IC voting app for VCs

IC voting app is created for venture capital firms to run their IC voting process. It allows a specific set of people to securely log in and vote on companies.

Here's a step-by-step guide for using the IC voting app for VCs template:

Introduction

The IC voting app for VCs is a powerful tool designed to streamline the investment committee (IC) voting process for venture capital firms. This template provides a secure platform where authorized users can log in and vote on investment proposals.

Getting Started

To begin using this template:

1. Click the "Start with this Template" button in the Lazy Builder interface.

Test the Application

After starting with the template:

1. Click the "Test" button in the Lazy Builder interface.
2. This will initiate the deployment process and launch the Lazy CLI.

Using the App

Once the app is deployed, you can access its features:

User Management

1. The first user to log in will automatically be added to the allowed list.
2. To manage users:
3. Navigate to the "User Management" section.
4. Here you can add new admin emails or remove existing ones.

Investment Proposals

1. To add a new investment proposal:
2. Go to the "Investment Proposals" section.
3. Click the "Add New Proposal" button.
4. Fill in the required information:
   • Company Name
   • Description
   • Funding Amount

5. Submit the proposal.

6. To manage existing proposals:

7. In the "Investment Proposals" section, you can view all proposals.
8. Use the "Toggle Vote Status" button to open or close voting for each proposal.

Voting

1. Active votes can be found on the home page.
2. For each proposal, users can:
3. Vote to Approve
4. Vote to Reject

5. Abstain from voting

6. The voting status is updated in real-time, showing:

7. The number of votes cast
8. Anonymized voter information

Security and Authentication

The app uses Google authentication to ensure secure access. Only users with email addresses in the allowed list can access the application.

Customization

You can customize the app's appearance by modifying the CSS in the styles.css file. The app uses Bootstrap for styling, so you can leverage Bootstrap classes for further customization.

By following these steps, you'll have a fully functional IC voting app for your venture capital firm, allowing for secure and efficient decision-making on investment proposals.

Here are the top 5 business benefits of this IC voting app template for venture capital firms:

Template Benefits

1. Streamlined Decision-Making: The app facilitates a structured and efficient investment committee voting process, allowing VCs to make faster, more informed decisions on potential investments.

2. Secure Access Control: With built-in authentication and an allow list feature, the app ensures that only authorized personnel can access and participate in the voting process, maintaining confidentiality and integrity of investment decisions.

3. Real-Time Voting Transparency: The app provides real-time updates on voting status, allowing IC members to see current vote counts and participant activity, promoting transparency and collaboration in the decision-making process.

4. Centralized Investment Proposal Management: The template includes features for adding, viewing, and managing investment proposals in one place, making it easier for VCs to organize and track potential deals throughout the evaluation process.

5. Flexible Voting Options: The app supports multiple voting options (approve, reject, abstain) and allows for reopening closed votes, providing the flexibility needed to accommodate various VC firm voting policies and procedures.