As business gets competitive, suppliers of goods and services are often forced to compete on more relaxed credit terms. This raises the risk of bad debts and a potential cash flow crisis. Management, therefore, needs to be on guard for bad customers, constantly improve debtor quality and maintain regular cash flow from credit customers. Trade receivables collection is the key to good business cash flow. Effective receivable management reduces the risk of bad debts and minimizes cash flow interruption and costs of doing business.