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CRM Evaluation Center

Nov 23, 2009
Today's usage of Decision Support Systems (DSS), combined with vetted CRM knowledge bases, allows organizations to save time and money, achieving better and more reliable/fully-documented decisions, a quantum improvement over the widely-used subjective process of selecting complex enterprise software...
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CRM: The Truth, The Whole Truth And Nothing But The Truth(For A Change) (7 Pages)
by Dick Lee/Caribou Lake
Feb 15, 2003 Abstract : Finding out the true facts about what makes CRM tick and how fast it circles the ROI clock—if it indeed reaches ROI-has long frustrated potential CRM implementers looking for answers. And getting good answers really matters, because their only alternative to being forewarned may be leaping into enterprise-wide, mega-bucks, change management-laden CRM implementations—and testing the depth of the water with both feet. For the first time, there are statistically-based, substantive answers to many questions about CRM.
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Surado! A Rising Mid-market CRM Provider (3 Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan
Oct 16, 2003 Abstract : Our quest for quality and well-priced mid-market CRM software solutions, takes us this week to review Surado Solutions Inc. developers of Surado CRM Solutions. Surado positions itself high in many functional areas, against many mid-market software vendors such as SalesLogix, Epicor, Microsoft CRM, Kana, and Commence Corporation.
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CRM: Creating a Credible Business Case and Positioning It with the CEO Part Two: Linking CRM with Organizational Direction (6 Pages)
by Glen Petersen
Nov 9, 2004 Abstract : An effective business case must link CRM with achieving organizational objectives; but this step is just the beginning. Credibility implies that the document clearly delineates assumptions regarding cause and effect plus the mechanism that will be used to assess results and declare success.
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Comparing On Demand Customer Relationship Management Service Alternatives (5 Pages)
by Jim Berkowitz
Dec 5, 2005 Abstract : Customer relationship management (CRM) functionality can fall into four categories: core functionality; non-core functionality; vertical, industry-specific features; and accounting-related features. When evaluating and selecting a CRM solution, enterprises must be aware of the potential issues associated with functions and features that are not part of core CRM functionality.
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A Customer Relationship Management Solution Aims To Cover all the Bases (6 Pages)
by Osman Baig and Shahid Hannan
Aug 17, 2006 Abstract : Surado Solutions aims to provide a complete customer relationship management suite. We'll analyze Surado CRM 5.0 from the perspectives of core functionality, its distinguishing factors, and the challenges users may face when considering the Surado solution.
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CRM, Success, and Best Practices: A Wake Up Call Part Two: Modeling Success with Senior Management and CRM Culture (8 Pages)
by Glen S. Petersen
Oct 22, 2004 Abstract : To maximize the return on investment of a customer relationship management system, a new CRM best practices model should be used. A point-based system, self-assessment model that emphasizes senior management leadership and the need to create a culture consistent with CRM can lead to a deployment strategy that is correlated with success. An interactive version of this assessment is included with this article.
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CRM ROI: Creating a Business Case (5 Pages)
by Tom Pisello
Jul 23, 2004 Abstract : Companies need to implement serious yardstick work when seeking to evaluate CRM-software investments. This involves creating a cost-benefit analysis, determining the tangible and intangible benefits, and the risks involved with CRM implementation.
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Why CRM Is So Hard and What To Do About It: Data is key to making CRM work (3 Pages)
by Barry Briggs
Dec 25, 2002 Abstract : Making a CRM investment work is a two-step process that begins with unifying disparate systems by creating and managing standardized, reusable business definitions mapped to the different CRM system schemas throughout the organization.
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Why CRM Is So Hard and What To Do About It: Data is key to making CRM work (3 Pages)
by Barry Briggs
Apr 30, 2002 Abstract : Making a CRM investment work is a two-step process that begins with unifying disparate systems by creating and managing standardized, reusable business definitions mapped to the different CRM system schemas throughout the organization.
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