How do you manage cash flow as you scale up?
Forecast cash, control inventory, and negotiate terms so growth doesn’t drain your bank account.
As you add markets or products, cash needs rise. Start with a simple forecast using past sales to estimate income and list upcoming expenses so you can spot gaps early.
Control inventory
Avoid overstocking. Focus spending on proven sellers, rotate smaller batches more frequently, and run bundles to move slow items without tying up cash.
Use your leverage
Growing order sizes can help you negotiate supplier terms or extended payment windows, which keeps cash available longer.
Watch overhead
Review recurring expenses regularly and cut anything that no longer adds value. Growth should increase stability, not just costs.
Financing as a tool
Lines of credit or small loans can bridge shortfalls, but only if payments comfortably fit your existing cash flow. Scaling works best when cash is actively managed, not assumed.