Most subscription billing software does one job: send invoices. But if you're selling flexible terms, managing complex deals, or trying to improve cash flow, that’s not enough. This post looks at five subscription billing software options that go further. They help SaaS teams close faster, collect upfront, and stay in control. One of them is Ratio Boost, built to make billing work for sales, not just finance.
Most Accounts Receivable (AR) tools help you manage invoicing, automate follow-ups, and reduce DSO. But even the best still make you wait to get paid. That’s why this guide starts with Ratio Boost — the only platform that gives you full contract value upfront while your buyers pay over time. Later, we have also covered the top AR management software for SaaS teams still relying on traditional receivables workflows.
Stripe Billing is robust, but not every SaaS business needs its full complexity. If you’re dealing with tighter budgets, limited dev resources, or simpler billing needs, this guide explores 6 top Stripe alternatives and 3 Stripe enhancers. We also show how Ratio Boost can extend Stripe’s functionality—no full migration required—for teams scaling smarter.
The Challenge: Why B2B SaaS Deals Are Stalling B2B SaaS sales cycles have never been longer—49% of deals over $20K now take four months or more to close. Why? Buyers demand flexibility, proof, and seamless processes. If you’re still relying on traditional sales tactics, you’re falling behind. Deals that once closed in weeks now stretch into months as decision-makers scrutinize every purchase, prioritize immediate ROI, and expect more than just polished demos.
SaaS businesses are always in the news for massive fundraising rounds and innovative product developments. However, beneath the surface, keeping SaaS businesses afloat isn’t always a smooth sail. And if you’re into B2B or enterprise SaaS, you’re sailing against the high winds all the time.
ASX companies under Appendix 4C mandates can use True Sale Based Financing (TBF) to convert longer term contracts with staggered cash flows into instant cash. The standard accounting treatment for True Sale makes it possible to substantially boost short-term cash flows.
Glance at the headlines, and you’ll feel a little gloomy about the state of the tech sector. Recession fears continue to weigh on our minds, interest rates look set to keep on rising, venture capital funding is at a two-year low, and enterprise software buyers are tightening their belts.
As we head into 2023 SaaS companies will continue to have to deal with the recession. Customers become cash constrained, small and mid-size businesses become cash reserved, and large businesses cut budgets. As a result, tech investing will slow down.
BNPL offers SaaS customers an accessible and manageable way to make purchases matching their cash flow needs and budget/approval constraints
The buyer’s landscape has changed drastically over the last few years. One such option that’s become very popular in recent years is ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ (BNPL). BNPL provides customers the freedom and flexibility to buy the product they need with manageable installment payments.