NECA Services - simPRO

70 March/April 2016 Issue 1

SOLVE YOUR CASH FLOW ISSUESBeing paid on time is always a challenge for electrical contractors. While sales and profits look great on paper, cash flow is what ultimately keeps your business ticking over and the bills paid. Being paid late or incorrectly can put a huge strain on your operations, making your job that much more stressful.

Even with a roster full of talented technicians and loyal customers, electrical businesses can find themselves spending unnecessary time chasing up late payments, searching for old invoices, and making manual adjustments.

So, if you are wondering why you are not getting anywhere but working all of your resources, then maybe it is time to revisit the way you issue invoices and follow them up.

For electrical businesses that want to get on top of their spending and invoicing, there are systems available to help solve your cash flow issues.

More effective invoicingsimPRO Service makes invoicing

and collecting payment simple. When

partnered with the out-of-office extension simPRO Connect, an invoice can be created before the technician leaves the site, allowing customers to pay for their services on the spot. This not only saves your business time but also increases the likelihood of a seamless transaction.

The simPRO Connect app, which runs on a technician’s mobile device, enables staff to finalise their job, issue an itemised invoice, and process the payment before they leave the site.

More effective paymentThis feature removes the need for

additional administration and any of the associated errors that will often appear weeks down the track, ensuring your business receives the correct payment on time. The simPRO Connect live payment option also allows you to see the cash faster.

More effective customer serviceImproved invoicing also helps to

create increased customer satisfaction. It provides greater transparency during and after the job, giving customers a clearer picture of what they are paying for, therefore building stronger client interactions.

More timeThe amount of time spent

updating and adjusting quotes, filling in timesheets, and following up unpaid invoices can be costly to an electrical service business. The extra administration often ends up diverting resources from the job, costing you and your business money.

Making it simpler for your technicians and customers through the use of the technology ensures your business is putting its time and money where it needs to be most.

Once you have a system in place to help boost your cash flow, it will not be long until you see the associated advantages. Investing into your invoicing and cash flow systems can also offer a great insight into your business, making it clear where your money is going and where it needs to be.

NECA members can sign up for a simPRO trial today and discover how their business can benefit for the power of the cloud. If you have any questions regarding the FREE NECA simPRO offer, please contact NECA NSW on02 9744 1099.

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