Protect your margin and track your costs Many of us will look at sales for measuring the business success, however measuring success might not be just about sales. Enhancing the margin and reducing costs are critical for an increased profit. Having a good project management system in place is important in improving profitability. Keeping track of project costs is key including capturing variations and changes at an early stage to avoid any disputes or non-payment. Only proceed with the additional works if you have an agreement of costs in place by the payer. Understanding your Profit Margin Profit is the money a business makes after accounting for all expenses whereas Profit margin is the difference between what something costs for you and how much you charge for it. Margins can be shown in percentages and costs. Therefore, it is important for a business owner to protect their margin as having a high-profit margin is a critical step to ensure financial success...
