Insight Tag: Budgeting

Welcome to the second installment of our Comprehensive Budget Series. Previously we explored the why, when, and how of budgeting. In this article, we’ll focus on the practical steps involved in building a budget that aligns with your goals and supports your organization’s financial health. We’ll discuss strategies for allocating resources, making informed decisions, and addressing challenges that may arise during the budgeting process. No matter what type and size business you’re managing, the principles and techniques covered here will help you create a budget that sets you on a path to success.

Do you know that a significant percentage of small and mid-sized manufacturing businesses do not have an annual operating budget? As you explore how a budget can drive important business decisions, this introductory article marks the beginning of our comprehensive budget series where we explore the why, when, and how of budgeting. Future articles will move you through the process and explain how to pull it all together. Let’s get started so you can understand how your business is performing!