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Headcount Sensitivity
We believe that the cost base is too high as it will not be possible to recruit at rate forecast
The top table shows the original Summary
business plan headcount. We believe The second table shows a more
this is unachievable for the first year realistic ramp up of staff and costs in
which will have a knock on for the the model will be planned accordingly.
following year as well.
Risk
A risk for an early stage Tech business
is failing to meet the recruitment plan
and falling behind in product
development and sales.
Mitigation
More than half the staff are customer
services, business development or tech
onboarding, this means they are sales
related rather than essential technical
development staff. These roles can be
delayed or pushed back if sales are
delayed reducing cash risk to the
business.
Heavy sensitivities on revenue means
fewer staff will be required in year 1 &
2 post investment.