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Cash Flow Dashboard for SaaS Companies using Dynamics 365 Business Central

Written by Nils R. | Jan 22, 2024 9:05:00 PM
This article describes the Cash Flow Dashboard that is included with Solver's SaaS model for users of the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central ERP and Binary Stream's Subscription Billing Suite (SBS). It is part of a library of more than 150 ready-to-use reports, budget models and dashboard templates that Solver provides to SaaS companies as part of its cloud Corporate Performance Management (CPM) platform.

Unlocking Financial Visibility: The Power of Solver's Cash Flow Dashboards in SaaS Companies

In the ever-evolving landscape of SaaS companies, ensuring a robust financial strategy is imperative for sustained success. A pivotal aspect often overlooked is the need for a comprehensive Cash Flow Dashboard, a tool that can empower CFOs and executives to make informed decisions promptly. Solver, a leading Corporate Performance Management (CPM) solution, stands out by offering a best-in-class Cash Flow Dashboard that addresses common challenges faced by SaaS companies.

Challenges for SaaS Companies Without Self-Service Cash Flow Dashboards

  • Lack of On-Demand Analysis: Traditional approaches to cash flow management involve cumbersome manual processes and dependency on Excel spreadsheets. This leads to a significant delay in decision-making as the lack of self-service options hinders quick, on-demand analysis.
  • Complexity in Understanding Trends: With numerous cash flow components to consider, including Net Income, Net Cash from Operations, Investing and Financing Activities, understanding the trends over time becomes a cumbersome task. Manual methods often result in errors and delays.
  • Overreliance on Manual Spreadsheets: SaaS companies frequently find themselves drowning in a sea of manual spreadsheets. This not only consumes valuable time but also introduces the risk of errors, hindering the accuracy of financial analysis.

Benefits of Modern Cash Flow Dashboards

  • Visualized Trend Analysis: Solver's Cash Flow Dashboard provides a rolling 13-month trend analysis, making it visually accessible and easy to comprehend. Managers can quickly grasp the liquidity scenario, enabling faster and more accurate decision-making.
  • Streamlined Cash Flow Components: The dashboard offers a comprehensive view of Net Income, Net Cash from Operations, Investing and Financing Activities, and Cash Balance at the End of the Period. Special graphics aid in drilling down into each component, allowing for a detailed understanding of the factors influencing cash flow.
  • Reduction in Manual Effort: By automating cash flow reporting through Solver's solution, SaaS companies can bid farewell to the arduous task of managing manual spreadsheets. This not only saves time but also reduces the likelihood of errors, ensuring financial data accuracy.

About the Cash Flow Dashboard

This dashboard combines charts (shown on top of the image below) with a report. Each of the four charts display a key liquidity-related component: 1) Net Income, 2) Net increase (or decrease) in cash displayed as a waterfall chart, 3) Net Cash from Operations, and Investing and Financing Activities, and 4) Cash Balance at the End of the Period.

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Cash Flow Dashboard for Dynamics 365 Business Central - Pre-built SaaS Template from Solver

Why Choose Solver's CPM Solution

In a marketplace inundated with options, Solver's CPM solution stands out as a comprehensive answer to the financial challenges faced by SaaS companies. The ready-to-use Cash Flow Dashboard, coupled with over 150 pre-built reports, dashboards, and budgeting templates, creates a seamless financial management experience. The combo layout, featuring a dashboard on top and a detailed table below, exemplifies the power and flexibility Solver brings to the table. SaaS companies can empower their CFOs and executives to make data-driven decisions efficiently by embracing Solver's CPM solution. By leveraging the Cash Flow Dashboard, the path to streamlined reporting, analysis, and budgeting becomes clearer, allowing businesses to thrive in an environment where agility and accuracy are paramount.

Resources for Additional SaaS Reports, Dashboards and Budget Models

For more information about all the SaaS templates from Solver check out these resources:

About Solver

Solver is a global leader in Corporate Performance Management (CPM) and comes with out-of-the-box integrations to Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and the Subscription Billing Suite from Binary Stream. Solver includes more than 150 reports, dashboards and budget templates for SaaS companies that provide in-depth analysis of subscription revenues, financials, human capital/payroll and CRM pipeline.