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Understanding Servala's Investment Models
Our calculator uses proven, market-realistic scaling based on European managed services industry data. Returns are conservative and align with current investment expectations.
| Investment Amount | Instance Multiplier | Revenue Premium | Performance Bonus Cap | Grace Period Bonus | Expected 3-Year ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500,000 | 1.0x | Standard rates | 8% | Base period | 40-60% |
| 1,000,000 | 1.5x | +10% per instance | 10% | +2 months | 60-80% |
| 1,500,000 | 1.8x | +15% per instance | 12% | +3 months | 70-90% |
| 2,000,000 | 2.0x | +20% per instance | 15% | +3 months | 80-100% |
3-8% Annual Returns
Fixed interest lending with guaranteed monthly payments. Low risk, predictable returns.
200-400% Potential Returns
Performance-based revenue sharing with exponential scaling bonuses and extended grace periods.
| Model | Risk Level | Expected ROI | Break-even | Profit Potential |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loan Model (1M) | Low | 15-25% over 3 years | 12-18 months | 150,000 - 250,000 |
| Direct Investment (1M) | Moderate | 60-80% over 3 years | 18-24 months | 600,000 - 800,000 |
| Direct Investment (2M) | High | 80-100% over 3 years | 20-26 months | 1,600,000 - 2,000,000 |
Choose the scenarios that best match your market conditions and sales capabilities:
3% monthly churn
Steady growth: 3-8 new clients/month
Best for: Established markets, risk-averse CSPs
~200 total clients over 3 years
4% monthly churn
Balanced growth: 5-15 new clients/month
Best for: Competitive markets, balanced approach
~350 total clients over 3 years
5% monthly churn
Rapid growth: 8-25 new clients/month
Best for: High-growth strategies, active sales
~500 total clients over 3 years
Shows when your investment becomes profitable and how returns develop monthly. Look for the point where lines cross zero.
Your cumulative profit/loss over time. Above zero = profitable, below zero = still recovering investment.
ROI percentages across different growth scenarios - compare best and worst-case outcomes.
Monthly revenue analysis showing service revenue, core revenue, CSP total, and Servala revenue share.
These projections are based on European managed services market data (13-15% CAGR) and current industry standards. Actual results may vary significantly based on market conditions, execution, and competitive factors.
| Scenario | Market Conditions | Expected Growth | Break-even Time | 3-Year ROI Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pessimistic | Economic downturn, strong competition | 5-10% annually | 30-36 months | 20-40% |
| Realistic | Normal market conditions | 15-25% annually | 18-24 months | 50-80% |
| Optimistic | Favorable market, rapid adoption | 25-35% annually | 12-18 months | 80-120% |
Consider these projections as best-case scenarios under favorable conditions. Prudent investors should plan for the \"Realistic\" scenario while hoping for \"Optimistic\" outcomes.
Currency selection only changes display format - no conversion is performed. Enter all amounts in your chosen currency.
Monthly Payment = P × [r(1+r)^n] / [(1+r)^n - 1]
Where P = Principal, r = Monthly rate, n = Total payments
Automatically calculated: Actual instances ÷ Baseline instances
1.0x = baseline, 1.5x = 50% above baseline, 2.0x = double baseline
Your profit after subtracting your initial investment. Positive = profitable.
Additional income from selling compute/storage per instance. 100% retained by CSP - not shared with Servala.
You keep 100% of service revenue + all core revenue. Larger investments get longer grace periods.
Bonuses apply when you exceed 110% of baseline growth, providing up to 35% additional revenue share for large investments.
Automatically calculated metric: actual results ÷ baseline expectations. Cannot be manually configured.
Based on industry benchmarks and historical data, but actual results may vary with market conditions.