New Product Launch | Illumination BI: Empowering Small Businesses with Financial Clarity
By Lisa Riannson
Last August, I experienced a significant shift in my career path. As the Business Intelligence (BI) Manager of a small startup, I experienced firsthand the challenges of losing our largest client to outsourcing and the subsequent layoffs. This event gave me the opportunity to reassess my career and explore new possibilities.
Over the next few months, I connected with many small business owners, and I noticed a common struggle – they lacked the insights and tools needed to make informed business decisions. Many entrepreneurs rely on intuition and limited resources, often feeling overwhelmed by financial data. With a decade of experience as a sales tax/employment tax consultant and more than seven years as a data analyst and report developer, I’ve seen the power of providing actionable insights to businesses.
This realization fueled the creation of Illumination BI. We offer easy-to-use pre-built QuickBooks reports and custom solutions tailored to small business needs. Our mission is to level the playing field and empower small business owners with the same decision-making capabilities as larger corporations. Our reports aren’t just informative – they are actionable, with prompts and insights that drive meaningful business decisions.
My vision for Illumination BI is to address common questions that keep small business owners up at night:
“How do I know if I can hire help?” – Our pre-built dashboards help you assess your financial health and identify growth opportunities, helping you make informed decisions like whether it’s a good time to hire help.
“I don’t know which part of my business to focus on.” - With our customized reports, you can track key performance indicators (KPIs) that matter to you and your business. This data-driven approach helps you prioritize areas of your business effectively.
“I’m scared to look at my numbers.” - Our user-friendly interface and actionable insights make it easy for even non-numbers people to interpret and act upon. We break down complex information into digestible insights, empowering you to make confident financial decisions.
“I’m not a numbers person.” - Through personalized guidance and resources, we help you cultivate a growth mindset around finances. Our articles and resources cover topics like managing cash flow, increasing income, reducing expenses, and fostering a positive mindset, equipping you with the tools and knowledge to navigate financial challenges confidently.
Illumination BI is more than just a reporting tool. We’re a supportive resource hub, offering articles, resources, and guidance on managing cash flow, increasing income, reducing expenses, and fostering a growth mindset around finances. Collaboration is key, and we’re proud to partner with organizations like the Pledgettes, working towards creating healthier and wealthier communities through financial empowerment.
If you’re curious to learn more about how we can support your business, feel free to visit our website (www.illuminationbi.com) for additional information and resources. Together, we'll navigate the complexities of business finance with confidence and drive positive change for small businesses everywhere.
DISCLAIMER: The Pledgettes have not used this product. We posted this guest blog to feature a female founder who has created a product for business owners.
