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The Early Days: How Deel Went From $1m to $100m ARR in Just 20 Months

SaaStr

” The Discovery : Companies didn’t just need payments—they needed payments plus compliance. The Result : After pivoting from “payments only” to “payments + compliance,” they onboarded their first 100 clients and raised Series A. Local labor laws were the real blocker, not payment rails.

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Understanding the IT-to-Employee ratio: Its rise and repercussions

BetterCloud

The numbers dont lie: A growing gap The steady climb of the IT-to-employee ratio is a trend that is always one to keep an eye on. Several factors contributed to this trend: Rapid SaaS adoption: SaaS apps have revolutionized how businesses operate, but it also adds complexity. Looking to help your IT team without adding headcount?

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Clouded Judgement 3.22.24 - ERR vs ARR and the Conundrum of AI Revenue Streams Today

Clouded Judgement

Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. ” They’ll look at things like cost, scalability, compliance, etc. Headcount planning, budgeting, fundraising, etc can often be largely based on a top line plan. Follow along to stay up to date! Do you have ARR or ERR?

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Sales-led Vs. Product-led: Why You Don’t Have to Choose

SaaSOptics

If you observe the average sales headcount of early-stage product-led companies, you’ll find that many have already laid the foundation of a hybrid model because (in most cases) a strong sales team is what ultimately allows them to scale and maintain their hold on the market. Source: Peersignal.com ). Sales-led Companies Are Turning to PLG .

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Smart SaaS budgeting: Refine your spend strategy for 2025

BetterCloud

This can quickly not only inflate your SaaS budget, but also introduce significant security and compliance risks. Check for SOC 2, ISO 27001, and other relevant security and compliance certifications. Allocations can be manual or automatic, depending on the headcount of users. Its a lifesaver for teams of any level.

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Elad Gil on catapulting into hyper growth

Intercom, Inc.

As VP of Corporate Strategy at Twitter, Elad Gil was a key player as company headcount skyrocketed from 90 to 1,500 employees. This wasn’t Elad’s first experience with hyper growth – Google grew headcount 10x during his time as a product manager there – nor the last. I do think it’s been a net positive though.

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Building the Right Team to Succeed With Gainsight

Valuize Consulting

This role is crucial for organizations that aim to scale their CS efforts without a proportional increase in headcount. Regional Customizations: Addressing specific regional needs and compliance requirements. This includes: Time Zone Coverage: Providing support across various time zones to ensure timely responses.