Cash farming in building and construction: a stochastic analysis

Russell Kenley

Construction Management and Economics, 1999, vol. 17, issue 3, 393-401

Abstract: Cash flow management is a significant issue in the management of a building or construction firm. This paper steps back from the well researched area of poor cash management and its relationship with failure, to focus on the funds which are generated through operations, and the positive benefits which can follow in a well managed organization. A stochastic model is developed which illustrates how an average of 16% of turnover can be available for reinvestment. This is sufficient to allow investment in non-liquid assets, provided that this is managed carefully and precautions are taken against a severe reduction in turnover. This level of funds is sufficient to encourage firms to enter the industry with the motivation of generating funds, rather than a desire to build. This has implications for large clients and for government when dealing with the industry.

Keywords: Cash Farming; Liquidity; Net Cash Flow; Stochastic Modelling; Monte Carlo (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 1999
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