18 brands launched from scratchWe know when your money runs out. Before you do.
The most common reason products fail isn’t bad demand or bad quality. It’s a cash gap nobody saw coming. We plan your procurement cash flow 3 to 6 months ahead so you make decisions with numbers, not hope.
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Sound familiar?
These are the exact conversations we have with founders every week.
We're constantly running out of stock or sitting on dead inventory.
No visibility into what’s coming, when, and how much. Every month is a scramble.
Nobody owns the procurement process. It's just firefighting.
Orders happen last-minute, nobody tracks what’s where, and every decision is reactive.
I'm still managing this in Excel and it breaks every time.
Spreadsheets that are outdated before anyone reads them. No single source of truth.
WHAT YOU GET
Time is money. Save both
We map when money leaves and when capital returns. Tied to real production timelines and payment terms.
Procurement-linked cash flow mapping
When money leaves, when capital returns. 3 to 6 months of visibility, updated with real data.
MOQ optimization
Balance minimum order quantities against working capital. Don't buy too much, don't stop sales.
Procurement-linked cash flow mapping
When money leaves, when capital returns. 3 to 6 months of visibility, updated with real data.
MOQ optimization
Balance minimum order quantities against working capital. Don't buy too much, don't stop sales.
Payment timing alignment
Procurement planning factored with production cycles, supplier payment terms, and delivery windows.
Stage-by-stage cost breakdown
Know exactly what each phase costs before you commit. No hidden charges, no "we'll figure it out later."
Payment timing alignment
Procurement planning factored with production cycles, supplier payment terms, and delivery windows.
Stage-by-stage cost breakdown
Know exactly what each phase costs before you commit. No hidden charges, no "we'll figure it out later."
Cash gap alerts before the gap happens
We flag upcoming cash shortfalls 4 to 8 weeks in advance. You have time to act: delay an order, negotiate terms, arrange a credit line. Not scramble.
Reorder planning
We tell you when to place the next order, before you run out. Based on your lead times, sales velocity, and current stock. No stockouts, no last-minute panic orders.
Cash gap alerts before the gap happens
We flag upcoming cash shortfalls 4 to 8 weeks in advance. You have time to act: delay an order, negotiate terms, arrange a credit line. Not scramble.
Reorder planning
We tell you when to place the next order, before you run out. Based on your lead times, sales velocity, and current stock. No stockouts, no last-minute panic orders.
Not a financial advisor. A procurement operator who understands money.
Connected to real operations
Our forecasts are tied to actual factory timelines, real payment terms, and current inventory. Not theoretical models in a spreadsheet.
Procurement-focused, not generic
We don’t do tax planning or fundraising. We plan procurement cash flow because that’s where most product brands bleed money.
Usually bundled with other services
Cash flow planning works best when connected to the procurement process we’re already managing. Most clients combine it with Product Launch or Supply Chain.
Not a financial advisor. A procurement operator who understands money.
Connected to real operations
Our forecasts are tied to actual factory timelines, real payment terms, and current inventory. Not theoretical models in a spreadsheet.
Procurement-focused, not generic
We don’t do tax planning or fundraising. We plan procurement cash flow because that’s where most product brands bleed money.
Usually bundled with other services
Cash flow planning works best when connected to the procurement process we’re already managing. Most clients combine it with Product Launch or Supply Chain.
Here's how we solve the exact problems keeping you up at night
When the tags fail, the whole system fails
Raccoon's RFID laundry platform is only as good as the tags inside the textiles. They needed hardware that survives hundreds of industrial wash cycles, holds up to healthcare-grade certification, and scales with every new contract, without switching suppliers.
We ran a full market analysis of RFID manufacturers in China, shortlisted only factories that passed our on-site audit, and tested sample batches before any volume commitment. Personalized, certified tags built to scale.
A hardware supply chain that matches the software. Certified documentation for hospital procurement, consistent personalized tags on every deployment, and growth limited by opportunity, not supply.
"You're too small." The wall every startup hits.
Octo Studio's founders kept hitting the same wall. Most suppliers are built for large, predictable orders, so early-stage startups hear "you're too small, come back at volume."
Through the Helix x Octo partnership, founders get direct access to our sourcing network from day one. Factory audits, Chinese manufacturers, and full logistics, regardless of order size or product complexity.
A sourcing partner who picks up the phone at every stage of growth. A first production run gets the same diligence as the fiftieth.
The beauty brand that refused to compromise on values
Irina Lifintseva was building Other Mood for a 2024 Spanish launch. She needed suppliers in China who met exacting quality standards and shared the brand's values, with logistics handled safely and on time.
We ran in-depth market research, visited factories, and ordered samples, judging each against Irina's standards and the brand's philosophy, not just price. DHL logistics, pre-shipment inspection, and a dedicated project manager.
On-time launch into the Spanish market. Quality without compromise, and suppliers aligned on values, not just on price.
The US launch most sourcing partners would have turned down
A premium European craft wellness founder wanted to enter the US the right way. Certified organic ingredients, custom packaging, private-label production, and a certification landscape most suppliers had never navigated, across multiple product categories at once.
We sourced and audited every ingredient supplier, managed custom packaging from spec to print-proof, and coordinated four certifications in parallel, on a timeline that protected the launch.
A complete supply chain, a full certification package, and a product ready for one of the world's most competitive markets.
How Neycher Built a Pharma-Grade Supply Chain From Day One
Neycher's intimate wellness range sits in a strict category: FDA and MoCRA registration, GMP manufacturing, carefully developed formulations. As an emerging brand, Veronica kept meeting suppliers who only want established, high-volume accounts.
On a retainer basis, we became Neycher's embedded operations partner across manufacturing, sourcing, compliance, and logistics. We onboarded an FDA-registered European pharmaceutical manufacturer to produce to pharmaceutical manufacturing standards.
A founder free to focus on product, brand, and growth, with sourcing, compliance, packaging, and logistics handled by a partner as invested as she is.
Not sure if you need this?
Pre-launch founders
Planning your first production run? We map costs per stage and show you exactly how much cash you need and when. No surprises after you wire the money.
Growing brands
Selling well but cash keeps running out between batches? We build a rolling forecast tied to your real sales data and supplier payment terms.
Just need clarity?
Not sure if the numbers work? Book a call. Sometimes the best outcome is knowing you should wait, before you spend $50K finding out the hard way.
Not sure if you need this?
Pre-launch founders
Planning your first production run? We map costs per stage and show you exactly how much cash you need and when. No surprises after you wire the money.
Growing brands
Selling well but cash keeps running out between batches? We build a rolling forecast tied to your real sales data and supplier payment terms.
Just need clarity?
Not sure if the numbers work? Book a call. Sometimes the best outcome is knowing you should wait, before you spend $50K finding out the hard way.
Often paired with
Planning a launch? → Product Launch
Cash flow planning is most powerful when connected to your full launch process. We manage both.
Already selling? → Supply Chain Management
Ongoing cash flow forecasting is built into our Supply Chain management. One team, one process.
I don't know my numbers yet. Can you still help?
Yes. And this is actually the best time to start. We build a model based on what you already have: estimated cost of goods, selling price, MOQ, market. The sooner you understand your cash flow, the more options you have. If you wait for “perfect data,” you may just lose time.
What if I see the numbers and realize the product doesn't work?
Then the work was done right. It’s better to find out before placing an order than six months later, when the money is already spent. Sometimes the most correct conclusion is “don’t launch right now.”
Is this the same as a CFO or financial consultant?
No. A CFO looks at the entire business. A financial consultant handles investments and taxes. We work with procurement cash flow: when money goes out, when it comes back, how to negotiate with suppliers to protect your working capital. This is operational work.
What time horizon do you plan for?
Usually 3 to 6 months. And we update the plan as things change. Far enough ahead to make decisions. Close enough to keep the plan accurate.
How do you handle cash gap alerts?
We flag upcoming cash shortfalls 4 to 8 weeks in advance. You have time to act: delay an order, negotiate terms, arrange a credit line. Not scramble at the last minute.
How does reorder planning work?
We tell you when to place the next order before you run out. Based on your lead times, sales velocity, and current stock. No stockouts, no last-minute panic orders.
Let's map your cash flow
Tell us about your product and procurement plans.
We’ll show you where the gaps are. 15 minutes, zero obligations.
Not ready for a call? Email us: info@helix-world.com