Salesforce® has grown to become the largest player in the CRM market. One major reason for this has been its large ecosystems of specific clouds, from retail to healthcare and manufacturing. Salesforce pitches unique solutions to each of those sectors, catering to the different challenges each faces. But how would you know which Salesforce cloud best suits your business?

In this Ad Victoriam Salesforce Blog, we’ll explore some of Salesforce’s most popular clouds—Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Manufacturing Cloud, Health Cloud, and others—to help you decide which solution best solves your business needs.

Sales Cloud: Supercharging Your Sales Process

Sales Cloud is Salesforce’s flagship solution to accelerate sales, increase lead conversion, and develop stronger customer relationships. Be it a small business or a large enterprise, Sales Cloud provides tools to manage contacts, accounts, opportunities, and sales pipelines effectively.

Key Benefits:

• Lead Management: Automate capturing and scoring leads with AI-powered tools like Einstein Lead Scoring.
• Forecasting: Use real-time data to generate highly accurate sales forecasts.
• Customization: Make Sales Cloud your own with workflows and integrations customized to your needs.

Industry Fit:

Sales Cloud is an extremely flexible solution that will adapt to nearly any industry. However, industries such as manufacturing or tech in B2B companies usually have very long sales cycles and thus see the greatest benefit from robust pipeline management and forecasting tools.

Stat Spotlight:

With Sales Cloud, Salesforce reports that customers see a 32% increase in lead conversion and a 28% increase in sales revenue. Click here to learn more about these statistics.

Service Cloud: Raising the Bar on Customer Service Across Channels

Service Cloud was built to empower companies to provide the best customer service through the unification of all service touchpoints on one platform. Whether your business offers support via phone, email, chat, or social media, Service Cloud provides the tools to manage all these channels seamlessly.

Key Benefits:

• Omnichannel Routing: Route customers automatically to the right agent, selected based on expertise, availability, or customer priority.
• Self-Service Portals: Customers can sort out many common problems on their own through knowledge bases or communities. 
• AI-Powered Insights: Einstein AI provides agents with relevant solution suggestions and automates repetitive tasks.

Industry Fit:

Service Cloud would apply most to industries whose business relies a lot on customers and customer support, like retail, telecommunications, and financial services.

Stat Spotlight:

Companies using Service Cloud see a rise of 45% in customer retention and 34% in agents’ productivity. This and more are courtesy of Salesforce.

Manufacturing Cloud: Powering Production and Demand Forecasting

Manufacturing Cloud is purpose-built for manufacturers, offering tools to manage sales agreements, track production goals, and align supply chains with market demand. It bridges the gap between sales and operations with a holistic view of customer relationships, coupled with efficient production.

Key Benefits:

• Sales Agreement Management: Keep track of key metrics, including revenue targets, product mix, and shipment dates that ensure alignment between sales and production.
• Forecasting: Leverage AI-powered insights to project demand and make real-time adjustments to production schedules.
• Collaboration: Share real-time data across sales and operations for complete visibility and agility.

Industry Fit:

Manufacturing Cloud is the right fit for those discrete manufacturing, automotive, and high-tech companies where long-term contracts and complex supply chains call for increased coordination between sales and production teams.

Stat Spotlight:

According to Salesforce, with Manufacturing Cloud, manufacturers see a 40% improvement in forecast accuracy. Click here to learn more about these statistics.

Health Cloud: Innovative Patient-Centric Care

Salesforce Health Cloud empowers innovation at healthcare organizations with a set of capabilities powered by patient-centered care. This cloud helps manage patient information for better communication and delivers personalized care experiences at every touchpoint.

Key Benefits:

• Unified Patient Profiles: Integrate clinical and non-clinical data into one view to offer personalized care.
• Care Coordination: Allow the care team to collaborate in real-time and monitor patient progress by managing appropriate treatment plans.
• Compliance: Keep your organization aligned with HIPAA and other regulatory standards concerning data privacy and security.
• Compliance: Keep your organization aligned with HIPAA and other regulatory standards regarding data privacy and security.

Industry Fit:

Health Cloud would be imperative for any hospital, private practice, or pharmaceutical company in running a modernized delivery model with much-improved patient outcomes.

Stat Spotlight:

Salesforce reports that organizations with Health Cloud see a 22% reduction in patient readmission rates and a 31% increase in patient satisfaction. For more information, click here.

Salesforce Commerce Cloud & Consumer Goods Cloud: Making Retail Personal

Salesforce Commerce Cloud and Consumer Goods Cloud are necessary components in helping retailers provide personalized customer experiences and seamless continuity. These clouds empower companies in the retail industry to seamlessly connect digital and in-store touchpoints, drive efficient operations, and provide consistent omnichannel experiences.

Key Benefits:

• Personalized Journeys: Retailers can extend their abilities to present personalized promotions, recommended products, and marketing messages across online, mobile, and in-store touchpoints with the power of AI-driven insights.
• Unified Commerce: Both enable integration of all sales channels in-store, online, or via mobile apps on a single cohesive platform that assures consistency and friction-free customer shopping.
• Inventory Management: It enables real-time inventory tracking across all channels and allows retailers to ensure that the right products are available for customers wherever and whenever they need them, minimizing out-of-stocks and optimizing their replenishment strategies.
• Revenue Lifecycle Management Strategy (RLM): By implementing an RLM strategy, a business can quickly grow and succeed. By understanding your customers and their needs, you can improve your sales, marketing, and customer service efforts, leading to increased revenue, stronger customer relationships, and a more profitable business. 

Industry Fit:

Salesforce Commerce Cloud and Consumer Goods Cloud perfectly fit the needs to help retail and eCommerce businesses shape better customer interactions, build loyalty, and make supply chains much more efficient.

Stat Spotlight:

On average, retailers using Salesforce increase customer retention by 20% and sales revenue by 29%.  Learn more here.

Which Salesforce Cloud Is Right for You?

The correct Salesforce cloud is defined by the needs and challenges of your business. Here’s a quick guide to help you decide: 

• Sales Cloud: Ideal for those companies seeking to power up their sales processes using automation, especially for industries like manufacturing and technology that have B2B and long sales cycles.
• Service Cloud: Suitable for businesses, like retail or telecommunications, that are truly customer-service-based and require omnichannel support.
• Manufacturing Cloud: Built for manufacturing companies interested in a deep dive into sales agreements and production forecasts. 
• Health Cloud: For health organizations focusing on patient-centered care, among other areas of privacy and regulatory compliance.
• Commerce Cloud and Consumer Goods Cloud: Ideal for retailers who want to serve up frictionless, personalized shopping experiences from digital to physical touchpoints.

Whatever cloud you choose, Salesforce’s ecosystem has powerful tools to address specific business challenges. To dive deeper into how these clouds will improve your business outcomes, explore Salesforce’s full suite of solutions here.

How AdVic Can Help

At AdVic®, our team of certified Salesforce consultants is dedicated to guiding your business through the intricate landscape of Salesforce’s diverse cloud offerings. Whether you aim to enhance your sales processes with Sales Cloud, elevate customer support with Service Cloud, streamline manufacturing operations with Manufacturing Cloud, deliver patient-centric care with Health Cloud, or personalize retail experiences using Commerce Cloud and Consumer Goods Cloud, we provide tailored strategies and expert implementation to ensure you select and optimize the right tools for your industry. As a trusted Salesforce Consulting Partner, AdVic empowers your organization to harness the full potential of Salesforce’s ecosystem, driving efficiency, fostering stronger customer relationships, and fueling sustainable growth. Let us help you navigate your Salesforce journey and achieve your business goals with confidence.

For more information on how AdVic can support your Salesforce initiatives, visit our website or contact us today.

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For manufacturers, keeping up with today’s customer demands and a dynamic market requires a high-octane approach. But many manufacturers are stuck with clunky legacy systems that create data silos, hinder collaboration, and leave them with limited visibility.

That’s where Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud comes in. Imagine a single platform that streamlines operations, secures your valuable data, and gives you a complete picture of your customers – all while boosting collaboration, eliminating roadblocks, and keeping everything transparent. That’s the power of Manufacturing Cloud.

Fueling Your Business with Five Key Features

Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud isn’t just about adding bells and whistles. It’s a comprehensive suite designed to supercharge your manufacturing operations:

1. Rev Your Commercial Engine: Manage your entire sales pipeline, from the initial spark of an opportunity to order fulfillment and future demand forecasting. No more clunky handoffs or information black holes.
2. Strengthen Your Partner Network: Collaboration is key in today’s manufacturing world. Manufacturing Cloud fosters tighter relationships with your partners, boosting visibility, engagement, and overall performance.
3. Deliver a First-Class Service Experience: Transform your service function with a smarter, faster approach. From initial contact center interactions to field service and customer support, Manufacturing Cloud ensures a seamless experience that keeps your customers happy.
4. Power Up Your Workforce: Attract and retain top talent with a modern, mobile-friendly platform that allows your team to work productively from anywhere. Manufacturing Cloud keeps everyone connected and informed, no matter their location.
5. Turnkey Actionable Insights: Ditch the siloed data and fragmented reports. Manufacturing Cloud seamlessly integrates with your existing systems and leverages AI and analytics to deliver powerful insights that fuel better decision-making and execution.

Taking Your Manufacturing Cloud to the Next Level

Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud is a powerful platform, but there’s always room for extra horsepower. Consider these compatible add-ons to take your operations to the next level:

• Experience Cloud for Manufacturing: This pre-built template fosters collaboration between you and your channel partners, allowing for seamless teamwork on leads and opportunities.
• Salesforce Analytics: Unleash the true potential of your data with intelligent insights, predictions, and recommendations that can be customized to your specific needs. Gain valuable intel on sales agreement compliance, account health, pricing, and product performance.
• MuleSoft Anypoint Platform: Break down data silos and connect Manufacturing Cloud with all your other systems, both on-premise and cloud-based. Automate the entire order-to-cash process, create a unified forecast view, and drive automation across all your sales channels.

Summary

Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud offers transformative benefits for manufacturers, including modernizing commercial operations, simplifying partner engagement, transforming service experiences, enabling a future-ready workforce, and converting data into actionable insights. Enhancing the platform with add-ons like Experience Cloud, Analytics, and MuleSoft’s Anypoint Platform can further optimize business operations.

How AdVic Can Help

Implementing Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud is a strategic decision that can significantly transform your manufacturing operations. Partnering with a Salesforce for Manufacturing Consulting Team, like AdVic®, can help you maximize the value of this powerful platform. Our team, with proven expertise and industry-leading certifications, can help you develop a customized plan to achieve your specific goals. Schedule a day and time to talk with us.

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Are we really putting 2022 in our rearview mirror? Where did it go?

Well, there’s no looking back now, so let’s push forward with eyes wide open into what we hope will be an amazing 2023 for all! But before we do that, we wanted to take this opportunity to share the Top 22 Salesforce Blogs AdVic® published in 2022, ones that we got the most feedback from, and ones you may have missed.

Enjoy, and Happy New Year from all of us at Ad Victoriam Solutions!

#1. Highlights from the Salesforce Winter ‘23 Release

Salesforce® has once again packed their platform with exciting new features inside its Winter ‘23 Release, And as they always do, AdVic’s consultants have poured through every one of the new features in this release and have highlighted the ones they are most excited about.
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#2. 5 Common Questions Asked of Salesforce Partners

Through your research, you have found that Salesforce® products will work best for your organization. So, what’s next? It is time to look for a Salesforce Partner to implement (or modify) your technology. Here are five common questions Salesforce newbies (and vets, too) have asked AdVic.
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#3. Be the 1 of 8 Digital Transformations that Succeeds
Did you know that about one of eight digital transformations succeed? To be one of the successful ones, start by building a digital transformation strategic roadmap that includes obtaining buy-in from your stakeholders and the team.
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#4. AdVic’s Journey to be a Better Version of Ourselves
When we first embarked on our B Corp certification journey back in January of 2016, Ad Victoriam Solutions (AdVic®) was less than two-years-old, employed eight employees and was still operating out of a combination of shared workspaces and our founder’s basement. Fast forward to February of 2022 and we’re now over 150 employees strong located in 18 states across six time zones, and we’ve re-certified as a B Corp and continue to scale both fast and responsibly.
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#5. How a Relationship Turned Into a Partnership
It’s no secret that fostering positive relationships with your customers out-of-the-gate can help to transform those customers into real brand supporters and long-term partners. Such is the case with AdVic and a recent high-tech customer that provides cloud-based business solutions to their customers.
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#6. The Seven Stages of a Sales Pipeline
Not to be confused with a sales funnel – which looks at the whole customer journey and the various stages a consumer will go through in their journey towards purchase – a sales pipeline looks at the different steps in the sales process. These seven are generally considered to be the “standard” stages for a business that follows a typical sales process.
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#7. What is B2B2C?
Is your organization B2B, B2C, or B2B2C? The way you interact with your clients, the way you define success, and the technology you use all tie into the business model that defines your company.
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#8. Storytelling with Data
Data is more than a trending topic. Today, data drives business solutions and tells a story about what is happening in your business. Whether manufacturers are using data to pinpoint defects or downtime in their machines, retailers are analyzing their new loyalty programs, or a healthcare provider is monitoring patient engagement, data tells a story.
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#9. AdVic Empowered Minority Football Coaches
As a small nonprofit, NCMFC relies heavily on advisors in the technology, marketing, legal, and finance worlds to enhance their business practices. When it was time to implement Salesforce for their organization, an advisor recommended AdVic as a partner. With excitement, we jumped onboard this pro bono project to integrate Salesforce Nonprofit Success Pack into their organization.
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#10. Four Easy Ways to Get Involved and Make a Difference
At AdVic, we give every employee 40 hours of paid time-off to volunteer every year. We encourage them to get involved in their communities to give back, regardless of cause or organization. Here are four simple ways anyone — or a company – can get involved and give back.
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#11. Managed Services: How Does It Save Time & Money? When Do You Need It?
Simply put, Managed Services, and specifically a Managed Services Provider (MSP), handles the daily operations of your specialized technology applications so you and your teams can focus on driving revenue. But how do you know when it’s really time to enlist the services of an MSP before your day-to-day business is impacted?
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#12. Do You Need Sales Automation or An Upgrade?
From the top of the sales funnel to closing, the sales process has a lot of steps. In many cases sales begins with marketing initiating the first touching point. It could be socials, ads campaigns, or email marketing, and from there, prospects flow through the funnel hopefully landing in a closed deal. Here’s how sales automation increases productivity, accelerates the sales cycle, and increases revenue.
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#13. Equipment Manufacturer Replaces Legacy Systems and Thrives
Here’s how Residential Elevators is now seeing profound improvements with their new and improved CRM system. In the ever-evolving world of Salesforce®, their technology is continuously seeing updates, new features, and more functionality that enables their business to progress.
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#14. A Manufacturer’s Road to Success
The most successful digital transformations drive change from leadership to employees to provide customers with unforgettable experiences. They also require planning stages. Get our step-by-step “Guide to Success” for manufacturers.
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#15. Electrical Equipment Manufacturing Challenges and Growth
The electrical equipment sector of manufacturing is experiencing robust growth. According to Yahoo Finance, “The global electrical equipment market is expected to grow from $1,384.97 billion in 2021 to $1,540.25 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%.” Because the manufacturing industry, specifically electrical, was hit so hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, they are working tirelessly to get back on track.
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#16. Talking Tech Trends with Salesforce Ben & AdVic
During a 2022 AdVic “Salesforce Simplified” podcast – titled “Talking Tech Trends with Salesforce Ben” and featuring Salesforce Ben’s Ben McCarthy and AdVic President Brian Mize – we discussed top tech trends that may impact the industry and business practices in the near future.
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#17. ‘May the Fourth Volunteer With You’ Week a Huge Success at AdVic
After an inaugural volunteer week in 2019, and a two-year delay because of pandemic-related postponements, “May the Fourth Volunteer With You” week was back this year at AdVic. With three events at our headquarters just outside of Atlanta, and our remote employees participating in events across the country, our team came together to give back.
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#18. HexArmor’s Sales Director Talks About Sales Cloud
HexArmor‘s Director of Sales, Geno Lechuga, recently spoke on the AdVic “Salesforce Simplified” podcast about how his team benefits from being able to see every interaction prospects and customers have with his business—regardless of department—using the CRM platform that connects his whole company. Here’s some highlights from that conversation.
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#19. The Best Features of Salesforce Sales Cloud
For those who don’t know, Salesforce Sales Cloud – often referred to as the World’s #1 CRM – provides a platform to manage end-to-end functioning of the sales department for companies. In this Salesforce Blog, we focus on some of the best features of Sales Cloud.
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#20. The Project That Became a Partnership
AdVic’s initial project with FLUX Pumps was to implement a necessary Salesforce Sales Cloud solution. From this, their sales cycle was cut in half. They were awarded efficiency, visibility, and automation with their introductory digital transformation. FLUX achieved great milestones that included doubled conversions, a 20% increase in revenue, and a way to nurture leads that turned into customers.
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#21. What You Need to Know About Slack
Slack and Salesforce® have spearheaded a newfound innovation in the way that employees communicate, connect and collaborate. From internal marketing teams to recruiters connecting with new talent, Slack offers unmatched flexibility that allows all parties to communicate swiftly with their instant messaging capabilities, or their built-in video and voice capabilities. Inside the blog, download AdVic’s informative no-form Slack infographic.
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#22. Top Brands Do This to Create an Effective Customer Experience
These days, customer experience has become more than a buzz phrase. No matter the industry or the brand, companies have come to the realization that they need to focus on being more proactive, as opposed to reactive, when it comes to engaging with their customers.
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Globally, the industrial machinery industry remains in a crucial space as they are faced with disruptions from all aspects of the business. With supply chain, labor shortages, and an uptick in technology users, leaders in this space must quickly pivot to solutions that will advance business during these trying times.  

Companies that are using innovation to connect with their customers and partners are experiencing growth through the power of technology. Although many of the challenges manufacturers are experiencing stem from the pandemic, they continue to linger. 

What’s Broken? 

Supply Chain Disruption and Labor Shortages: It is getting harder and harder for manufacturers to find help. 

This challenge is compounded by the halt in mass production for almost two years which created a material supply shortage necessitating higher levels of productivity. Without enough labor, manufacturers are seeking additional equipment to help close the gap. Unfortunately, this equipment is not being produced quickly enough, and manufacturers still don’t not have enough people to handle the equipment once produced.   

Data Insights: Automation and smart machines are playing a larger and larger role in industrial manufacturing. From the diagnostics from the machines, increasing efficiencies, or being able to connect with partners, data plays a huge factor in the way manufacturers operate. 

When manufacturers cannot visualize data, they are missing out on key metrics that can benefit their business. Data provides manufacturers with real-time awareness of machinery operations, forecasts, cost, and customer experience, which keeps them competitive. One empowering aspect of data visibility is Predictive analytics which provides insights to improve productivity and profitability. By using data effectively, manufacturers can make actionable decisions to drive growth.

Tech Fixes

We outlined above the challenges this industry is facing. The good news is, we also have solutions! Solutions that are based on actionable insight can help alleviate the pain points many manufacturers may think are out of their control. 

• By diversifying suppliers, building relationships with partners, and improving demand forecasting manufacturers can improve their supply outcome. In addition, with data visualization and efficient account management, manufacturers can develop and maintain solid relationships with suppliers.
• Once the data is aggregated in one platform, successful analysis and application of the data is vital to success.  If data is optimized to its fullest potential, it can help leaders make smart, actionable decisions that affect operational efficiencies, profitability, customer experience, and factory floor maintenance. 

Of course Salesforce has functionality and solutions that can address these and other challenges. Clouds such as Sales Cloud, Manufacturing Cloud, and CRM Analytics are popular tools that are helping manufacturers. But we realize that one size does not fit all, that is why we conduct a deep discovery of your current state, challenges in addition to opportunities and your goals. 

If you are ready for the next steps, set up a call with our team. Count on us to get you where you need to be!

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The world of manufacturing is still undergoing robust changes, even two-years after the pandemic hit. From supply chain shortages, lack of technology, and worker shortages, the recovery is on its way, but it still has some time to go. Consumers are at the forefront of the negative trend. Customers are seeing an influx in prices and delays in shipping, causing a rift in relationships. This alone has forced manufacturers to modernize and revolutionize the way they conduct business. 

While all of these factors impact the manufacturing industry, the electrical equipment sector of manufacturing is experiencing robust growth. According to Yahoo Finance, “The global electrical equipment market is expected to grow from $1,384.97 billion in 2021 to $1,540.25 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.2%.” Because the manufacturing industry, specifically electrical, was hit so hard by the COVID-19 pandemic, they are working tirelessly to get back on track. 

Electrical equipment is a sub-sector of manufacturing, it includes electric lighting equipment, household appliances, power generation, transmission, switchers, transformers, and membranes. Their business models function in both B2B and B2C and can be sold on or offline.

Growing Sector Trends

As mentioned earlier, the need for creative electronic products is at the forefront of demand, given that products were halted due to the pandemic. However, digital technologies, such as the internet of things (IoT), are pushing the development and need for electrical components, driving a huge increase in demand.

Not only does digital technology rely on the innovation of electrical components, but physical technology, too. Smartphones, tablets, and gaming systems all rely on electrical products for power, not only in a home, but in cars and on the go. 

Manufacturing companies that are at the forefront of creating portable electrical components, generators, switchers, and other electrical products have a lot to look forward to in the near future. However, it is pivotal that this manufacturing sector maintains healthy relationships with their customers, partners and employees, while delivering the best possible solutions. A clear, solution-oriented framework is needed to light up the world for electrical equipment businesses. 

AdVic’s Salesforce Solution for Electrical Equipment Manufacturers 

Because of their exponential growth, it is important to maintain a healthy visualization of partners and customers for all departments. Salesforce’s customizable cloud solutions provide just that to extend their sales, service, and marketing efforts. 

Assembling the perfect cloud solutions for manufacturers in today’s time is our priority and expertise. With training and necessary tools for manufacturers, AdVic® tackles complex problems and dissolves data silos your company may be facing. Our nimble team of certified professionals across the United States will accelerate businesses by supporting your team from strategy to implementation. Schedule a time – below – to speak to our knowledgeable Salesforce professionals today. 

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Whether a customer is leaving a comment with a chatbot or having an initial conversation with a sales rep, they both define their experience with your company. Every touchpoint with customers influences their attitude towards your brand.  Why does this matter? It matters because Customer Excellence drives customer loyalty, advocacy, and retention. 

What Does Good Customer Excellence Look Like?

Good Customer Excellence is consistent. It coordinates with your brand values, builds trust with your customers, and is enjoyable throughout every stage in the sales funnel. It has a lasting effect on your customers that fuels recommendations and loyalty. 

It starts with knowing your customers and crafting experiences unique to their needs. If your customers are tech-savvy they may appreciate chatbots, and social channels to communicate with service reps. Or they may rely on traditional phone conversations. Either way, appealing to your customers results in positive experiences and good impressions. Of course, creating an environment that appeals to customers requires research data and training, however it can be done. 

Customer Excellence takes both internal and external effort. The employee experience directly determines Customer Excellence. That means employees should work in a setting that reflects the goal of Customer Excellence. Cultivating a positive work culture means empowering employees, and providing them with a clear understanding of your company’s goals. It takes collaboration, training, and an integrated effort to attack. 

Overcoming Friction In Customer Excellence

Hiccups and delays in projects are inevitable. There may be miscommunication, downtime in software, or maybe someone had an unexpected day-off. Either of these can lead to delays in projects, however, there is a way to overcome frustration from your clients. Communication. Easier said than done, however, being available to your customers is pivotal in maintaining their trust and satisfying their needs. 

Businesses across all industries have faced many challenges that have disrupted their relationship with customers. Recently, manufacturers were hit hard. From supply chain shortages to downtime in technology, or siloed systems, it was imperative that manufacturers found a way to reconstruct their relationship with customers. 

Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud offers cloud solutions tailored to bridge the gap between customers and manufacturers. How? Take a look at the illustrations below for some of the benefits of a Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud solution. 

With an Expert Level in Customer Excellence in Manufacturing and our position on the Salesforce Partner Advisory Board for Manufacturing, the AdVic Team is uniquely qualified to help your company streamline operations, increase transparency, improve forecasting, and much more. Why not talk to us today about making a Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud solution work for your business? We’re just a click away!

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2022 is the year! The year to connect your disparate systems, the year of automation, 360-degree data, and connecting with your customers like never before. If you are in the planning stages of your digital transformation, your company is on the way to great success.

A complete digital transformation is a great strategy for combating outdated processes and adapting to today’s standards. Customers want personalized experiences and service teams need access to customer data to deliver the expected results. A comprehensive CRM system can empower both.

Salesforce’s Manufacturing Cloud is an AI-powered tool that is built to tackle manual processes, unexpected downtime, and disorganization that many companies are facing. Imagine having one platform that caters to customers, partners, and employees? Manufacturing Cloud is just that. When approached with intention, implementation, integration, or managed services can be achieved using this tool to enhance your business.  

The most successful digital transformations drive change from leadership to employees to provide customers with unforgettable experiences. They also require planning stages. The infographic below (Download Here) illustrates a roadmap to incorporate in your planning. Here’s to gearing up for a successful year! 

 If you would like to learn how the  Ad Victoriam Consulting Team can get to work for you starting today and help you execute a plan for better manufacturing efficiencies, click here.

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What is Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud? 

Manufacturing Cloud was created specifically for manufacturers to streamline operations, secure data, and gain a 360-degree view of customer profiles, while also driving collaboration, eliminating inefficiencies, and maximizing transparency.

Why Consider a Salesforce for Manufacturing Solution?

Here are the five most important things Salesforce Manufacturing Cloud does for businesses:

1. Modernize Commercial Operations: Manage your complete book of business from opportunity through order management and demand forecasting.
2. Simplify Partner Engagement: Drive greater partner visibility, engagement, and performance.
3. Transform the Service Experience: Enable faster and smarter service experience optimized from the contact center through field service to the customer.

4. Enable the Workforce of the Future: Enhance employee productivity, and agility with modern experiences for the work-from-anywhere world.
5. Translate Data into Insights and Actions: Integrate legacy systems and enable better decision making and execution by AI, analytics, and the Salesforce platform.

Compatible Add-On Suggestions

So, now that you know the most important solutions Salesforce for Manufacturing offers your business, here are a couple of compatible add-ons to consider that will take your Manufacturing Cloud platform to the next level:

– Incorporating Experience Cloud for Manufacturing delivers a new pre-built template specific for manufacturers that extends sales agreements to channel partners, allowing them to easily collaborate together on leads and opportunities.

– Analytics extends the power of Manufacturing Cloud by infusing intelligent insights, predictions, and recommendations into your day-to-day operations. With a fully customizable platform, executives and account teams can discover insights into sales agreement compliance, account health, pricing, and product performance.

– Additionally, adding MuleSoft’s Anypoint Platform unlocks data from any application, data source or device—whether that data is on-premise or in the cloud. By enabling organizations to connect Manufacturing Cloud with other systems, sales and operations leaders can automate the complete order-to-cash process, create a comprehensive forecast view and drive business process automation across all sales channels.

When you’re ready to align sales and operations, unify account planning and forecasts, and deliver greater transparency with a tailor-made CRM for manufacturers, the AdVic Salesforce for Manufacturing Consulting Team is ready. Our team has earned Salesforce’s Manufacturing Industry Expert Level, which verifies that AdVic is one of the most experienced and capable Manufacturing-focused Salesforce partners, one that meets the highest standards of customer satisfaction. Let’s develop your plan starting today.

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Automation boosts efficiency and creativity in employees by removing tedious and manual tasks and freeing them to tune in to what is important. It also provides customers with what they need to have a memorable and personalized experience. Take a look at what it can do for you.

Clear data provides valuable insights into customer profiles, allowing you to better understand their needs and desires. Do away with old filing methods and introduce dashboards and reports at your fingertips.

With Manufacturing Cloud, sales projections are easily accessible for production planning. Without planned production, your company risks over-production, price deflations and unsold goods.

Customers expect personalized journeys as they shop. Commerce Cloud allows you to craft an innovative shopping experience from end-to-end.

Service Cloud simplifies customer interaction by unifying departments to track customer data, manage cases, and to make smart decisions with data and dashboards.

Experience Cloud customizes each journey for internal teams and customers. Build a welcoming community with consistent interactions on every channel.

Build a meaningful connection with customers using MuleSoft’s interconnected platform. Offering a 360° customer view, data security, compliance, and resilient operations, the MuleSoft® platform sets your business up to excel.

While an upfront investment is expected, ultimately, the benefit of automation outweighs the risk. Through clarity and decreased human error, technology prepares businesses for new heights. AdVic’s innovative, trusted and experienced team of certified Salesforce® consultants will commit themselves to maximizing your platform’s capabilities so your team is empowered beyond expectations. What can we help you do starting today? Contact us here, or fill out the brief form below.

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