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How to identify revenue leakage in your business

Where businesses typically lose revenue — and how to find and prioritise the leaks.

By B2Social · Updated · 6 min read

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What is revenue leakage?

Revenue leakage is income you could have earned but lose through friction, missed follow-ups, poor conversion or underpricing.

Where leaks typically occur

Most leaks are found in a few predictable places.

  • Website pages where visitors drop off
  • Slow or missing lead follow-up
  • Abandoned quotes and checkouts
  • Unbilled work and discounts

How to measure it

Combine analytics, CRM data and process review to see where potential revenue disappears.

Fixing the biggest leaks first

Estimate the value of each leak and start with those that are both large and easy to fix.

Frequently asked questions

Is revenue leakage only an e-commerce problem?

No. Service businesses and B2B companies leak revenue too, often in follow-up and pricing.

How often should I check?

Continuously where possible; at least quarterly.