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We’re on the ground at Procurex Wales 2024! Meet the team at Stand I to learn how Company Watch helps public sector organisations build resilient supply chains and guard against financial risk. #ProcurexWales #RiskManagement #SupplyChainRisk #PublicSector

As AI advances exponentially, can we trust it to make critical risk assessment decisions? Or will human expertise always be necessary? Vote below ⬇️ Or let us know your thoughts in the comments. #AI #riskassessment #fintech #financialrisk

A business credit score is not just a number. It is an integral part of your business, and a driver of overall success. Find out how business credit scores are calculated and how you can improve yours in our November newsletter. Plus, everything you need to know about B2B risk management. ⬇️ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Keep up to date with the latest news and insights from Company Watch. Every two weeks we will roundup blogs, webinars, product tips, and more so you can stay on top of your financial risk management. Make sure you don't miss out - subscribe today! ✅ #newsletter #businesscreditscore #riskmanagement #businessnews

Businesses often have a tendency to attribute potential insolvency indicators to temporary financial issues, when in reality, the problem may be more deep rooted. Having an understanding of potential problems could be the difference between good financial health and business insolvency. Company Watch offers valuable insights into potential company failures through our real-time email alerts for Winding Up Petition Applications (WUPAs), Unadvertised Winding Up Petitions (UWUPs) and Notices of Intention to Appoint Administrators (NOIAAs). These alerts often provide weeks of advance notice, giving you a critical advantage in managing risk. Currently, 60% of WUPAs lead to some form of insolvency procedure. 90% of these insolvencies occur within 60 days of the WUPA being filed. By staying informed with our WUPA alerts, you can: ➡️ Identify potential financial distress early on and take preventative measures. ➡️ Gain insights into the financial health of your business ecosystem. ➡️ Benefit from early warnings and make informed business decisions. Learn more about insolvency indicators: https://lnkd.in/e-ceGJpA #insolvency #businessintelligence #riskmanagement #financialdata

Company Watch was recently featured in the esteemed Finance & Business Guide, published by The Telegraph on October 9th, 2024. The article delves into the critical challenges businesses face in today's intricate financial environment, including the rising risks of fraud and financial distress. It emphasises the need for data-driven insights to inform strategic decisions and assess the financial health of partners and customers. We're proud to be recognised by such a respected publication. This feature underscores our commitment to providing innovative solutions that help businesses navigate complex financial landscapes and make informed decisions. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ee7aSz-C #CompanyWatch #TheTelegraph #BusinessIntelligence #FraudPrevention #FinancialHealth

We're proud to announce our appointment to the G-Cloud 14 Framework!    This significant milestone enables us to offer our innovative financial risk and supply chain management solutions to a wider range of public sector organisations across the UK. Craig Evans, CEO of Company Watch, said, "This recognition underscores our commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions that address the evolving needs of the public sector. By leveraging our deep industry knowledge and advanced technologies, we empower public sector organisations to make informed decisions, reduce risk, and drive operational efficiency." Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eDhqYaaX We’re eager to collaborate with public sector organisations to help them achieve their financial and operational goals. If you’re looking for innovative solutions to protect your supply chain and public funds, please get in touch.   #GCloud14 #PublicSector #FinancialRisk #SupplyChainManagement 

The countdown is on! ⏰ Just a week until Procurex Wales 2024. Don't miss us at Stand I - we'll be showcasing how Company Watch empowers public sector organisations to build resilient supply chains, minimise disruptions and make informed business decisions. Learn more about our platform here: https://lnkd.in/eJm8i2VW #procurexwales #riskmanagement #supplychainrisk #publicsector

🔴 Life sciences firms alert administrators for second time. Charnwood Molecular and its subsidiary company Aurelia Bioscience have alerted administrators for the second time as bosses rush to secure new investment or a buyer. The company has long been in the Company Watch Warning Area and has displayed numerous other signs of risk over recent years.     Here's a more detailed look at the warning signs of risk:    📉 H-Score®: Charnwood Molecular has been in our Warning Area since July 2021, with an H-Score® of just 17/100, far below the industry average of 58.    Companies in our Warning Area are showing very similar traits to companies that have gone on to fail in the past and so are at risk of distress themselves.   The firm's H-Score® has remained in our Warning Area since 2021 and with its latest filing in July 2023, the H-Score® had declined significantly further to just 1/100. Charnwood Molecular’s parent company, Charnwood Topco Limited, has also been flatlined deep in our Warning Area since 2020. Aurelia Bioscience, also part of the group has also been in our Warning Area since July 2023. Analysing group structure is always an essential step in any risk management process. ☑ - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Additional metrics:  Acid test and current ratio - these ratios plummeted to 0.21 and 0.22 respectively, signalling a severe liquidity crunch over the last 5 years. Profitability metrics have also been concerning. The pre-tax margin percentage, a critical indicator of operational efficiency, has deteriorated from a positive 13.45% in 2020 to a distressing -47.68% by 2023. This decline suggests escalating costs or falling revenues, severely impacting the bottom line.  The operating margin followed a similar downward trend, from 15.12% in 2020 to -37.64% in 2023, underscoring operational challenges. In recent years, funding trends have shown an increased heavy reliance on debt financing relative to equity. The firm’s tangible debt gearing percentage spiked to 1799.55% in 2022, up from 258% the year before. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/ep-43zdk   - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -    These risk indicators, when analysed effectively, can provide crucial insights into a company’s health.     Understanding financial risks is essential for business success. You need a platform that provides easy-to-understand data and actionable insights.    Our powerful platform is designed to identify potential issues before they escalate, so you can avoid loss.    ➡ Get in touch today to try Company Watch for free: https://lnkd.in/dmE_Rppq #insolvency #financialrisk #creditrisk #businessnews

Conducting due diligence checks is a critical part of any deal, but it's not without its challenges. What is the most significant one that you have faced? Vote below ⬇️ Or let us know in the comments if there is an additional challenge that you believe should be on the list. #duediligence #riskmanagement #corporatefinance #EDD

We're thrilled to be exhibiting at Procurex Wales 2024 and showcasing how Company Watch empowers public sector organisations to safeguard their supply chains. Here's how the Company Watch platform streamlines your procurement process: ➡️ We provide actionable insights so that you can identify and mitigate potential risks before they disrupt your operations. ➡️ We help businesses make informed decisions by providing valuable intel about suppliers and vendors. ➡️ We facilitate constant risk monitoring for a more resilient and reliable supply chain. Join us at Stand I at the ICC, Newport on November 5th to discuss how we can help you build a more secure and efficient supply chain. Learn more about effective supply chain management with Company Watch: https://lnkd.in/epfqePTd #procurexwales #supplychainrisk #riskmanagement #publicsector