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Posted 23rd September 2024

Building Profitability: 5 Best Practices Businesses Need to Get Right to Succeed

Adopting strong practices is essential to thrive in business, and companies need to put a number of strategies in place that drive their goals and generate financial success to achieve the ultimate goal of profitability. This includes re-evaluating and refining business processes to operate effectively and stay competitive.

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Building Profitability: 5 Best Practices Businesses Need to Get Right to Succeed
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By Ian Nicholls is CEO of Explic8

Adopting strong practices is essential to thrive in business, and companies need to put a number of strategies in place that drive their goals and generate financial success to achieve the ultimate goal of profitability. This includes re-evaluating and refining business processes to operate effectively and stay competitive.

Here are 5 best practices every business needs to master in order to succeed.

1. Optimising internal processes

    Optimising internal processes is a key practice for business improvement and increased profitability – it can be the difference between success and stagnation.

    While various daily actions can be employed to significantly improve operations, it all starts with refining the decision-making process. Optimising decision-making ensures resources are allocated efficiently, risks are mitigated, and opportunities are capitalised on. This involves leveraging data, aligning decisions with business objectives, and empowering teams to make informed choices.

    Streamlining workflows, automating repetitive tasks, and minimising bottlenecks are also crucial. In fact, companies that automate processes experience a 30 per cent reduction in operational costs, according to McKinsey.

    By building a culture of continuous improvement and regularly reviewing internal processes, businesses can enhance productivity, reduce costs, and maintain a competitive edge.

    2. Prioritising customer retention

    Customer retention is critical to improving profitability. Repeat customers not only provide a steady revenue stream but they are also up to five times cheaper to retain than acquiring new ones[1].

    Building customer loyalty starts with emphasising shared values. A business must clearly define its core values and ensure they resonate with its customers to encourage repeat business, and actively seeking and engaging with feedback is essential.

    By addressing customer feedback, companies can identify pain points, resolve issues and enhance the overall experience, leading to improved retention. Satisfied customers are more likely to refer a business to others, further driving growth and profitability.

    3. Effective leadership and management

    Effective leadership plays a vital role in driving business efficiency and long-term success, and investing in management training is one of the most powerful ways to cultivate these leadership qualities within an organisation.

    Training helps leaders develop essential skills like strategic thinking, communication, and emotional intelligence, all of which are crucial for navigating and resolving complex business issues. Well-trained leaders also make more informed decisions, helping the business adapt to challenges and opportunities quickly.

    Management training enhances leaders’ ability to motivate, inspire, and engage their employees, building a higher performing team. With effective leadership in place, teams tend to be more productive, innovative, and resilient.

    Ultimately, investing in leadership training not only improves day-to-day operations but also strengthens the long-term prospects of the business.

    4. Embracing innovation and adaptation

    When implemented well, innovation and adaptability can set a business apart from its competitors and increase profitability.

    According to a BCG study, companies that prioritise innovation see 1.8 times higher revenue growth than those who don’t. Meanwhile, creative strategies and fresh ideas are key drivers of business growth, opening the door to new opportunities, such as diversifying revenue streams or entering untapped markets.  

    Adaption can take many forms, from minor internal improvements to larger strategic shifts, all of which can enhance productivity and operational efficiency. Incremental innovation –  making small, ongoing improvements to existing processes or services – can significantly and positively impact a business over time.

    While innovation doesn’t always result in a new product or service, it often enhances the overall approach to business development, contributing to long-term profitability.

    5. Financial planning

    Another crucial business practice for improving profitability is dedicating time to thorough financial planning, with research by the Association of Financial Professionals showing companies with strong financial planning are 30 per cent more likely to reach their growth targets.

    Optimising pricing strategies is another way of staying competitive while maintaining profitability. Financial planning allows companies to pinpoint top-performing products or services, enabling them to focus resources on where they generate the most value. This approach maximises revenue streams and highlights areas where operating expenses can be reduced, leading to more sustainable growth.

    Final thoughts

    Profitability is a crucial factor for business success, and the decisions and day-to-day operations within a company can directly impact its financial outcomes.

    Maximising profits isn’t one-off task but an ongoing process. By applying these 5 best practices and continuously seeking ways to improve, businesses can ensure their every decision supports their overall goals and contributes to success and growth for the long term.


    [1] Harvard Business Review

    Categories: News, Strategy


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