SaaStr · 2023-11-13
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Measuring 'Almost Churn' as a Leading Indicator for SaaS Customer Retention
While tracking churn is critical in SaaS, identifying and engaging 'Almost Churn' customers—those at risk of leaving but still retained through behavioral rather than attitudinal loyalty—is equally or more important. The article provides five actionable tactics for identifying and retaining these at-risk accounts before they become actual churn.
Metrics in this report
ARR Value Multiplier
6x
mean
Long-term value of ARR including upsells and second-order revenue
At-Risk Customer Percentage
15%
example based on churn rate
If annual churn is 15%, identify 15% of customer base as at-risk
QBR Applicability Threshold
20000$
minimum ACV
Recommended for customers with ACV over $20k