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Abstract:
Customer relationship management (CRM) can be a tool for positive change in businesses' operations. Or CRM can—unintentionally—cause
a host of problems, from lost employee time to lost customer data. But with the right information, implementing CRM allows
evolution without the upset of revolution. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Customer relationship management (CRM) can be a tool for positive change in businesses' operations. Or CRM can—unintentionally—cause
a host of pro...
Published:
2007-09-24
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Abstract:
Manugistics’ launch of SRM is clear evidence that it intends to stake a larger claim in the E&HT market, the near-exclusive
domain of its arch-nemesis i2 Technologies. (...)
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Manugistics’ launch of SRM is clear evidence that it intends to stake a larger claim in the E&HT market, the near-exclusive
domain of its arch-nem...
Published:
2001-08-10
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Abstract:
Despite technological advances, users are dissatisfied with customer relationship management (CRM) systems. Ambiguous terms
do not provide the vocabulary for concrete action and measurable expectations. Thus, CRM is perceived to be about intangibles,
and is approached with a let's-hope–for-the-best men (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Despite technological advances, users are dissatisfied with customer relationship management (CRM) systems. Ambiguous terms
do not provide the voc...
Published:
2008-09-29
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Abstract:
The business case for integrating call center service resolution management into customer relationship management is becoming
increasingly obvious, as companies need to rely more on inbound (customer-generated) calls than on outbound telemarketing
efforts. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
The business case for integrating call center service resolution management into customer relationship management is becoming
increasingly obvious...
Published:
2007-12-07
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Abstract:
Properly implemented supplier relationship management solutions can help companies overcome some of today's business challenges
by allowing them to restructure their supply chains, align business processes, define and establish company-supplier relationships,
and integrate information systems to share in (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Properly implemented supplier relationship management solutions can help companies overcome some of today's business challenges
by allowing them t...
Published:
2007-01-19
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Abstract:
Integrated customer relationship management and call center solutions (sometimes referred to as service resolution management)
have, despite initial glitches, reportedly helped some service companies realize remarkable returns on investment in addition
to improved customer satisfaction rates. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Integrated customer relationship management and call center solutions (sometimes referred to as service resolution management)
have, despite initi...
Published:
2009-09-04
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Abstract:
Major vendors are noting the growing demand for software as a service. However, smaller providers are forging new ground
by offering services for inventory and collaborative planning. (...)
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Major vendors are noting the growing demand for software as a service. However, smaller providers are forging new ground by
offering services for ...
Published:
2006-03-16
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Abstract:
Applications are more often outsourced than infrastructure, and this is increasingly done through software as a service (SaaS).
Vendors such as WebEx, Webcom, MCA Solutions, and Ariba are delivering applications as SaaS. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Applications are more often outsourced than infrastructure, and this is increasingly done through software as a service (SaaS).
Vendors such as We...
Published:
2006-03-17
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Abstract:
Businesses today need to demonstrate their value to customers by making information that is relevant to them accessible.
Hence the need for knowledge management software, which helps companies segment and then distribute the information their
customers want to know. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Businesses today need to demonstrate their value to customers by making information that is relevant to them accessible. Hence
the need for knowle...
Published:
2007-12-12
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Abstract:
No company today can afford to ignore the value of its customers' natural social networking behavior. The advantages that
these social networks can bring to a company's customer relationship management platform are powerful tools that can ultimately
improve its products. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
No company today can afford to ignore the value of its customers' natural social networking behavior. The advantages that
these social networks ca...
Published:
2007-05-28
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Abstract:
Developing the competitive edge involves information gathering and communicating. Using a continuous feedback loop that incorporates
sales, service, and customer satisfaction, will help you realize the benefits of a CRM system. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Developing the competitive edge involves information gathering and communicating. Using a continuous feedback loop that incorporates
sales, servic...
Published:
2005-02-16
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Abstract:
CRM system can increase your profits and build customer loyalty by streamlining your processes and provide better quality
products and services. However, you first must be prepared to overcome lack of requirements, combat scope creep, and compensate
for lack of skills. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
CRM system can increase your profits and build customer loyalty by streamlining your processes and provide better quality
products and services. H...
Published:
2005-02-15
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Abstract:
Developing the competitive edge involves information gathering and communicating. Using a continuous feedback loop that incorporates
sales, service, and customer satisfaction, will help you realize the benefits of a CRM system. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Developing the competitive edge involves information gathering and communicating. Using a continuous feedback loop that incorporates
sales, servic...
Published:
2005-02-16
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Abstract:
CRM system can increase your profits and build customer loyalty by streamlining your processes and provide better quality
products and services. However, you first must be prepared to overcome lack of requirements, combat scope creep, and compensate
for lack of skills. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
CRM system can increase your profits and build customer loyalty by streamlining your processes and provide better quality
products and services. H...
Published:
2005-02-15
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Abstract:
For this Showdown, we looked at all three of the main CRM modules: sales force automation, marketing automation, and customer
service and support. To eliminate any chance of bias and to ensure a level playing field, all the criteria that make up these
three modules in our CRM Evaluation Center were given (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
For this Showdown, we looked at all three of the main CRM modules: sales force automation, marketing automation, and customer
service and support....
Published:
2008-09-29
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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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how to improve relationship management:
Companies need to implement serious yardstick work when seeking to evaluate CRM-software investments. This involves creating
a cost-benefit analys...
Published:
2004-07-23
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Abstract:
Mid-sized companies have the agility of small businesses, and are resource-rich enough to handle CRM implementation. However,
without comprehensive planning, attainable objectives, metrics, and check points mid-sized companies will not realize success
and full potential from their CRM system. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Mid-sized companies have the agility of small businesses, and are resource-rich enough to handle CRM implementation. However,
without comprehensiv...
Published:
2005-02-14
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Abstract:
The business ecosystem has shifted focus from corporation to customer, and the location of value has changed with it. Where
value had historically been located in products and services, it is now located in the value produced by the customer. (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
The business ecosystem has shifted focus from corporation to customer, and the location of value has changed with it. Where
value had historically...
Published:
2006-09-21
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Abstract:
Creating specific CRM strategies means developing measurable goals and calculating your ROI to achieve them. These in addition
to a technical framework, sales and marketing strategies, including Internet strategies, and customer satisfaction metrics
will create a smooth running CRM machine in your compan (...)
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how to improve relationship management:
Creating specific CRM strategies means developing measurable goals and calculating your ROI to achieve them. These in addition
to a technical fram...
Published:
2005-02-17
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Abstract:
No company today can afford to ignore the value of its customers' natural social networking behavior. The advantages that
these social networks can bring to a company's customer relationship management platform are powerful tools that can ultimately
improve its products. (...)
Excerpt related to
how to improve relationship management:
No company today can afford to ignore the value of its customers' natural social networking behavior. The advantages that
these social networks ca...
Published:
2007-05-28