When CRM systems first hit the market the success rate was actually very low at around 30%. However today the success rate is much higher thanks to a much better understanding of what is needed. Now the question is will customer relationship management work for you?
You can recognize a return on invest of your CRM system providing you understand what it is you actually need. Companies that understand what it is they need gain maximum benefits from their CRM system. Consider each of these elements to help determine what the best CRM software is for your company.
Carefully Consider The Vendor
Your CRM software can only be successful if it can meet your company needs. Earlier programs had very little selection but most new software recognizes the individual needs of companys so they allow for a much broader range of options and the ability to configure to a companys individual needs.
That said not all software is created equal. Some CRM software specializes in collecting data and then analyzing it, others specialize in data management, while still others are linked with Enterprise Management so it is integrated with sales, shipping, invoicing,...