Groupings and Quick Charts in StackTracker™

How to use Quick Charts in StackTracker™ for Revenue, Profit, Cost, and Quantity Analysis

By applying these groupings and charting techniques, you can gain deeper insights into your MSP operations, enhance decision-making, and drive business growth.

Examples of "Quick Charts" Using Groupings:

1. Revenue Analysis

   • What Are My Top Grossing Accounts and Vendor Dependencies?
     • (Account → Vendor): This chart allows MSPs to identify which vendors contribute the most revenue for each account. It helps in understanding the dependency on specific vendors and optimizing vendor relationships accordingly.
   • Which Services Generate the Most Revenue from Each Vendor?
     • (Vendor → Service): MSPs can use this chart to visualize the revenue distribution among various services provided by a specific vendor. It helps in id=entifying the most profitable services and focusing resources on them.
   • Which Categories Drive Revenue Growth Across Accounts?
     • (Category → Account): By comparing revenue contributions of different categories across accounts, MSPs can identify which categories are driving revenue growth and prioritize resources accordingly.
   • What Are the Revenue Contributions by Subcategory for Each Account?
     • (Subcategory → Account): This chart provides a detailed breakdown of revenue by subcategory for each account, allowing MSPs to identify specific areas contributing the most to revenue and tailor their strategies accordingly.

2. Profit Analysis

   • Which Services Are Most Profitable Within Each Account?

     • (Account → Service): MSPs can determine profit margins for different services within each account, helping in identifying which services are most profitable and optimizing service offerings.

   • How Do Profit Margins Vary by Category for Each Vendor?

     • (Vendor → Category): By analyzing the profit margins of various categories for a particular vendor, MSPs can identify areas where profitability can be improved and make informed decisions about vendor relationships.

   • Which Accounts Are Most Profitable for Each Service Offered?

     • (Service → Account): This chart helps MSPs identify the most profitable accounts for each service offered, enabling them to focus resources on high-value clients.

   • Where Are the Opportunities for Cost Optimization Within Subcategories?

     • (Category → Subcategory): MSPs can evaluate profit margins within subcategories of a specific category, helping in identifying areas for cost optimization and revenue growth.

3. Cost Analysis

   • Where Are the Highest Expenditures Across Categories Within Each Account?

     • (Account → Category): By assessing cost distribution across different categories within each account, MSPs can identify areas of high expenditure and optimize costs accordingly.

   • How Do Costs Vary Within Subcategories for Each Vendor?

     • (Vendor → Subcategory): This chart allows MSPs to analyze cost variations within subcategories for a specific vendor, helping in negotiating better terms with vendors and optimizing procurement processes.

   • What Are the Cost Differences for Services Provided by Different Vendors?

     • (Service → Vendor): MSPs can determine cost differences for services provided by different vendors, helping in optimizing vendor selection and negotiating better terms.

   • Where Can Cost Efficiencies Be Achieved Within Subcategories for Various Services?

     • (Subcategory → Service): By comparing costs within subcategories for various services, MSPs can identify areas where cost efficiencies can be achieved and optimize service delivery.

4. Quantity Analysis

   • How Many Services Are Used Per Account?

     • (Account → Service): MSPs can track the quantity of services used per account, helping in resource allocation and capacity planning.

   • Which Vendors Are Most Depended Upon by Different Accounts?

     • (Vendor → Account): By monitoring the quantity of services purchased from each vendor by different accounts, MSPs can identify vendor dependencies and optimize vendor relationships.

   • How Do Service Quantities Vary Within a Category from Different Vendors?

     • (Category → Vendor): This chart provides a quantity analysis of services within a category from different vendors, helping MSPs in vendor selection and procurement decisions.

   • What Is the Quantity Distribution Within Subcategories for Each Service?

     • (Subcategory → Service): MSPs can examine the quantity distribution within subcategories for each service, helping in identifying areas for service optimization and resource allocation.