Capital Budgeting Questions Answered
Financial planning doesn't have to feel overwhelming. Our team at BrightMentis has helped hundreds of Vietnamese businesses make smarter capital allocation decisions since 2019. Here are the questions we hear most often from executives and finance managers.
Investment Analysis Basics
Most companies struggle with evaluation methods. We break down NPV, IRR, and payback period calculations in practical terms that work for Vietnamese market conditions.
- How do I calculate NPV for equipment purchases?
- When should I use IRR versus simple payback?
- What discount rate works for Vietnamese businesses?
- How do I account for currency fluctuation risks?
- What's the minimum project size worth formal analysis?
Cash Flow Forecasting
Accurate projections determine investment success. We help companies model realistic scenarios that account for local economic factors and seasonal variations.
- How far ahead should I project cash flows?
- What if my revenue estimates are uncertain?
- How do I model maintenance and replacement costs?
- Should I include inflation in my projections?
- How often should I update my forecasts?
Risk Assessment
Vietnamese businesses face unique challenges from regulatory changes to supply chain disruptions. Our risk frameworks help you prepare for multiple scenarios.
- How do I quantify project risks numerically?
- What's the best way to handle regulatory uncertainty?
- Should I use sensitivity analysis or Monte Carlo?
- How do I adjust for country-specific risks?
- When is a project too risky to pursue?
Implementation Strategy
Good analysis means nothing without proper execution. We guide companies through phased implementations that minimize disruption while maximizing returns.
- How do I phase large capital investments?
- What approvals do I need from management?
- How do I track actual versus projected performance?
- When should I abandon a struggling project?
- How do I report progress to stakeholders?
Meet Thu Nguyen
Senior Capital Budgeting Advisor
Thu has guided over 200 Vietnamese companies through major capital decisions since joining BrightMentis in 2021. Before that, she spent eight years at Ho Chi Minh City Development Bank analyzing infrastructure projects. She specializes in manufacturing and export businesses facing rapid growth.
"Most executives think capital budgeting is just about spreadsheets, but it's really about understanding your business deeply enough to make confident bets on its future."
Still Have Questions?
Every business situation is different. What works for a textile manufacturer in Binh Duong might not suit a tech company in Ho Chi Minh City.
Our consultations dig into your specific industry, growth stage, and financial constraints to provide actionable guidance you can implement immediately.
Our Question-to-Solution Process
We've refined our approach based on hundreds of client interactions. Most finance teams get stuck at the same predictable points.
Initial Assessment
We review your current analysis methods and identify gaps or inconsistencies that could lead to poor decisions.
Custom Framework
Based on your industry and situation, we adapt our evaluation criteria to match your specific constraints and opportunities.
Hands-On Training
Your team learns by working through actual pending investment decisions using our proven methodologies.
Ongoing Support
As new questions arise, we're available for quick consultations to keep your capital allocation process on track.
Most clients see improved decision confidence within their first month of working with us. Not because we have magic formulas, but because we help clarify thinking around investments that genuinely matter to business growth.
Linh Pham
Linh focuses on technology and service companies navigating their first major capital investments. Her background in venture capital gives her unique insight into growth-stage funding decisions. She joined BrightMentis in early 2024 after five years evaluating startups and emerging businesses across Southeast Asia.
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Mai Tran
Specializes in manufacturing and export businesses. Former corporate finance director with deep understanding of working capital optimization.
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