What Is a CMA Report? – A Simple Guide for MSMEs & Credit Analysts
If you're an MSME owner or a credit analyst, you've likely come across the term 'CMA Report' during a loan application process. But what exactly is it, and why is…
Why MSME Lending Needs More than Just Algorithms?
In a world chasing automation, MSME lending still needs human intelligence. Here's why algorithms alone can’t serve India's most dynamic business segment—and what real credit officers know that tech doesn’t.…
Don’t Let EMIs Sink Your Business – The Real Meaning of Affordability
1 Minute Business Gyan – Day 4 When running a business, ambition often fuels our decisions. It's easy to believe that confidence, intent, and willingness are all that matter when…
MSME: Sustainability and Green Practices
Building Greener Businesses for a Sustainable Tomorrow “The future is green energy, sustainability, and renewable energy.” – Arnold Schwarzenegger Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are the backbone of most…
The Turnover Trap: Why High Sales Don’t Guarantee MSME Success?
1 Minute Business Gyan – Day 3 We’ve all heard the phrase: “Business is booming!” For many MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise) owners, seeing sales climb is proof that…
Delayed Payments Can Kill a Growing Business
1 Minute Business Gyan – Day 2 When Sales Are High, But Cash Is Low – The Danger of Delayed Payments “Hamari sales toh bohot achhi hai, par paisa time…
Don’t Let One Customer Decide Your Future: A Fresh Perspective for MSMEs
1 Minute Business Gyan – Day 1 Why Too Much Dependence on One Customer Is Dangerous Let me share a true story. It’s one I’ve come across many times in…
10 Things I Know Now After 10+ Years in Credit – And None Came From a Textbook
“Credit is technical.” “Credit is all about ratios, formats, and policy.” “Credit is a desk job. I can’t do it. It’s really tough.” That’s what I believed when I started.…
You weren’t born to shrink. You were born to shift the ground you walk on.
You weren’t born to shrink. You were born to shift the ground you walk on. Read that again. You weren’t made to fit in small rooms, wait for approvals, or…
How to Use the Operating Cycle to Size Working Capital (Not Just Turnover)
#CreditInsightsWithSangeeta | Day 29 As a credit officer, understanding how to size working capital using the operating cycle can greatly improve your lending decisions. Instead of just looking at turnover…