Headcount Dashboard for SaaS Companies using Dynamics 365 Business Central

This article describes the Compensation 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.

In today’s competitive landscape, SaaS companies face a myriad of challenges in managing their workforce effectively while ensuring optimal financial performance. One critical tool that can empower SaaS executives to make informed decisions regarding headcount management is the modern Headcount Dashboard. By leveraging the capabilities of corporate performance management (CPM) solutions like Solver, SaaS companies can gain invaluable insights into headcount variances and trends, ultimately enhancing their strategic decision-making processes.

Challenges Without Automated Headcount Dashboards

• Lack of self-service and secure platforms for analyzing and benchmarking headcount statistics by department.
• Overreliance on manual Excel spreadsheets, leading to delays, errors, and inefficiencies in decision-making.
• Difficulty in understanding workforce growth or decline and identifying trends in headcount numbers.
• Limited ability to calculate and compare average headcount at both company and department levels.
• Inability to benchmark against industry averages and identify areas for improvement.

Benefits of Modern Headcount Dashboards

• Visual and efficient representation of critical headcount metrics, enabling executives to make informed decisions related to hiring, turnover, and labor expenses.
• Identification of trends and analysis of headcount changes across different time periods, including current year, last year, and budgeted figures.
• Enhanced ability to benchmark against industry standards, allowing for better strategic positioning within the SaaS market.
• Reduction of errors and delays associated with manual spreadsheet-based reporting, leading to faster and more accurate decision-making processes.
• Streamlined reporting, analysis, and budgeting through a single cloud-based solution, promoting efficiency and collaboration across the organization.

About the Headcount Dashboard

Using this dashboard report, executives can easily monitor headcount in total for the company as well as by department. Figures are graphically compared by month for the current year, last year and budget. The tabular section at the bottom provides detailed headcount statistics with variances. The headcount is derived from imported payroll data.

For this and many other ready-to-use templates from Solver, visit our web-site Marketplace page and download the free SaaS eBook.

Why Consider Solver CPM Solution

Implementing Solver as part of the corporate performance management strategy offers SaaS companies a comprehensive solution to their financial reporting, analysis, and budgeting needs. The Headcount Dashboard, along with other pre-built reports and dashboards, provides executives with the critical decision support required to navigate the complexities of workforce management in the SaaS industry. By harnessing the power and flexibility of Solver, SaaS companies can gain a strategic advantage, driving operational and financial excellence while staying ahead of the competition.

In conclusion, the implementation of modern Headcount Dashboards as part of a robust CPM solution like Solver represents a significant step forward for SaaS companies seeking to optimize their workforce management processes. By leveraging advanced analytics and automation capabilities, SaaS executives can make data-driven decisions that drive growth, innovation, and long-term success in today’s dynamic marketplace.

Resources for Additional SaaS Reports, Dashboards and Budget Models

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

• Solver SaaS model information and demonstration video
• Take a self-guided tour of the Solver FP&A suite
• Contact Solver for a personal demo or a quote

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, popular payroll systems 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.