How Much Should a Marketing Cloud Implementation Cost?
Questions you should ask, types of implementations you should be offered, and hidden costs you need to look out for.
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This is the service type companies are most familiar with, since Implementation Services are what it takes to get up and running on a new Salesforce Product.
WHAT IS A SALESFORCE IMPLEMENTATION?
A Salesforce implementation is the process of installing, configuring, and customizing Salesforce to meet the specific needs of a business.
This can involve a wide range of tasks, such as:
- Migrating data from an existing CRM system to Salesforce
- Creating custom objects and fields
- Defining workflows and processes
- Integrating Salesforce with other systems
- Training users on how to use Salesforce
But this is just the start. The end-to-end process of getting set up on Salesforce is a journey that often requires outside expertise.
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BENEFITS OF SALESFORCE IMPLEMENTATION SERVICES
There are many benefits to using Salesforce implementation services, including:
- Speed: A professional Implementation Partner can help you to implement Salesforce quickly and efficiently, since they have a provide delivery methodology and team of Consultants that have done identical projects in the past.
- Expertise: A Certified Salesforce Partner guarantees they have the experience they claim. The AppExchange provides a scoring system with verified data on a Partner's completed projects.
- Cost-effectiveness: Despite the hourly rate of an Implementation Partner being around $200/hr-$275/hr, you will save in the long-term. The simple fact remains that you are paying a lot each month for Salesforce and properly investing in Implementation Services will mean that investment is put to good use.
- Peace of mind: Knowing that your Salesforce implementation is in the hands of a professional can give you peace of mind and places the outside Firm as a sole point of accountability for the project deliverables.Different types of Salesforce implementation services
TYPES OF SALESFORCE IMPLEMENTATION SERVICES
There are many different types of Salesforce implementation services available, including:
- Full implementation: This includes all of the tasks involved in installing, configuring, and customizing Salesforce.
- Partial implementation: This includes only a subset of the tasks involved in implementing Salesforce.
- Managed services: This includes ongoing support and maintenance of Salesforce.
CHOOSING A SALESFORCE IMPLEMENTATION PARTNER
When choosing a Salesforce implementation partner, there are a few things you should keep in mind:
- Experience: The partner should have experience implementing Salesforce in businesses similar to yours.
- Expertise: The partner should have expertise in the specific areas of Salesforce that you need help with.
- References: Ask the partner for references from previous clients.
- Cost: Get quotes from several different partners before making a decision.
By following these tips, you can choose a Salesforce implementation partner that will help you to get the most out of your Salesforce investment.
Top Salesforce Implementation Partners for CPQ Cloud
Salesforce Revenue Cloud (CPQ and Billing) is one of the trickiest tools to implement for Salesforce Customers. This is primarily because it is more deeply integrated to both front-office and back-office operations than most other tools in the Internal Technology stack. Prioritizing business process optimization before implementing the solution is absolutely critical for success.
Finding a Partner capable of driving business transformation and technology strategy is a tricky balance. We highlight the Top 10 CPQ Implementation Partners in this resource.
Top Salesforce Implementation Partners for Experience Cloud
Salesforce Experience Cloud is slightly unique because it offers the potential to build engaging customer experiences for both internal and external users.
For this reason, there needs to be a greater emphasis on Front End / UI Design and Development, which is a more niche skill in the world of Salesforce Development. Check out these Experience Cloud Partners to get a look at the best out there.
Top Salesforce Implementation Partners for Marketing Cloud
Marketing Cloud is one of the more robust tools in the Salesforce Product portfolio, given the sheer volume of modules that allow companies to manage cross-channel Marketing communication in both B2B and B2C businesses.
Identifying a Marketing Cloud Partner to implement the full range of features needed is imperative, in addition to finding someone that can train your Marketing team on building campaigns in the tool or handle that production as an external Managed Services provider. Here are the best Partners for this challenge.
