Imagine this: Your plant is running at full tilt, machines humming, employees on overtime, demand surging… and suddenly, your production grinds to a halt. Not because of a broken machine or supply chain disruption—but because of unpaid invoices choking off your cash flow.
This isn’t a hypothetical. A 2024 report by Atradius revealed that 52% of manufacturers worldwide are experiencing longer payment delays from customers*, with average Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) creeping over 65 days. In the U.S. alone, manufacturers have reported a 17% rise in overdue B2B invoices in the past year.
The Hidden Crisis in Manufacturing: Cash Flow Bottlenecks
Manufacturers today are investing heavily in automation, green technologies, and reshoring operations to stay competitive. But all of this depends on one critical fuel: reliable cash flow.
When customers delay payments, manufacturers are forced to:
- Delay raw material orders or negotiate unfavorable terms
- Postpone equipment upgrades
- Stretch supplier payments, damaging relationships
- Freeze hiring or overtime
In worst-case scenarios, production stops — not for lack of demand, but for lack of liquidity.
Where Caine & Weiner Fits In
At Caine & Weiner, we understand that time is money — and in manufacturing, delayed cash means delayed production. Our collections services are built for manufacturers, with:
- Deep industry know-how: We grasp the nuances of supply chains, vendor relationships, and the stakes of maintaining your production schedule.
- Respectful, brand-protective collections: Your reputation matters. We recover what’s owed while preserving critical customer relationships.
- Tailored receivables strategies: From high-volume small-balance accounts to complex multi-party contracts, we design solutions that fit your business.
We don’t just collect — we help you prevent disruptions that late payments cause.
Let’s Keep Your Factory Floor (and Cash Flow) Moving
Don’t let unpaid invoices become the weakest link in your production process. Partner with Caine & Weiner, and we’ll help you keep your operations — and revenue — on track.
Your machinery shouldn’t stop for a slow-paying customer. Let’s make sure it doesn’t.