Stop Guessing: Start Forecasting

Date: 1 Jul 2025

Running a business based on guesswork is a gamble. You might be fine today—but what about next month?

If you don’t know what’s coming, you can’t prepare.

You can’t make informed decisions.

You can’t spot trouble early.

That’s where cash flow forecasting makes the difference. It gives you a clear view of what’s ahead—so you can plan with confidence, not hope.

Start with the basics:

Map out your expected income and expenses for the next 3–6 months
Include regular bills, one-off costs, and predicted sales
Factor in seasonality—know when things slow down or pick up
Check and update your forecast when new customers come in or projects are delayed

When you forecast regularly, you’ll make smarter choices:

Can you afford to hire someone new?
Should you hold off on a big expense?
Do you need to chase outstanding invoices now—or next week?

This is about visibility and timing. Most financial stress comes from surprises. Forecasting removes them.

How getdtp.com can help

getdtp.com links directly to your Xero account and helps your staff track payments with accuracy. It gives you real-time data to feed into your forecasts, including:

Which invoices are overdue
How much money is expected this week or next
What’s been followed up and what’s at risk of going unpaid

Your team can see what’s due, take action fast, and record every step. You don’t have to dig through emails or spreadsheets. It’s all there in one place.

With up-to-date payment data from getdtp.com, your forecasts become more accurate—and far more useful.

When’s the last time you looked six months ahead?

If you’re still guessing, now’s the time to stop.

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