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CRM Evaluation Center
Dec 4, 2008
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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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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Welcome to the CRM Mid-Market Abyss-PeopleSoft (5 Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan
Jun 26, 2003
Abstract : As the market shifts from sophisticated enterprise CRM implementations to the more competitive and overcrowded mid-market-large enterprise vendors tend to step on mid-market vendor's toes. The real concern is to determine whether the mid-market cultural and functional differences are well understood and acted upon or do the large players simply offer a smaller mockup of their existing enterprise solutions. This article, which evaluates the PeopleSoft mid-market CRM solution, is the first of a series of research articles that focus on the mid-market applications provided by large CRM vendors.
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Scala and Microsoft Become (Not So) Strange CRM Bedfellows Part Two: Market Impact Continued (4 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Aug 29, 2003
Abstract : Microsoft's foray into the CRM arena has not been a bed of roses, despite its indisputably large marketing muscle and R&D investment, its strong channel, traditionally attractive pricing policies, and the aura and experience within the market segment. Microsoft CRM remains both a threat and an opportunity for the most nimble mid-market CRM vendors. Microsoft’s entry with CRM evangelism through an array of seminars nationwide has bolstered the market’s awareness of the need for CRM applications.
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CRM RFP Template (1 Page)
by TEC Staff
Nov 22, 2007
Abstract : Don't let your CRM software selection become a risky venture. Play your cards right and use a CRM RFP template. Find out what a CRM RFP template is and how it can save you time and money. We also tell you how you can write your own CRM RFP template, so you can get the CRM solution you need for your enterprise. Don't place any bets until you have all the information you need about how you can make a CRM RFP work for you.
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Microsoft Lays Enforced-Concrete Foundation For Its Business Solutions Part 3: Challenges (5 Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Nov 5, 2002
Abstract : MBS is both a threat and an opportunity for the most nimble vendors, and mid-market CRM vendors might have acquired another lease of life extension in the medium term to redefine their value proposition, especially given that some have recently secured new funds and/or found solace in a partnership with IBM.
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'Best' of the Three CRM Solutions (3 Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan and Katarina Novatzki
Aug 5, 2004
Abstract : In 2004, Best Software acquired ACCPAC through its parent company The Sage Group plc and has now released a new version of its CRM product: SalesLogix 6.2. Their objective is clearly to gain as much market share as possible in the growing small and medium sized enterprise market (SME). Acquiring additional market share is a clear objective when competing in a target market that houses players such as Microsoft CRM, Salesforce.com and the mid-sized Siebel offering. It will be interesting to watch how Best Software will position its new 'trio' product lines ACT, ACCPAC, and SalesLogix on the battleground.
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'Best' of the Three CRM Solutions (3 Pages)
by Kevin Ramesan and Katarina Novatzki
Aug 5, 2004
Abstract : In 2004, Best Software acquired ACCPAC through its parent company The Sage Group plc and has now released a new version of its CRM product: SalesLogix 6.2. Their objective is clearly to gain as much market share as possible in the growing small and medium sized enterprise market (SME). Acquiring additional market share is a clear objective when competing in a target market that houses players such as Microsoft CRM, Salesforce.com and the mid-sized Siebel offering. It will be interesting to watch how Best Software will position its new 'trio' product lines ACT, ACCPAC, and SalesLogix on the battleground.
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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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The Lexicon of CRM - Part 3: From R to Z (4 Pages)
by Randy Garland
Nov 2, 2001
Abstract : CRM. C.R.M. itself is an acronym, standing for Customer Relationship Management. This is part three of a three-part article to provide explanation and meaning for most of the common CRM phraseology. Here, in alphabetical order, we continue the Lexicon of CRM
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