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💰 Impact Analytics Secures $40M to Enhance Retail Brands' Operations. 🚀 Retail SaaS startup Impact Analytics has raised $40 million in a growth financing round led by Sageview Capital, with participation from existing investor Vistara Growth. 🌐 The funds will be used to expand sales, marketing, and customer service teams globally, scale up technology platforms, deepen strategic partnerships, and explore future growth opportunities. 🔍 Impact Analytics, founded in 2015, provides AI-based SaaS solutions for enterprise clients in retail, manufacturing, and supply chain, focusing on planning, forecasting, merchandising, and pricing. 🌍 The Bengaluru-based startup serves renowned brands such as Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, P&G, and Van Heusen. 💼 Sageview Capital partners Jeff Klemens and Prashanth Palakurthi will join Impact Analytics' board of directors as part of the investment. 📈 This funding adds to the growing investments in the Indian enterprise tech sector, reflecting the attractiveness of SaaS startups leveraging the country's talent pool and innovation ecosystem. 🌐 The global SaaS industry is projected to reach $908.21 billion by 2030 as enterprises increasingly adopt digital tools. #ImpactAnalytics #RetailTech #SaaS #StartUpNews #BusinessNews #MicroShots #NewsUpdates

Hey there, CEOs and Founders! 👋 Are you still navigating the business sea with a compass, while you could be steering with a GPS? Let's talk about Hellodashboard and how it's revolutionizing data-driven decision making in the world of startups, e-commerce, and beyond. 🚀 Did You Know? A recent study revealed that companies that rely on data are 58% more likely to beat their revenue goals than non-data-driven companies. And guess what? Hellodashboard is your ticket to join this elite club! 🌟Why Hellodashboard? Real-Time Insights: Get instant snapshots of your sales, supply chain, and customer interactions. Like having a business oracle at your fingertips! 🧙♂️ Custom Dashboards: Tailored to your unique needs. Whether you're in e-commerce, production, or running a call center, we've got you covered. 🛠️ Actionable Analytics: It's not just data; it's your roadmap to success. Each statistic is a stepping stone towards smarter decisions. 📊 Case in Point: A startup in the scale-up phase used Hellodashboard to streamline its supply chain. Result? A 25% reduction in operational costs and a 40% increase in customer satisfaction. Talk about a game-changer! 🎯 So, dear CEOs and Founders, it's time to say goodbye to gut feelings and hello to guided intelligence. Embrace Hellodashboard, and let's turn those business goals into achievements. 💼🚀 Remember, in the age of information, ignorance is a choice. Choose wisely. Choose Hellodashboard. #DataDriven #Hellodashboard #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #CEOTalk #FoundersMindset

📢 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐓𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐊𝐢𝐦, 𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐨𝐟 𝐙𝐨𝐧𝐞 & 𝐂𝐨!🌟 Our series is back, going behind the scenes of startups and scaleups. Say goodbye to flashy headlines and hello to real, actionable advice from operators in the trenches who've been there and done that. Whether it's Sales & Marketing, Finance, Operations & People, or a mix of it all, we've got you covered. In this installment of the series, Thomas Kim discusses navigating declining tech markets and avoiding a 'SaaSacre' while helping customers optimize costs and processes. In our insightful discussion, the CEO of Zone & Co explored the following key topics: 🚀 Strategies for SaaS companies to remain agile and responsive 💰 The importance of controlling costs and optimizing processes 🌱 Insights on customer retention and sustainable growth Read more about Thomas's approach to leveraging SaaS for long-term success and ensuring your business stays ahead. Find the link in the comments👇 Don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter for more industry insights! #OperatorInsights #BehindtheScenes #StartupInsights #Finance

Impact Analytics raised $11 Mn Series A round in February 2021 and $10 Mn Series B round in October last year. #startups Entrackr Impact Analytics Sageview Capital Read more 👇

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗮𝗦 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 There’s still an untapped opportunity to improve pricing. OpenView assessed 2,200 SaaS companies, here’s what they found: 48% haven’t done any pricing research. 57% revisit pricing only once per year or less. 47% of late-stage companies are hiring pricing analysts. Kyle Poyar shared all the insights here: https://lnkd.in/gbHDcjyX So how can SaaS startups do pricing research effectively? First, you need to get the data right. That means collecting and tracking all your available data in a consistent and reliable way. Then, you’ll need to store that data in a place where you can process them into actionable insights. The ending result should be having the ability to track specific events that can tell you the exact pricing strategy that works and gets high-value customers to purchase. How? With artificial intelligence. President of Mammoth Growth, Stuart Scott, talks more about AI-driven data in our VBB webinar. Just comment below for access to the full webinar 👇 #startups #strategy #artificialintelligence #digitalmarketing #VBB

Exciting news in the world of employee benefits! Zoë Foundry, a venture studio in Redwood City, just secured a $5 million investment to revolutionize the industry. With a focus on SaaS, B2B, and AI benefits, their innovative approach is set to shake things up. Learn more about their mission and impact in this article. #EmployeeBenefits #Innovation #VentureCapital

Data-driven decision making is a crucial element for startups seeking growth and sustainability. In 2024, startups can leverage data analytics to inform their business strategies, optimize operations, and enhance customer experiences. By understanding market trends and customer preferences through data, businesses can make informed decisions that ultimately lead to better outcomes. Visit the comprehensive guide for more insights into how startups can harness the power of data to drive their success: https://buff.ly/3AgD1eP @[Penfriend](urn:li:organization:100267386)

How do you scale and innovate your data and analytics capabilities to support your GTM growth and expansion? ❓️👨💻 __ Entrepreneurs often ponder, "How do we scale our data and #analytics for GTM growth?" Imagine PhoenixTech, struggling to leverage #data until they adopted a cloud-based infrastructure, integrated advanced analytics, and fostered a #datadriven culture. They empowered teams, invested in learning, and sought external #partnerships for fresh insights. Their journey from stagnation to growth underscores the power of evolving data #strategies in alignment with GTM goals. This narrative isn't just theirs; it's a #calltoaction for all. Embrace change, innovate, and let's drive growth together. Share our story and join us in shaping the future. #impact #forstartups #aiforstartup #gtmstrategy #fyp

How do you scale and innovate your data and analytics capabilities to support your GTM growth and expansion? ❓️👨💻 __ Entrepreneurs often ponder, "How do we scale our data and #analytics for GTM growth?" Imagine PhoenixTech, struggling to leverage #data until they adopted a cloud-based infrastructure, integrated advanced analytics, and fostered a #datadriven culture. They empowered teams, invested in learning, and sought external #partnerships for fresh insights. Their journey from stagnation to growth underscores the power of evolving data #strategies in alignment with GTM goals. This narrative isn't just theirs; it's a #calltoaction for all. Embrace change, innovate, and let's drive growth together. Share our story and join us in shaping the future. #impact #forstartups #aiforstartup #gtmstrategy #fyp

UPDATE: For anybody who hasn't received the link: https://bitly.ws/338Xy Passcode: 5zah^i9t 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝗮𝗮𝗦 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲𝘀 There’s still an untapped opportunity to improve pricing. OpenView assessed 2,200 SaaS companies, here’s what they found: 48% haven’t done any pricing research. 57% revisit pricing only once per year or less. 47% of late-stage companies are hiring pricing analysts. Kyle Poyar shared all the insights here: https://lnkd.in/gbHDcjyX So how can SaaS startups do pricing research effectively? First, you need to get the data right. That means collecting and tracking all your available data in a consistent and reliable way. Then, you’ll need to store that data in a place where you can process them into actionable insights. The ending result should be having the ability to track specific events that can tell you the exact pricing strategy that works and gets high-value customers to purchase. How? With artificial intelligence. President of Mammoth Growth, Stuart Scott, talks more about AI-driven data in our VBB webinar. Just comment below for access to the full webinar 👇 #startups #strategy #artificialintelligence #digitalmarketing #VBB