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It's Time for a Layered Approach to Collections

Your Virtual Credit Manager

The evolution of Accounts Receivables (AR) automation has revolutionized our collection strategies. Manual collection processes centered on an aged accounts receivable trial balance (ARTB) lack the regimentation and efficiency brought about by automation. it just might help them pay you sooner! What do you need help with?

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AR Data Management, AR Automation, & Accelerating Cash Flow

Your Virtual Credit Manager

Over time, AR Ledgers unfortunately tend to collect “Clutter.” Clutter can also cause new orders to be placed on a credit hold when it otherwise would have been automatically released. Share How to Clean Up Your AR Ledger Launch a collection program to collect all past due invoices at least 15 days late.

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A Complete Guide to Average Collection Period Formula with Example

Emagia

The average collection period is an important accounting metric that evaluates a company’s ability to manage its accounts receivable (AR) effectively. It measures the time it takes for the business to collect payments from its clients, which reflects its cash flow effectiveness and ability to meet short-term financial obligations.

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Three More Ways to Reduce Your Outstanding Accounts Receivable

Lockstep

Still, there are some fundamental and easily-deployed tactics that are sometimes forgotten in the rigmarole of daily activities – tactics and concepts that every credit department can use to reduce outstanding receivables. . Who can increase credit limits or change credit terms? . Clearly Define Rolls.

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Rising Interest Rates’ Impact on Accounts Receivable

Lockstep

Using technology to gain efficiencies in accounts receivable is a great way to leverage your own cash over borrowing from banks when the credit lines are tightening, and interest rates are increasing. Enter AR Automation. Accounts receivable automation elevates your payments strategy and reduces DSO by 30%. Learn More.

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Why Companies Underestimate How Finance Teams Affect the Bottom Line

Gaviti

Sending off invoices, collecting payments, paying vendors and meeting payroll are common examples. Longer DSOs lead to a greater reliance on credit. With the recent hikes in interest rates, reducing credit reliance is even more important. At the same time, the worth of shaving even one day off your DSO increases.

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Three Ways to Reduce Your Outstanding Accounts Receivable

Lockstep

Still, there are some fundamental and easily-deployed tactics that are sometimes forgotten in the rigmarole of daily activities – tactics and concepts that every credit department can use to reduce outstanding receivables. . Accurate and timely information is important for internal credit and collection professionals but also for customers.