WELCOME TO ISSUE NO #025

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Hey 👋, in the last issue, we discussed why tracking Billable Utilization rate matter, but now, we are proceeding with Billings & Collections and today’s topic is:

Collections Effectiveness Index

Is Your Collections Effectiveness Index on Track? How to Measure Billing Efficiency

Newsletter highlights

1. 3 Reasons Why Tracking Collections Effectiveness Index Matters🤟

2. CEI Stat of the Week 🔢

3. My Tool of the Week 📊

4. Latest Week Content Update 🆓

3 Reasons Why Tracking Collections Effectiveness Index Matters

1. It Measures Your Company's Financial Health

   The Collections Effectiveness Index (CEI) evaluates how efficiently your accounts receivable team collects outstanding payments.

   A higher CEI indicates better performance, directly impacting your company's ability to maintain steady cash flow and sustain operations—crucial for SaaS businesses relying on subscription models.

2. It Identifies Billing Process Inefficiencies

   Monitoring your CEI can uncover issues like inaccurate invoicing, poor communication with customers, or ineffective follow-up strategies.

   A lower CEI signals that your billing and collections processes may need refinement, allowing you to address these areas and improve overall financial health.

3. It's a Key Indicator for Investors and Stakeholders

   Investors often look at CEI to gauge a company's financial stability and operational efficiency.

   A strong CEI demonstrates effective revenue collection, making your company more attractive to potential investors and stakeholders.

CEI Stat of the Week

75%

A Collections Effectiveness Index above 85% is generally considered healthy for SaaS companies. It indicates efficient receivables collection, ensuring that subscription revenues—the foundation of the SaaS business model—are secure and not at risk.

My Tool of the Week

Chargebee

Chargebee is a subscription billing and revenue management platform designed to help SaaS companies streamline their billing processes and improve CEI.

It offers:

• Automated Invoicing: Generate accurate invoices automatically, reducing errors and ensuring timely billing.

• Multiple Payment Options: Accept payments through various mediums, accommodating customer preferences and reducing payment friction.

• Analytics and Reporting: Gain insights into your receivables, CEI, and other key metrics to monitor and enhance collections efficiency.

What I like most about this tool is its ability to simplify complex billing operations, making it easier to manage subscriptions and improve cash flow.

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