The average collection period is an indicator of the effectiveness of a firm’s AR management practices and is an important metric for companies that rely heavily on receivables for their cash flows.

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Management of accounts payable (AP) can be challenging regardless of your business size. It entails tracking invoices, making timely payments, precision, and, let’s be honest, a lot of patience. OK, ...