CRM software isn’t just for high tech businesses… [gap height=”5″ /] It’s for every business – big and small! Every business owner needs a way to stay organized, effectively grow their business, and nurture their customer relationships. [gap height=”10″ /] While the rolodex may have been sufficient in the old days, modern businesses have discovered how…
When it comes to small business CRM every business required different features. However, there is a core set of features that small businesses should make sure that CRMs include to make sure that the solution you choose will work for you now and in the future. The last thing you want to have to deal…
It’s Valentine’s Day is this weekend! And while you’re browsing the aisles of heart shaped chocolates and overpriced cards, don’t forget about your other Valentine – your customers! They have put their time, money, and faith into you – so don’t they at least deserve yours? After all, you may have wooed them once, but…
Buying a CRM system for your small business may seem overwhelming. There are hundreds of choices to choose from, but some may not have all the features that you need to run your business. Here’s a CRM checklist made to help small businesses figure out what features they need from their CRM. Click here for…
Most of the time when people talk about CRM software it’s from the perspective as a sales and marketing tool. However, CRM software can also enhance in-house customer service. When it comes to not only winning business, but also providing your customers with exceptional service, a CRM solution can be a valuable tool. With an…
While popular among business circles and forever immortalized as one of the grandfathers of cloud software, Salesforce CRM is no longer the top CRM system on the market and there are several alternatives that are better for small and mid-sized companies. Why do you need an alternative to Salesforce CRM? Why wouldn’t you want alternatives…
How long did it take for this blog post to appear? 2 seconds? 4? The blink of an eye? However long it took – thanks for sticking around! Because studies show that these days, even 400 milliseconds — literally the blink of an eye — is considered too long to wait for a page to load.…
“Year’s end is neither an end nor a beginning but a going on, with all the wisdom that experience can instil in us. Cheers to a new year and another chance for us to get it right.” – Oprah Winfrey. Today, many people will be busy making New Year’s Resolutions. Perhaps they want to lose…
With Christmas parties to attend, presents to buy, and chocolates to eat, it can become pretty difficult to sit down, focus, and get some work finished. Here are 5 tips to help you stay productive during the holidays! 1. Buy Online Don’t have time to wait in line? In your after-work time, try online shopping.…
In our last article we touched on the features and functions of a CRM that were particularly important to small businesses. In this second instalment, we look at the less technical CRM needs of these organizations, such as: Ease of use Inexpensive software or service Limited user training requirements, and availability of low cost online training Ease…