{"id":7997,"date":"2024-04-16T11:37:22","date_gmt":"2024-04-16T09:37:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/ressources\/mode-emploi-suivi-tresorerie-efficace\/"},"modified":"2025-09-17T09:19:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T07:19:05","slug":"how-to-manage-your-business-cash-flow-best-practices","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/en\/ressources\/how-to-manage-your-business-cash-flow-best-practices\/","title":{"rendered":"How to manage your business cash flow : best practices"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-padding-bottom:60px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-background-color:#f4f4f4;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_2_5 2_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:40%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:4.8%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:4.8%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\" data-scroll-devices=\"small-visibility,medium-visibility,large-visibility\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-mask-url: url(https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/fusion-builder\/\/assets\/images\/masks\/mask-10.svg);--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none has-mask\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"543\" height=\"543\" alt=\"Mini Vignette Article Suivi tr\u00e9sorerie\" title=\"Vignette Article Communiqu\u00e9 Presse (13) &#8211; Copie\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Vignette-Article-Communique-Presse-13-Copie.png\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-7071\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Vignette-Article-Communique-Presse-13-Copie-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Vignette-Article-Communique-Presse-13-Copie-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Vignette-Article-Communique-Presse-13-Copie.png 543w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 543px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_3_5 3_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:60%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.2%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.2%;--awb-width-medium:60%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.2%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.2%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\n{\n\n\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\n\"@type\": \"BlogPosting\",\n\n\"mainEntityOfPage\": {\n\n\"@type\": \"WebPage\",\n\n\"@id\": \"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/en\/ressources\/how-to-manage-your-business-cash-flow-best-practices\/\",\n\n\"reviewedBy\": {\n\n\"@type\": \"Person\",\n\n\"name\": \"Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric Saunier\",\n\n\"description\": \"With over 25 years of expertise in financial services, Fr\u00e9d\u00e9ric Saunier advises Diapason\u2019s clients on the digitalization of their financial departments. 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It comprises several indicators that help monitor the company&#8217;s activities and financial health. Proper cash flow management requires a good understanding of cash flow fundamental.\u00a0 Discover our best practices in this guide.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-default fusion-button-default button-1 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/lp.mydiapason.com\/en\/demo-cash-management-software\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Request a demo<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_hover_color: var(--awb-color5);--link_color: var(--awb-color5);--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-2 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Definition of Cash Flow Management<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:100px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#051e5a;border-color:#051e5a;border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><b>Managing cash flow<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> encompasses all procedures for tracking, controlling and analyzing a company&#8217;s cash movements, including inflows and outflows. The challenge for all businesses is to balance the money spent against the money earned Effective cash flow management provides a clear understanding of a company\u2019s financial situation. This allows financial directors and treasurers to manage potential risks better, often using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/en\/ressources\/treasury-management-software\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">treasury management software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A company&#8217;s cash flow is defined by the liquid resources immediately available. The cash balance fluctuates between deficit and surplus depending on the cash inflows and outflows.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_hover_color: var(--awb-color5);--link_color: var(--awb-color5);--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-3 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Why is Cash Flow Management Essential for a Business?<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good cash flow tracking allows businesses to anticipate liquidity needs, such as those caused by payment defaults. By maintaining an overview of your <\/span><b>cash position<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can respond to unforeseen situations and minimize cash flow risks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Business owners calculate their payroll costs and other expenses, consider the amount and timing of invoices and bills that need to be paid, and forecast their earnings expectations for the next three months, six months, and a year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Implementing a <\/span><b>cash flow statement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> maximizes your opportunities. If your revenue covers your total expenses during a specific period, you have reached the break-even point with your cash flow.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Effective financial flow management enables informed strategic decisions and the reallocation of cash surpluses to strategic investments or placements for business growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_hover_color: var(--awb-color5);--link_color: var(--awb-color5);--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-4 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Step-by-Step Guide to Manage Cash Flow<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:100px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#051e5a;border-color:#051e5a;border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating a successful cash flow tracking involves three steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Define the categories of cash inflows and outflows<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Develop cash flow forecasts<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Record actual cash flows<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h3><strong>Define the categories of cash inflows and outflows<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first step is to identify the different categories of cash inflows and outflows. Common cash inflows include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loans from financial institutions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public aids and subsidies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Client invoicing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personal contributions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Investor contributions<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cash outflows cover various expenses such as:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loan repayments<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taxes and levies (CFE, VAT, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Operating expenses (energy, telephony, IT, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rent<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personnel costs (salaries, bonuses)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suppliers and service providers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each inflow and outflow is categorized for easy identification, offering a clearer understanding of cash movements. Precisely identifying all categories of <\/span><b>cash receipts and payments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is crucial to avoid unforeseen events.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h3><strong>Develop cash flow forecasts<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second step involves creating <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/en\/ressources\/managing-cash-flow-forecasts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cash flow forecasts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Your tracking plan should include anticipated cash inflows and outflows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forecasting cash inflows helps set sales targets, using previous years&#8217; revenue as valuable indicators. Cash inflows include customer invoices that need to be tracked for timely payment follow-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cash outflow forecasting requires more precision. All cash outflows should be based on monthly and yearly historical data. Predictable expenses include rent, taxes, and loan repayments.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other expenses can be variable, such as payroll, energy bills, maintenance costs, and raw material purchases. From an accounting perspective, projections can be relatively accurate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h3><strong>Move from forecast to actual<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is essential to track forecasts. Record actual cash inflows and outflows in your cash flow tracking dashboard, specifying categories, amounts, and transaction dates. Include outstanding invoices with due dates for easier tracking. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/en\/mydiapason-payment\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automating payment flows<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can simplify this process.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These three steps help anticipate the <\/span><b>evolution of your company&#8217;s cash flow<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> over several weeks or even months. Accurate accounting requires instant corrections to cash inflows and outflows for the best short-term cash flow visibility.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_hover_color: var(--awb-color5);--link_color: var(--awb-color5);--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-5 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Key Indicators for Cash Flow Tracking in Accounting<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:100px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#051e5a;border-color:#051e5a;border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To achieve accurate and straightforward cash flow tracking, certain accounting indicators must be considered.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><h3><strong>Available cash<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available cash defines the liquid funds accessible to the company for optimal operation during its financial period.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Net cash burn rate<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Net cash burn rate measures the difference between cash inflows and outflows over a monthly period, providing a precise cash flow status.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Working capital requirement (WCR)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working capital requirement (WCR) is the total amount needed to finance the company&#8217;s operating cycle. It accounts for the cash flow delays due to customer payment terms and determines the minimum amount required during the operating cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Accounts receivable and customer payment terms<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accounts receivable represent the amounts customers owe, while customer payment terms indicate the average days between a sale and customer payment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Accounts payable and Supplier payment terms<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accounts payable (AP) refer to the money owed to suppliers and service providers, linked to the payment terms specified on invoices.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Financing costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Financing costs encompass all financing operations, including billing fees, collection fees, overdraft charges, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_hover_color: var(--awb-color5);--link_color: var(--awb-color5);--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-6 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>4 Ways to Improve Your Cash Flow:<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:100px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#051e5a;border-color:#051e5a;border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><h3><strong>Optimize your accounts receivable:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speeding up the collection of receivables can significantly improve your cash flow. Implementing strategies such as offering early payment discounts, following up promptly on overdue invoices, and tightening credit terms for new customers can help ensure quicker payments. Additionally, using invoicing software can automate reminders and make it easier for customers to pay on time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Manage your accounts payable efficiently:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extend your payment terms with suppliers where possible without harming your relationships. This means negotiating longer payment terms to hold onto your cash longer. However, take advantage of any early payment discounts offered by suppliers if they are more beneficial than holding onto the cash. A well-managed accounts payable process helps you maintain good relationships with suppliers and can lead to better terms in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Monitor and control your expenses:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regularly review your expenses to identify areas where you can cut costs without compromising the quality of your products or services. This includes renegotiating contracts with suppliers, reducing unnecessary overhead costs, and implementing more efficient operational processes. Keep a close eye on your cash flow statement. Adjusting your budget as needed can prevent cash flow problems before they arise?.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Build a cash reserve:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting aside a portion of your profits as a cash reserve can provide a buffer during lean periods or emergencies. This reserve can help you cover unexpected expenses or take advantage of new opportunities without disrupting your regular cash flow. Aim to save a percentage of your monthly profits until you have enough to cover at least three to six months of operating expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--link_hover_color: var(--awb-color5);--link_color: var(--awb-color5);--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:60px;--awb-margin-top:0px;--awb-margin-bottom:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-7 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\"><strong>Tools for Effective Cash Flow Tracking<\/strong><\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: flex-start;margin-right:auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:40px;width:100%;max-width:100px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:#051e5a;border-color:#051e5a;border-top-width:3px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up a tracking dashboard requires efficient tools. Depending on your needs, various solutions are available to assist you daily.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><h3><strong>Spreadsheet software (Excel or Sheets)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spreadsheet software effectively records different <\/span><b>cash flows<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with high precision. However, creating customized tracking models requires strong <\/span><b>financial modeling<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> skills. Training is available to gain proficiency in spreadsheet use, but this method remains time-consuming and prone to errors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Cash flow management software<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, companies can use <\/span><b>cash flow management software<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Businesses have two architecture options for their <\/span><b>Treasury Management System (TMS<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">): On-Premise or SaaS (Software as a Service). On-Premise TMS is installed on the company\u2019s servers, while SaaS TMS is online, accessible from any browser and computer, and shareable among multiple users.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Cash flow software<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offers several advantages:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A comprehensive view of all cash flows<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anticipation of financing needs and management of market and credit risks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Secure payment processes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automated reporting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Real-time cash flow status<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/en\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cash flow management software<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> automates the treasurer\u2019s daily tasks, allowing them to focus on other operational priorities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regular cash flow tracking provides a clear view of your short-term revenues and expenses, helping measure company performance and create action plans to maintain financial health.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-8 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start 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Marketing Manager<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\" style=\"--awb-text-transform:none;--awb-text-color:var(--awb-color1);\"><p>Val\u00e9rie is the Field Marketing Manager of Diapason, the solution that streamlines corporate treasury management. She crafts press releases, in-depth articles, and timely pieces on topics related to the treasurer\u2019s profession. Her goal is to provide treasurers with useful and practical information to optimize their treasury management.<\/p>\n<\/div><div ><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat button-large button-custom fusion-button-default button-2 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" style=\"--button_accent_color:#ffffff;--button_accent_hover_color:var(--awb-color8);--button_border_hover_color:var(--awb-color8);--button_border_width-top:0;--button_border_width-right:0;--button_border_width-bottom:0;--button_border_width-left:0;--button_gradient_top_color:#f20f4b;--button_gradient_bottom_color:#f20f4b;--button_gradient_top_color_hover:var(--awb-color1);--button_gradient_bottom_color_hover:var(--awb-color1);\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/en\/valerie-lafaury\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text awb-button__text awb-button__text--default\">Learn more about the author<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-10 fusion_builder_column_1_4 1_4 fusion-flex-column fusion-no-small-visibility\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:25%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:7.68%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:7.68%;--awb-width-medium:25%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:7.68%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:7.68%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"text-align:center;--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\" style=\"border:10px solid var(--awb-color1);\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" alt=\"Valerie Lafaury\" title=\"Valerie-Lafaury\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Valerie-Lafaury-300x300.jpg\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-6694\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Valerie-Lafaury-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Valerie-Lafaury-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.mydiapason.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Valerie-Lafaury.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cash flow monitoring is a requirement for all companies. 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