Cash Conversion Cycle benchmark
Cash Conversion Cycle Benchmark for PVF Distribution (2026)
Last updated September 2026
In pvf distribution, cash conversion cycle typically runs 65–115 days — above the cross-industry band of 50–90 days. Deep SKU tails lengthen the cycle.
CCC = DSI + Days Sales Outstanding − Days Payable Outstanding PVF against the cross-industry band
| Industry | Typical CCC | What good looks like |
|---|---|---|
| All industrial distribution | 50–90 days | Under 50 days is strong for distribution |
| PVF Distribution | 65–115 days | Deep SKU tails lengthen the cycle |
Lower is better on this metric. Every other industry benchmarked for CCC is in the full benchmark table.
What cash conversion cycle measures
The cash conversion cycle (CCC) is the days between paying for inventory and collecting cash from its sale. Inventory days are usually its largest component.
The sectors landing closest to PVF on this metric are MRO Distribution. A sector further away is not doing better or worse by definition — the band reflects what the work requires, which is why the comparison that matters is against your own history as much as against the industry.
Sources: Phocas Software, Institute for Supply Management (via NetSuite)
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