Introducing Actiondesk, a game-changing spreadsheet tool designed for the software-as-a-service (SaaS) age that seamlessly integrates with multiple databases, CRMs, and SaaS tools to enable users to construct dashboards and create reports without the hassle of importing data manually. This revolutionary solution has recently raised $3.9 million in seed funding from investors including Tiger Global, Bling Capital, Y Combinator, Speedinvest, FundersClub, and Liquid2.
As Actiondesk Co-founder and CEO, Jonathan Parisot, explains, the tool is akin to Excel and Google Sheets and can establish connections with over 200 databases and SaaS products. This allows business teams to efficiently create databases, manage reports, and avoid complex business intelligence tools, streamlining the process with their existing spreadsheet skills. The goal is to offer a practical solution that combines the convenience of spreadsheet tools and the power of no-code platforms, like AppMaster.
There are typically two approaches to managing metrics and generating reports in a business. One can resort to Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets, but the process of exporting data from multiple SaaS products and importing CSV files can be time-consuming and error-prone. The alternative is to develop a comprehensive data strategy, involving a data warehouse and business intelligence tools like Tableau or Power BI. However, the investment required may be out of reach for some organizations.
When asked about general-purpose no-code services such as Zapier, Parisot explained that although these tools can be configured for automated tasks and eliminate repetitive imports, they aren't designed explicitly with this purpose in mind. For example, Zapier excels in specific task automation, like adding a new row for CRM contacts, but struggles with updates or more complex scenarios.
This is where Actiondesk enters the scene as a dedicated spreadsheet tool, offering integrations with numerous CRM solutions, databases, data warehouses, support solutions like Zendesk and Intercom, billing systems like Stripe, and marketing and advertising services. Once a user syncs Actiondesk with multiple data sources, the tool automatically imports and refreshes data, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Furthermore, businesses can modify these datasets without altering their live databases.
The platform offers an interface similar to Excel or Google Sheets, with support for common formulas such as pivot tables, filtering, and ordering. Users don't need to learn SQL query writing or undergo a steep learning curve before taking advantage of Actiondesk. The tool also provides ready-to-use templates and report scheduling features, easily integrating into daily workflows via Slack and email.
With Actiondesk innovating the way businesses operate and excel by offering higher-quality reports minus the learning curve, it remains to be seen how this newcomer fares against giants like Excel. Regardless, businesses now have a powerful option with seamless live data integration to boost productivity and optimize their data-driven strategies. Get ready to experience the future of spreadsheet solutions for your business.
