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165-010 - Setting Charge Out Rates For Trades

This paper analyses the steps that should be taken by a trades person in determining charge out rates for employees and the owner/manager of the business so as to achieve a targeted profitability figure. The paper highlights the necessity for the implementation of time recording systems and the meas ...Read more
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This paper analyses the steps that should be taken by a trades person in determining charge out rates for employees and the owner/manager of the business so as to achieve a targeted profitability figure. The paper highlights the necessity for the implementation of time recording systems and the measurement of employee productivity on a weekly basis.

The paper is suitable for Carpenters, Electricians, Plumbers, Roof Fixers, Drainers, Painters, Panel Beaters, Spray Painters, Auto Electricians, Equipment Repairs, Computer Repairs and Maintenance. The paper considers a number of matters including:

  • Setting Charge Out Rates Is A Difficult Step
  • Charge Out Rates Can Determine Profit Or Loss
  • Charge Out Rate Fallacies
  • What Is Your Customer's Cost?
  • Why Do Your Customers Buy?
  • Competitions' Intelligence Files
  • Customer's Decision Process
  • Understand Customers' Perception On Pricing
  • What Are The Business' Overheads?
  • Customer's Perception On Prices Service And Response Time Is Important In Establishing A "Premium" Charge Out Rate
  • Differentiate Your Business
  • Material Mark Up Percentage
  • Sub Contract Mark Up Percentage
  • Labour Classification
  • Employee Productivity
  • Targeted Net Profit
  • Labour Oncosts
  • Calculation Of Required Labour Charge Out Rates
  • Key Performance Indicators To Be Monitored