Unlock Your Trapped Cash with DSO Optimization

Independent education and proven strategies for accounts receivable teams ready to reduce DSO, accelerate collections, and improve cash flow predictability.

Every Excess DSO Day = Cash Sitting in Your Customers' Accounts

The average mid-market company has 10-20 excess DSO days, representing $500K-$2M in trapped working capital.

93%

of late payments are caused by process friction, not unwillingness to pay

30-60%

typical DSO reduction when implementing proven strategies

67%

of late payments are from friction and confusion — solvable problems

Why DSO Advisor?

We're an independent agency dedicated to AR education. Our mission is to equip accounts receivable professionals with the knowledge and tools to optimize DSO processes and unlock trapped cash.

1

Proven Strategies

Learn the five core strategies high-performing AR teams use: payment links, automated follow-up, self-service portals, auto-pay programs, and payment flexibility.

2

Data-Driven Insights

Use our interactive DSO calculator to quantify your trapped cash and model the financial impact of process improvements.

3

Independent Expertise

We're not tied to any vendor. Our education is objective, actionable, and focused solely on helping you achieve results.

4

AR-First Approach

Every resource is built specifically for accounts receivable professionals — from terminology to tactics, we speak your language.

Understanding the DSO Formula

DSO = (Accounts Receivable ÷ Total Credit Sales) × Number of Days

Every day your DSO exceeds industry benchmarks, working capital sits unavailable for payroll, growth, and debt reduction.

Calculate Your Trapped Cash

Why Do Customers Pay Late?

28%

Invoice disputes or questions

Unclear terms, missing information, or questions about charges

24%

Payment process friction

Difficult payment methods, login requirements, manual processes

21%

Customer cash flow issues

Genuine financial constraints on the customer side

15%

Lost or missing invoices

Email lost in inbox, invoice never received, poor follow-up

The Key Insight: 67% of late payments stem from friction and confusion — problems you can solve with better processes.

Ready to Reduce Your DSO?

Some of our partners offer performance-based DSO services. If we don't decrease your DSO, you don't pay.

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