NEWSLETTER: YEAR END PREP (DEC 2025)


If you’ve always thought your business forecast and your business budget are one in the same, we have good news: You’re not alone. Whether your business is big or small, it’s important to have an accurate forecast and budget. That’s because both of them work together, helping you reach your ultimate goal—financial prosperity. But while…
One of the hardest things to do in small business is getting that first loan. Due to recent ups and downs with both Wall Street and Main Street, lenders can be skittish when it comes to lending capital to businesses for the first time. While it’s easy to demonize banks, small businesses and the financial…
As a small business owner or financial manager, optimizing your accounts payable (AP) process is crucial for maintaining healthy cash flow and strong vendor relationships. Let’s explore key strategies to enhance your AP management, focusing on fraud prevention, optimized timing, and cost reduction. The Foundation of Effective AP Management Centralized Invoice Processing Implement a centralized…
In today’s fast-paced business environment, traditional forecasting methods often fall short. Relying solely on historical data doesn’t account for rapid market changes, evolving consumer behavior, or unexpected disruptions. This is where Driver-Based Forecasting (DBF) emerges as a game-changer, empowering organizations to make smarter, data-driven decisions. What is Driver-Based Forecasting? Driver-Based Forecasting focuses on identifying and…
As a small business owner, you wear many hats. From managing daily operations to crafting marketing strategies, your to-do list is never short. Amidst all these responsibilities, there’s one crucial aspect of your business that you shouldn’t overlook: profit margin. Understanding and monitoring your profit margin can be the key to unlocking greater financial success…