Unbeknownst to many, the silent business killer is cash flow—or a lack thereof. Without a proper way to consistently rain revenue, a small business is unable to retain employees, innovate, nor grow.
Unsurprisingly, as of 2024, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 20.4% of businesses fail in their first year, 49.4% fail within 5 years, and 65.3% fail by year 10.
82% fail from cash flow issues
27 days of runway
68% self-manage finances
If we look at the most lucrative industries today, many have successfully adopted subscription-based models. Take Microsoft, for example: not long ago, you could buy Word outright. Now, you pay a monthly fee for access.
Of course, not all businesses are software companies — but the principle remains:
Recurring revenue is the key to long-term success.
Yet most small businesses are still stuck in the gig-economy model, getting paid only when the job is done. Why?
Unsurprisingly, the answer is simple: they lack the tools. Worse, the tools that do exist are too complex, too expensive, or simply not made for them.
That's where Lucile comes in. We're building modern software designed specifically for small businesses to adopt a subscription model with ease. From automation to payments — we've got you covered.
No gimmicks. No hidden fees. Just powerful tools to help you deliver more value to your customers — at a lower cost.
Simple economics.
