Efficiency KPIs

Modified on Tue, 7 Oct at 4:26 AM

Efficiency KPIs measure how effectively a business uses its assets and resources to generate sales or returns. These indicators highlight operational productivity and asset utilisation across the group.

KPI NameFormulaDescription / Interpretation
Asset TurnoverRevenue ÷ Average Total AssetsMeasures how efficiently total assets generate sales. Higher ratios indicate stronger utilisation.
Inventory TurnoverCost of Goods Sold ÷ Average InventoryShows how often inventory is sold and replaced during a period. A higher ratio implies better inventory management.
Receivables TurnoverRevenue ÷ Average Trade ReceivablesIndicates how quickly receivables are collected. Low turnover may suggest collection issues.
Payables TurnoverCost of Goods Sold ÷ Average Trade PayablesReflects how quickly the company pays its suppliers. Lower ratios indicate longer payment terms.
Working Capital TurnoverRevenue ÷ Working CapitalMeasures efficiency in using working capital to support sales.
Fixed Asset TurnoverRevenue ÷ Average Fixed AssetsEvaluates how well fixed assets are used to generate revenue.

Notes

  • Average balances are calculated from opening and closing figures.
  • Efficiency KPIs are most meaningful when compared across periods or business units.

Was this article helpful?

That’s Great!

Thank you for your feedback

Sorry! We couldn't be helpful

Thank you for your feedback

Let us know how can we improve this article!

Select at least one of the reasons
CAPTCHA verification is required.

Feedback sent

We appreciate your effort and will try to fix the article