Employing remote workers presents additional challenges related to financial controls.
Managers and employees may not believe they are at risk but studies by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners show companies with fewer than 100 employees are more likely to lose money to fraud.
Leaders need to demonstrate the importance of improving financial security and minimising risk. Here are measures they can take.
Read MoreTopics: remote, Accountability, Employment
One expense that can grow out of control in many businesses is Information Technology (IT). Tweaking investment in IT increases performance and profitability and sometimes major cutbacks are necessary. Either way, it’s best to be systematic. Here are some ways to economise on IT spending.
Read MoreTopics: Business Planning, technology, Efficiency
All businesses should review their expenses periodically.
Prudent expense management helps ensure that valuable cash resources are used wisely. And sometimes, a business may NEED TO reduce expenses as a matter of survival.
No matter what the circumstances, here are some Best Practices in reviewing and managing expenses.
Topics: Business Evaluation, Business Improvement, Wealth creation
An important responsibility of leaders is figuring out how to fund business operations and growth plans.
In the best case, a business will generate enough cash for operations, growth, and shareholder dividends. However, in many cases, leaders need to borrow money for growth and, in tough times, even the operations of their businesses.
Read MoreTopics: Business Improvement, Business Planning, Debt Management, Expenses
Key Performance Indicators (KPI‘s) are important management tools and we encourage business leaders to use KPI’s in their businesses.
A KPI is quantifiable measurement or metric which helps track the progress towards business goals. Leaders use KPI’s to make better, data-driven decisions. They also guide behavior, productivity and decision-making, while providing transparency and accountability.
Read MoreTopics: Business Improvement, Business Planning, Accountability