Customer Relationship Management

Customer Relationship Management

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) is a strategy and technology businesses use to manage and analyze customer interactions and data throughout the customer lifecycle. CRM aims to improve business relationships with customers, assist in customer retention, and drive sales growth.

CRM systems are integral to modern business strategies, especially in improving customer relationships, enhancing customer service, and driving sales growth. The components of CRM systems are varied, but they share common goals: to store, analyze, and manage customer information in a way that benefits both the business and its client

CRMs can be software-based, which requires users to download and install a local copy of the software, either installing occasional updates or purchasing new licenses to use the product for a set amount of time (or both.) CRM systems usually integrate with third-party services and help automate business workflows, including sales, marketing, customer loyalty programs, billing, contract management, and call management.

Key Components of Customer Relationship Management Systems

Contact Management

Interaction Tracking

Lead Management

Sales Automation

Marketing Automation

Analytics and Reporting