THE THINKING BEHIND THE NUMBER
How to use this calculator
This simple model multiplies average order value by expected purchases per year and customer lifespan. Cohort-based measurement is preferable once you have enough history.
A practical example
For illustration, enter average order value ₹1,000, purchases per customer per year 2, expected customer lifespan in years 3, contribution margin 30%. With the remaining fields at their starting values, the contribution lifetime value is ₹1,800.00. Replace these sample figures with your own numbers before making a decision.
How to read your result
Repeat frequency and lifespan are assumptions; this is not a guaranteed future customer value.
Use the result alongside your store analytics, product costs and operating context. If the inputs are estimates, treat the output as an estimate too. Change one input at a time to understand what drives the result.