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The Logan Bartlett Show

EP 108: Olivier Pomel (CEO, Datadog) Shares Every Lesson From Scaling to $40B

Jun 14, 2024
CEO of Datadog, Olivier Pomel, shares insights on fundraising, building the right product, open beta transition, platform vision, customer-centric approach, bottom-up sales strategy, collaborative management, staying close to customers, pricing strategy, fostering culture of discipline, AI impact, choosing NYC over Silicon Valley.
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  • Datadog's success: $25M capital spend, $2.5B revenue, efficiency focus.
  • Empowering teams shift: autonomy, trust, collaboration, decentralized decision-making.

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Datadog's Efficient Growth Strategy

Datadog's success story revolves around its $25 million capital expenditure while achieving a remarkable $2.5 billion revenue mark. The company's journey demonstrates a steadfast commitment to efficiency and cost discipline. By eschewing unnecessary expenses and focusing on a real problem-solving approach, Datadog was able to create a solid foundation for sustainable growth. This disciplined approach also extended to avoiding bad deals and maintaining a clear focus on adding value for customers in the long term.

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