Moore on Manufacturing: Profitability Beyond the P&L – The KPIs Every Manufacturer Should Be Tracking
Originally published on December 31, 2025
Unlock the real drivers of your profitability, because your P&L is only the beginning. In this episode of Moore on Manufacturing, Mike and Kevin break down the KPIs that truly move the needle, from labor utilization and scrap rates to costing, variances and working-capital management. They share practical stories from the field, showing how manufacturers who link operations to financial outcomes gain clearer insight, stronger cash flow and higher margins. Tune in for the steps and tools you need to strengthen financial visibility and improve performance.
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Check out some of our other resources addressing this subject!
Shrinkage, Scrap and Sunk Costs: The Hidden Costs Revealed (by Sara)
Guide to Inventory Costing Methods in Manufacturing (by Sara)
Manufacturing Cost Variances: What Every Midmarket Producer Must Understand (MoM transcript piece based on Sept. 2024 episode)
How to Account for Indirect Manufacturing Costs Without Losing Profit Visibility (by Kevin)
Manufacturing Cost Accounting: 5 Essential Concepts for Business Leaders to Understand (by Kevin)
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