CRM Implementation: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
Most failed CRM projects start with buying licenses instead of describing processes.
Mistake 1. No measurable goal
«We want order in sales» is not a goal. Reducing the deal cycle by 15% is.
Mistake 2. Copying someone else's pipeline
Stages must reflect your reality, otherwise managers will work around the system.
Mistake 3. Too many fields
Every required field is a reason to fill the CRM at the end of the day «somehow».
Mistake 4. Ignoring integrations
Email, telephony and the accounting system must exchange data automatically.
Mistake 5. No training or support
People adopt a tool when they understand the benefit for themselves.