Four Bottom Lines

You may have a profitable business, but how are you doing on the other three bottom lines?

Were you aware that profitability is just one of four important bottom lines for a business?

There are four bottom lines that a business owner and CEO must fully understand and monitor:

  • Return on Invested Capital

  • Net Profit
  • Operating Cash Flow
  • Profit Per Employee

Why four bottom lines?

Each of these measures a distinct aspect of the business. Every metric has inherent limitations and weaknesses, and these four are no exception. Considering these four metrics as a complete package, however, provides a complete view of “bottom line performance” with which to evaluate the health of the business.

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Managing the four bottom lines

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