Ben Travers, head of Revenue Operations at Re-Leased, alongside CFO Sam Coulton and Strategic Account Director Sam Howie, share their transformative journey with Kluster, a journey that has reshaped their approach to forecasting and analytics, enabling a more efficient, unified view of their business operations.
Before Kluster: A Time-Consuming Process
Re-Leased faced significant challenges with their forecasting processes, characterized by disparate reporting and manual efforts. Weekly forecasts were labor-intensive, requiring extensive data extraction from Salesforce, analysis in Excel, and manual input from team members. This process consumed up to three-quarters of a day each week, a considerable drain on resources and efficiency.
The Kluster Solution: Efficiency and Insight
The adoption of Kluster marked a turning point for Re-Leased. Kluster's platform provided a single interface that aggregated all necessary data, transforming hours of manual work into a task accomplished at the push of a button. This not only streamlined the forecasting process but also enabled a consistent view of metrics across the team, fostering better individual and collective performance insights.
Impact on the Team: Empowerment and Time Savings
The implementation of Kluster offered Re-Leased's sales leaders and representatives a comprehensive view of the pipeline, deal health, and key performance indicators. This visibility allowed for proactive adjustments and strategic planning, essential for quarterly and annual goal attainment. The platform's user-friendly interface facilitated quick understanding and action on critical data, significantly reducing time spent on gathering and analyzing information.
Strategic Advantages: Proactive Planning and Communication
CFO Sam Coulton highlighted a fundamental shift in forecasting capabilities with Kluster. Previously focused on reporting past events, Re-Leased can now anticipate future trends, allowing for timely strategic adjustments and clear communication about upcoming quarters. This foresight and preparation have been crucial in maintaining financial health and strategic direction.
Conclusion: A Future-Proof Solution for Revenue Growth
Re-Leased's partnership with Kluster has not only streamlined their forecasting and reporting processes but also empowered their team with actionable insights, saved considerable time and effort, and facilitated strategic planning and communication. As a result, Re-Leased stands as a testament to the transformative power of Kluster's analytics and forecasting solutions, ready to tackle future challenges and drive continued business growth.