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CRM Evaluation Center

Nov 24, 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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Sales Force Automation, Customer Relationship Management, and Sales Training: A Fusion of Methodology and Technology ( Pages)
by Dave Stein and Al Case
May 23, 2006 Abstract : Many organizations find it challenging to adopt sales force automation and customer relationship management solutions. Formal sales training and the related reinforcement tools can make the difference. We examine the key challenges and propose some solutions.
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What Is the Value Proposition of Support and Maintenance? ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
Apr 2, 2007 Abstract : Mature systems in any enterprise require an approach different from newer implementations to software support—one that focuses on customization, interoperability, and performance support. Yet despite this fact, most vendors continue to offer the same one-size-fits-all models of support.
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The Web-Enabled Sales Process ( Pages)
by Emmett Holt
Mar 30, 2006 Abstract : Traditional enterprise-level sales strategies are no longer sufficient in bringing new customer accounts. Today's self-directed buyers delay sales contact and pre-qualify solutions via the Internet. Sales can leverage this medium by understanding the buy cycle to deliver value and begin an influential on-line relationship.
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Have You Ever Asked Yourself, 'Is My Company Experiencing a Sales Breakdown?' ( Pages)
by Dave Stein
Feb 25, 2003 Abstract : No matter how strong or experienced you are as a sales professional, sales executive or smaller company CEO, if the infrastructure supporting your sales effort is not in place, achieving your revenue targets will be like attempting to climb Mt. Everest wearing running shoes.
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Minimizing The Total Cost of Technical Support for Enterprise Applications ( Pages)
by David Bourque
Nov 20, 2006 Abstract : Many organizations don't follow formalized processes for technical support evaluation. However, technical support is a vital component of any enterprise software solution. The fact is, poor technical support can have a severe impact on a solution's total cost of ownership.
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Minimizing the Total Cost of Technical Support for Enterprise Applications ( Pages)
by David Bourque
Jan 25, 2008 Abstract : Many organizations don’t follow formalized processes for technical support evaluation. However, technical support is a vital component of any enterprise software solution. The fact is, poor technical support can have a severe impact on a solution’s total cost of ownership.
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The Web-based Sales Portal—A Catalyst for Business Transformation ( Pages)
by B.K. Mahesh and Noorani Subramanian Hariharan
Aug 3, 2007 Abstract : A sales portal is one of many tools that can be used to help transform a business. In this article, key structural and functional elements as well as the advantages of implementing and effectively using a sales portal are discussed.
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Service Supply Chain Strategies to Increase Corporate Profitability ( Pages)
by Morris Cohen
Jun 22, 2004 Abstract : This article describes the unique challenges of the service supply chain, provides a framework for understanding the service management decision hierarchy, and highlights the dramatic value proposition available to companies that deploy advanced service strategies and decision-support tools to address these challenges. Brief case studies from leading service organizations Cisco and KLA-Tencor show examples of successful deployments of service supply chain strategies.
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No Yawn Intended: Enterprise Applications Giant Introduces a Mid-tier Support Choice ( Pages)
by P.J. Jakovljevic
May 9, 2006 Abstract : Many market observers might yawn at SAP's recent Premium Support announcement, but users increasingly appreciate more choice and certainty, and may take notice of what the market leader is trying to do with this middle-of-the-road support option.
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