The Science of Purchasing Used Equipment

The Science of Purchasing Used Equipment

Buying Used Equipment: Bargain or Bust? Purchasing new or used equipment is a skill as important as any other for earthmoving contractors. The business’s bottom line as well as the asset’s future value can be significantly impacted by the decision. When...
The Commissioner Deals the Banks a Royal Flush

The Commissioner Deals the Banks a Royal Flush

Banking Royal Commission After 69 public sittings, 7 rounds of public hearings and more media attention than a Royal wedding, the banking royal commission is wrapping up not long after this article goes to print. Commissioner Kenneth Hayne QC has heard numerous...
Keeping the Christmas Cheer by Conserving Cashflow

Keeping the Christmas Cheer by Conserving Cashflow

Give Yourself the Gift of Good Cashflow The new year is usually welcomed in with a couple of quieter months particularly in earthmoving & construction. Naturally, though, tools down can mean a downturn in cashflow and even though the income stops flowing, the...
From Startup to SME

From Startup to SME

Startup to SME There is plenty of allure in starting your own business and taking it from a startup to a successful small to medium enterprise (SME). You’re the boss – ain’t nobody going to tell you what to do! You make the rules and can run your business the way you...
To Hire or Buy Equipment, That is the Question

To Hire or Buy Equipment, That is the Question

Equipment Hire vs Owning Outright One of the tough decisions often faced by earthmoving and construction businesses is whether to buy their next machine outright or if equipment hire is a more cost effective, feasible solution.  Say you have won a new contract –...