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02/11/2026
Please Don’t Break My Heart (or My Cash Flow)
Source: Printing Industry Credit Bureau, February 6, 2026
My dearest Dewey, my heart was so light,
When you ordered ten thousand gloss flyers that night.
“Bill me later”, you whispered, with a wink and a grin,
But your “Net 30” is ending, and the panic sets in.
I checked on your credit – or tried to, at least,
But your history’s a ghost at my Valentine’s feast.
The ink is all dry and the paper is spent,
Yet I’m still sitting here wondering where the cash went.
You’re charming and witty, a silver-tongued rogue,
But “non-payment” is never a look that’s in vogue.
My press cannot run on your promises alone,
And I’m tired of hearing your dial-tone groan.
So here is my card with a heart and a bow.
Either pay what you are owing or I will let you go.
I have found a new partner who’s sturdy and true.
Since I simply Kahn-not keep funding you.
Don’t Let your Profits Bleed
Good credit practices are the bedrock of a healthy business. Avoiding profit loss starts with due diligence and having a good system in place for when expert collection services are necessary.
- Risk Analysis: Don’t rely on a handshake. Use tools like Checkitco’s Credit Risk Assessments to verify a customer’s legal history and debt before extending credit.
- The Cost of Waiting: Delinquent accounts aren’t just a headache - they drain your working capital and stall growth.
- When to Get Help: If a customer goes silent or refuses to cooperate, waiting only decreases your chances of recovery.
Don’t let a “Dewey” break your bank this year. Contact Printing Industry Credit Bureau today at 847-265-0400 or email ars@picb-us.com for a free consultation.
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