Although this article is written to address the needs and complexities of large businesses, the concepts still apply to the small and mid market. I thought it made some good points and wanted to share it.
All businesses have valuable financial and operational information that is collected on a daily basis. When this information is organized and analyzed properly it can provide management with a strategic picture of where their business is now and where it is headed. The tools available for the small to mid market can range from Excel solutions to web based analytics. We can help you understand what information you need to track and the tools available to report and analyze that information.