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The Product Alchemy

Team- The Muggles

Agrani Agrawal
Himanshu Shah
Priyansh Yadav
Opportunities:
Target Customers:
Partnering with local
Focus on mid-market Fintechs
players in the EU Fintech
and financial services
ecosystem.
companies, especially those
Obtaining relevant
expanding into Asia.
certifications and
Prioritize businesses with
existing digital onboarding Market Analysis compliance
accreditations.
strategies looking for
Participating in industry
improvements. Target Customers:
events and conferences to
Focus on Fintechs and financial services
build awareness.
Size and Growth: companies operating in the EU,
The US customer onboarding including challenger banks and
software market is projected to neobanks.
reach USD 5.56 billion by 2025, Prioritize businesses looking for secure
growing at a CAGR of 17.1% over and compliant onboarding solutions.
Challenges:
the forecast period (2021-2025).
Navigating the complex regulatory
This significant growth is driven by
increasing digital adoption, rising
landscape across different EU member
customer expectations, and a need for states.
streamlined onboarding processes. Addressing language and cultural
differences within the EU market.

US Market v/s EU Market


Building trust and brand recognition Size and Growth:
among European customers.
The EU customer onboarding
Competition:
software market is expected to
The US market is highly competitive, with
established players like Onboarding.com,
reach EUR 1.24 billion by 2026,
Totango, and UserLeap. growing at a CAGR of 12.4% over the
Emerging players like Parabola and Airtable are period 2021-2026.
also gaining traction. This growth is driven by factors
Differentiation: To compete effectively, the
similar to the US, including
platform needs to emphasize its unique selling
points (USPs), such as: digitalization, changing customer
Competition:
Asia-specific regulatory compliance Challenges: expectations, and compliance
expertise. Brand awareness and reputation building in a The EU market is also competitive, with players
requirements.
Focus on Fintechs and financial services. new market. like Onfido, Signicat, and iDentify.
Stronger automation capabilities. Adapting the platform to US regulatory Differentiation: Similar to the US, the platform
Competitive pricing and freemium model.
requirements and user preferences. needs to highlight its unique strengths and tailor
Building a strong sales and marketing them to the EU market, such as:
infrastructure. Compliance with GDPR and other relevant
Opportunities:
data privacy regulations.
Partnerships with existing US players in the
Support for multiple languages and
Fintech and financial services space.
currencies.
Leveraging online and offline marketing
channels to reach target customers. Proven success in onboarding customers
Building a strong community of users and across diverse Asian markets.
advocates.
Supply Chain of the Industry

Source Platform Core Develop Localization .Build Global Establish Support Choose Distribution .Secure Payment Optimize Platform Prioritize Data Security & Monitor and Analyze Refine Based on
Resources Marketing Assets: Infrastructure Channels Gateways: Performance Privacytext Performance Insights

Product - Led Growth Strategy Framework


User Centric Self-Service Onboarding: Design an intuitive and user-friendly onboarding process that Feedback Loop User Feedback Surveys: Collect feedback through surveys to understand user
allows customers to explore and set up the platform on their own. experiences during onboarding and identify areas for improvement.
Onboarding Guided Tours and Tutorials : Provide in-app guided tours and tutorials to help users
and Iterative Iterative Product Updates: Regularly release updates based on user feedback,
understand key features and functionalities. Measurement addressing pain points and enhancing the onboarding experience.

Freemium Offering: Consider offering a free version with limited features, allowing
Freemium or users to experience the platform's basic functionalities without a financial commitment. Data - Driven User Analytics: Utilize user analytics to track user behavior and engagement during the
onboarding process, identifying patterns and areas for optimization.
Trial Service
Time-Limited Trials: Provide time-limited trials for the full suite of features, giving users Decision Conversion Funnel Analysis: Analyze the conversion funnel to understand where users
a chance to explore the platform's capabilities before making a purchase decision.
Making may drop off during onboarding and implement strategies to improve those stages.

In - App Value Feature Highlights: Use in-app notifications and guides to highlight key features, Comprehensive Documentation: Provide extensive documentation, tutorials, and
showcasing how they can benefit users during the onboarding process. knowledge base articles accessible within the platform to empower users to learn at
Communication Personalized Recommendations: Leverage user data to offer personalized suggestions
and recommendations based on the customer's specific needs and goals.
Scalable their own pace.
Scalable Training Resources: Develop scalable training resources such as webinars,
Education video tutorials, and online courses to cater to diverse learning preferences.
& Documentation Remember to continually iterate and refine your PLG strategy based on user feedback
and evolving customer needs. The key is to create a self-sustaining growth engine where
the product itself drives user acquisition, adoption, and satisfaction.

Email Drip Campaigns: Implement email drip campaigns to guide users through the
User onboarding journey, providing tips, best practices, and additional resources.
Engagement In-App Messages: Use in-app messages to encourage users to complete specific actions

and Activation
or explore advanced features during onboarding
Sales - Led Framework
Community Forums: Create a community forum where users can share experiences, ask
Community and questions, and learn from each other.
User Support In-App Support Chat: Implement an in-app chat feature for real-time support during
onboarding, ensuring users can quickly resolve any issues. Acquire Monetize Engage Expand
ACQUISITION ACTIVATION CONVERSION
Content marketing: Generate high-quality content (blog Contextual onboarding: Provide step-by-step Progressive feature unlocking: Gradually introduce
posts, webinars, case studies) targeting customer pain guidance tailored to user goals and chosen workflow. advanced features as users progress through onboarding
points and showcasing platform benefits. Strong in-app messaging and prompts: Guide users and demonstrate engagement.
Webinars and demos: Highlight success stories and through key features and highlight additional Trigger-based upselling and cross-selling: Identify key
product features through engaging online presentations. functionalities to explore. usage milestones and trigger personalized offers for
Partnerships: Collaborate with complementary software Gamification and progress tracking: Implement relevant features or add-ons. For example, when a user
providers or industry associations to reach relevant gamification elements like achievement badges or reaches a certain number of active workflows, suggest a
audiences. progress bars to motivate users and keep them plan upgrade with increased capacity.
Hyper-targeted ad campaigns: Utilize social media engaged in the onboarding Frictionless upgrade experience: Make the upgrade
platforms like LinkedIn and targeted Google Ads to reach Onboarding checklists and action plans: Provide process effortless with one-click options and transparent
specific decision-makers and business personas clear checklists and action plans to guide users pricing comparisons.
responsible for customer onboarding processes. through key onboarding steps and track their A/B testing and data optimization: Experiment with
progress. different pricing models, call to action buttons, and
messaging to find the most effective conversion tactics.

Product Led Sales

EXPANSION MEASURING SUCCESS


Automated recommendations: Suggest relevant features and
plans based on user activity and potential value fit.
Key metrics: Track conversion rates, activation time, user
Feature requests and user feedback: Actively listen to user
engagement, and customer lifetime value.
feedback and incorporate their suggestions into feature
A/B testing: Continuously experiment and optimize the
development to drive platform adoption.
product and onboarding flow based on data-driven
Data analytics and reporting tools: Provide comprehensive data
insights.
insights and reporting capabilities to help users measure the
Customer feedback: Actively gather user feedback to
impact of their onboarding processes and optimize them for
understand their needs and improve the platform's overall
better results.
value proposition.
Strategic partnerships and integrations: Partner with leading CRM
systems, marketing automation platforms, or HR technologies to
enhance your platform's reach and appeal.
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Deep Dive into US & EU markets Freemium Launch High value segments
Identify specific target verticals within each
Offer a robust freemium tier with attractive features and usage
Friction Point Analysis
market based on potential and regulatory Identify 2-3 key segments for sales focus based
landscape limits to incentivize sign-ups. Identify the top 3 friction points based on user
on user data and ARR potential (e.g., large
GTM Strategy

Aim for 3-5 specific verticals within each market Tailor the freemium features to address industry-specific pain data and feedback (e.g., signup process, specific
Neobanks, WealthTech startups).
(e.g., 2 Neobanks, 1 Wealth Management, 1 points in US & EU (e.g., KYC/AML for Fintechs, PSD2 compliance feature usability).
Insurance, 1 Banking Core System). for Banks). Analyze user data and feedback from Phase 2 to
Understand competitor landscape and key Set strategic usage limits based on user types and conversion identify key friction points and optimize
differentiators. goals (e.g., number of workflows, data storage capacity). onboarding workflows. Sales Team
Identify 2-3 main competitors in each region and Assess the impact of each pain point on user
quantify their market share or customer base. retention, conversion, and revenue to prioritize
areas for improvement. Set hiring targets for regional sales reps (e.g., 3
Analyze regional compliance requirements (e.g.,
US reps, 2 EU reps) and define training goals
GDPR, CCPA) and adapt platform accordingly.
Determine the number of compliance SEO & PPC campaigns (e.g., completion of regional compliance

requirements to be addressed (e.g., 5 GDPR Set budgets and target keywords based on
Onboarding personalization certifications).

articles, 3 CCPA regulations). research (e.g., $5,000/month PPC for each


region, optimize for 100 target keywords per Define the number of personalized onboarding paths
market). based on industry and regulation (e.g., 2 paths for Sales collateral
Develop regionalized PPC campaigns focused Fintech, 1 for Insurance).
on high-intent keywords like "low-code Personalize user experience based on industry and
Develop specific value propositions and case studies for each
Product Localization customer onboarding Fintech" or "EU- regulatory needs.
high-value segment (e.g., 2 case studies per segment).
compliant onboarding platform. Develop in-app tutorials and knowledge base resources
Localize UI/UX for regional preferences and to ensure smooth user adoption.
languages.
Partner Program
Integrate with regional payment gateways and Pilot program
data verification services.
Develop case studies and success stories Knowledge base resources Define target types of partners (e.g., technology providers,
showcasing relevant implementations in similar Gather detailed feedback from pilot users, focusing consulting firms) and set goals for partnership agreements (e.g., 5
markets. on both positive experiences and pain points. signed partnerships by Q4).
Iterate on the freemium features based on user Develop in-app tutorials and knowledge base resources to ensure smooth
behavior and preferences. user adoption.
Build Strong Content & Community Expand the pilot program to involve a diverse set of Set targets for the number of tutorials and articles for various onboarding
users, ensuring representative feedback. stages (e.g., 5 pre-signup, 10 post-signup).
Create regionalized blog posts, webinars, and guides catering to Share valuable knowledge base content on social media platforms, industry
local pain points and regulations. forums, and relevant publications to establish your brand as a thought
Launch social media channels dedicated to US & EU audiences. leader.
Establish partnerships with regional industry influencers and
publications. Email nurture resources
Set targets for blog posts (e.g., 5 posts each for US & EU), webinars
(2 per market), and social media followers (1,000 for each platform
in each region). Segment your audience based on industry, usage level, and engagement to
deliver tailored content and offers.
Create 3-5 automated email sequences with specific conversion goals (e.g.,
trial activation, feature adoption, upgrade to paid plan).
Track email metrics like open rates, click-through rates, and conversions to
identify what resonates with your audience and continuously refine your
email nurture campaigns.
Marketing Team
Sales Team & Expertise: Recruit and train regional sales reps with expertise in
local Fintech landscape and regulations.
Value Propositions & Collateral: Develop value propositions and sales
collateral tailored to specific US & EU verticals and customer needs.
Sales Strategy & Targeting: Identify high-value segments based on user
Product Team traction and feedback for focused sales efforts.
Customer Outreach & Engagement: Conduct targeted product demos and Engineering Team
consultations to address specific customer needs.
Performance Monitoring & Iteration: Monitor sales pipeline, conversion
rates, and customer lifetime value to refine sales strategy.

Market Adaptation: Prioritize features based on US & EU Scalability & Performance: Enhance platform
market research and regulations. Develop localized UI/UX infrastructure to handle increased user base
and integrate regional payment gateways and data
verification services. Goals for the various from US & EU. Optimize performance and
ensure scalability.
Freemium Launch: Design a robust freemium tier with
dependecy Teams
Security & Compliance: Implement robust
attractive features and usage limits to incentivize sign- security measures to comply with regional data
ups. privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA).
User Journey Optimization: Analyze user data and
Regional Integrations: Integrate with localized
feedback to personalize user experiences, build in-app
payment gateways and data verification
tutorials, and improve onboarding workflows.
services.
Product Differentiation: Identify and prioritize features
Content Localization: Develop regionalized content strategy (blog posts, A/B Testing & Continuous Improvement:
that offer a competitive advantage in US & EU markets.
webinars, guides) addressing local pain points and regulations. Implement A/B testing frameworks to improve
Targeted Lead Generation: Conduct SEO and PPC campaigns optimized for platform features and user experience
US & EU verticals and keywords. continuously.
Community Building: Launch social media channels and establish
partnerships with regional industry influencers and publications.
Nurturing Leads: Develop and implement targeted lead nurturing
campaigns to convert freemium users to paid plans.
Partnerships & Referral Programs: Expand reach through co-marketing
initiatives and referral programs.

Sales Team
Thank You
Team- The Muggles

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