How cash moves
A new route can increase revenue and immediate fuel, vehicle and staffing costs at the same time. Repairs can interrupt income without reducing finance repayments.
A practical situation
A carrier takes on a distribution contract and needs another truck while invoices will be paid after delivery.
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Common funding needs
- Fleet purchase
- Contract mobilisation
- Fuel and wage gaps
- Depot expansion
Questions to prepare
- How concentrated is revenue in a few contracts?
- What are vehicle age, utilisation and maintenance records?
- How quickly do customers pay accepted invoices?