Why should you take a close look at Cash flow planning ? The answer is simple: a stable Cash position is the lifeline of every company. Without a sufficient Cash position , even the most profitable company is susceptible to financial bottlenecks that can jeopardize its continued existence. In this chapter, we look at the most important aspects and show you how to keep your company on track with good Cash flow planning .

Our blog series Theory: Company, goals and Cash position offers you a deeper insight into the importance of the Cash position and why it is important to make informed decisions and maintain a solid reporting system.

Ensure financial stability: The basis for your success

For the long-term success of a company, it is crucial to maintain financial financial equilibrium and solvency is solvency. Only those who remain liquid can react to sudden challenges and manage the company successfully. Securing liquidity is therefore more than just a good intention - it is a key requirement.

Cash position as the lifeline of your company

A regular review of the Cash position is essential for the continued existence of the company. Decisions on the use of the Cash position should therefore always be based on sound level of information information. Read more in our article on creating a Cash flow planto find out how you can proceed in a structured manner.

Lack of control = legal risks

An often underestimated aspect: do you neglect the monitoring of the Cash positionthere is a risk of legal consequences for managing directors and owners. Reliable monitoring of the Cash position protects you from legal stumbling blocks and helps you to manage risks proactively. You can find out more in our article Monitoring the Cash position.

Creating transparency: Why traceability is so important

Transparency is the be-all and end-all in liquidity management. Clear documentation of financial decisions makes your work comprehensible and protects you from misunderstandings and legal problems.

Delegate correctly: Transferring responsibility, but with caution

If you delegate the monitoring of the Cash position , make sure that the employee responsible is trained and has access to all the necessary information. However, the responsibility always remains with you as the managing director or owner. 

NoteEmployees who monitor the Cash position should not only understand the figures, but also have an eye on the overall picture of your company.