We reconcile opening cash, distinguish committed receipts from pipeline and schedule the payments that matter. For near-term liquidity we can use weekly dates. For annual planning we focus on monthly capacity, margins and working capital. The forecast records the owner and evidence behind each major input.
A practical example
An invoice slipping by three weeks may leave quarterly sales intact but put a supplier deposit ahead of cash collection. We compare revised payment timing with alternatives such as a staged order or a smaller initial commitment.
How often should the forecast change?
Review the short-term forecast when a significant receipt or payment date changes. Longer-range assumptions can follow the management reporting cycle unless an investment decision brings the date forward.
Working with us online
Tell us your timetable and the information you already have. We agree the deliverables and arrange remote document exchange and a review call.
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