come with added responsibility. Proper…
Effective credit control is more than just monitoring accounts. It requires a deliberate strategy to protect revenue, maintain cash flow stability, and support sustainable business operations. Poor management of customer credit can lead to payment delays or defaults, which disrupt operations and strain business relationships. Businesses that take proactive credit…
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…
A steady cash flow is a key factor for sustained business growth, ensuring that Australian businesses have the funds for day-to-day expenses. However, certain disruptions, such as unpaid debt from consumers and other firms, can affect stability and cause a financial decline, making it challenging for a company to pay…