Small business growth can take many forms—sudden expansions in product lines, territories, locations, or new lines of business, or it can be a gradual progression built upon a series of small successes over time. It can be measured by unit sales, dollars, capital investments, employee counts, or any number of different factors. By nearly any measure, growth is a positive result for a business. But without proper planning and the right technology, the resulting increased demands on the operational and financial aspects of the business can put tremendous strain on a business and its people.

Don’t be caught without a growth strategy. Start today by using this guide to position your business for success at each stage of maturity.