A strong start with Order & Credit
The Order-to-Cash process forms the backbone of a healthy cash flow.Yet in practice, we see many companies struggling with inefficiencies, errors, and delays in this process. Every step, from placing an order to the final payment, influences the speed and stability of the cash flow. Missteps in one phase can trigger a chain reaction, leading […]
Never Overdue. – Podcast #25
High performance & entrepreneurship: what business can learn from wingsuit pioneer Cedric Dumont In the latest episode of the Never Overdue Podcast, Jean-Paul Van Damme (AAA) talks with Cedric Dumont, a pioneer in base jumping and wingsuit flying, entrepreneur, and performance psychologist. What initially seems like a conversation about extreme sports evolves into a powerful […]
Payback < 1 Month
The DGT challenge: why a high DSO is dangerous Growth is rarely the problem. Cash flow is. For many companies, the risk lies not in sales or margins, but in invoices that are paid too late. At dgtgroup this led to three concrete concerns: The DGT solution: AAA’s power of combination What dgtgroup needed most […]
Never Overdue. – Podcast #24
Entrepreneurship in uncertain times: why optimism is a choice In this episode of Never Overdue, Jean-Paul Van Damme (AAA) talks with Peter De Keyzer: economist, entrepreneur, author, and founder of strategic communications agency Growth Inc. What follows is not a classic economic discourse, but an in-depth conversation about entrepreneurship, resilience, and why economic models often […]
Never Overdue. – Podcast #23
Entrepreneurship on a global scale, with humanity as a compass In this episode of the Never Overdue Podcast, Jean-Paul Van Damme talks with Frank Van den Steen, Country Manager Benelux at MSC Cruises. What at first glance seems like a story about cruises and holidays quickly turns into an in-depth conversation about scale, cash flow, […]
Never Overdue. – Podcast #22
Faster intervention, fewer losses: the indispensable role of the judicial officer In this episode, Jan Wouters, a judicial officer since 2003 and co-founder of Relias, reveals what really happens behind the scenes in his profession. From seizing seagoing vessels to supporting people in debt and entrepreneurs with cash flow problems: his story demonstrates a surprisingly […]
From numbers to talent – How to make feedback a success
Many organizations still view the annual performance review as a mandatory moment to assess performance and record areas for improvement. But what if we approached it differently? What if we centered on talents and ambitions instead of just looking back? In this article, we share a different perspective on the ideal performance review and offer […]
Never Overdue. – Podcast #21
How an icon stays afloat: cash flow discipline and strategic choices at Het Witte Paard When you say Het Witte Paard, you think of glitter, entertainment, and coastal nostalgia. But behind those spotlights lies an entrepreneurial story that offers surprising insights into cash flow management, risk management, and growth. In episode 21 of Never Overdue, […]
5 tips for drafting a financial business plan
Pauline, Operations and Business Development Manager, shares five essential tips for drafting a financial business plan that steers your organization toward financial stability and growth. With a focus on clear financial analyses, setting measurable goals, effective risk management, and monitoring KPIs, Pauline offers practical tools to build a strategic financial plan that creates value and […]
The payment phase: the stress test for your cash flow
After placing the order and sending the invoice comes the moment of truth: the payment. It seems like a straightforward step, but in practice, it is often the most vulnerable part of the Order-to-Cash process. This is the phase where administrative errors, unclear agreements, or financial difficulties suddenly become visible, and where cash flow problems […]