The only way you're going to get approval for "improving things" is if you can do both of the following: 1. Build a sound business case that shows that there is

The only way you're going to get approval for "improving things" is if you can do both of the following: 1. Build a sound business case that shows that there is return on effort for the startup, and 2. Build a proof of concept that shows HOW it can be done in your environment. If you can't do both, then it will be fairly difficult to sell your company on your ideas for process improvement.